Professional Development & Training at VIU

10/07/2026

Check out our upcoming workshops at Milner Gardens and Woodland.

Discover the art and science of growing plants at our plant propagation workshops, offered at beautiful Milner Gardens & Woodland in Qualicum Beach, BC. These hands-on workshops provide participants with practical techniques and knowledge for successfully propagating plants in a unique garden settin...

09/23/2026

Counselling Skills Level 1 course starting January 12, 2027

This course emphasizes development and practice of helping skills such as: attending; paraphrasing; reflecting; clarifying; questioning; and summarizing. Participants engage in experiential learning exercises and role plays. Combined with Counselling Skills - Level II, it is a pre-requisite for the NFLA Volunteer Counselling Training Program, and is recognized for entry into various other volunteer/lay counsellor training programs on Vancouver Island.

https://pdt.viu.ca/counselling-skills-courses

05/28/2026

Come celebrate World Ocean Day on June 5th!

Explore how cutting-edge remotely operated underwater vehicles are helping protect our oceans by clearing underwater debris.
Maffeo Sutton Park, Nanaimo from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

05/28/2026

You could have the courses completed by December! Our classes are in the evenings so it is easy for working individuals. Classes starting in July.

01/26/2026

There is still space and funding available to join the Management Skills for Supervisors program—an excellent opportunity to upgrade your skills. The next course, Team Building Skills starts. Feb. 13, 2026. Visit pdt.viu.ca for more information or email [email protected] for more information.

12/10/2025

Advanced Foot Care for Nurses course starting February 21, 2026

This course offers theory and practical instruction in non-invasive foot care, emphasizing the healthy foot. The course also focuses on specific conditions and foot care needs and is open to Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses.

https://pdt.viu.ca/advanced-foot-care-nurses

09/05/2025

Due to popular demand, we have scheduled another delivery of this course. Starts September 23, 2025. Register at pdt.viu.ca.

09/05/2025

There are still a few seats available.

Due to popular demand, we have scheduled another delivery of this course. Starts September 23, 2025.

08/15/2025

For more information on how to apply email us at [email protected].