Persons with Disabilities
We welcome you to our fully accessible space with the following features:
- two designated accessible parking spots
- automatic door openers on entrance, washroom and classroom doors
- accessible washrooms
- spacious classrooms
- a lift for those needing to access the second level
- raised lettering and braille on signage
- stand up desks in the Resource Room and Learning Lab
- sensory kits including noise cancelling headphones
- large print computer keyboard
- access to Windows Voice Access and screen reading software
- we are in the process of ordering and installing an assistive listening One-to-One Counter Loop at our front desk
The Career Centre works with various service providers that provide support for persons with diversabilities including Vancouver Island Vocational and Rehabilitation Services (VIVRS) and Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing Centre (IDHHC). Contact the Career Centre at 250.248.3205 or email info@careercentre.org for more information.
Vancouver Island Vocational and Rehabilitation Services has been providing individualized vocational rehabilitation services to people with permanent diverse abilities throughout Vancouver Island since 1992.
Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing Centre is a specialized social service agency providing counselling and support services to people dealing with a hearing loss.
Work BC is an excellent resource as well as the Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities.
Call to schedule an appointment 250.248.3205 or email info@careercentre.org to find out more about the programs and initiatives available to assist persons with diverse abilities reach their employment goals.
