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Capilano University is committed to developing new and innovative programs to ensure our graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge relevant to today's market demands. For more information on these or any Capilano University programs, please contact the Advising Centre .

Bachelor of Legal Studies (Paralegal)
Capilano University is launching a new degree for paralegals starting in September 2010. It will appeal primarily to high school graduates interested in pursuing a career in law working on all aspects of legal files and disputes under the supervision of a lawyer. Up until now, students wanting to train as paralegals had to be working in a legal setting already (for the part-time Paralegal Certificate) or have at least two years of post-secondary education (for the full-time Paralegal Diploma). This new degree provides a training option for applicants who don't have prior legal experience or post-secondary education. It will also appeal to anyone wishing to pursue an undergraduate legal studies degree. For details, call 604.983.7594, send an e-mail to paralegal@capilanou.ca or visit Bachelor of Legal Studies (Paralegal)
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Behaviour Analysis (Autism)
This new degree program—currently the only baccalaureate program in Western Canada that blends academic training with professional supervised experience—has tremendous potential to improve the lives of families who are struggling to find qualified, competent professionals in the behaviour analysis field. Graduates of the program will have the requirements to become Assistant Behavior Analysts and to work in partnership with Board Certified Behaviour Analysts. For details, visit Bachelor of Arts in Applied Behaviour Analysis .
Bachelor of Early Childhood Care and Education Degree
This degree program prepares graduates for leadership roles as advocates, policy specialists, administrators, researchers and teacher educators. As new leaders, graduates will direct organizations, influence policy for young children and families, and articulate and apply ethical principles. For details, visit Bachelor of Early Childhood Care and Education Degree .
Accounting Assistant Diploma
Gain the skills required for entry-level accounting positions such as accounting assistant and bookkeeper. Fifteen credits may transfer to the Business Administration diploma or degree. Call 604.984.4959 or e-mail abt@capilanou.ca for more information.
Indigenous Independent Digital Filmmaking Advanced certificate
Offering advanced training in all aspects of independent film production, this certificate program is an ideal opportunity for professionals to upgrade and advance their skill level in the film industry. For information, visit Indigenous Independent Digital Filmmaking or call 604.990.7904.
Acting Fundamentals Certificate or Citation
Get training in acting for stage and screen, voice and movement, production and theatre history. Some students may be invited to audition for the one-year certificate. For more information, call 604.984.4911.
Grip Work for Digital Imaging and Film course completion This intensive one-month program, taught by industry professionals, shows you the protocols and procedures of grip work through lectures and exercises that mimic exactly the working conditions of real-world filmmaking. Call 604.990.7868 for more information.
Lighting for Digital Imaging and Film course completion
Through a combination of lectures as well as exercises that mirror working conditions of real-world filmmaking, seasoned professionals teach you the protocols and procedures of lighting in this one-month intensive program. Call 604.990.7868 for more information.
Business Tourism Certificate
Not a new offering, but it has never appeared in our viewbook until now, so there’s a chance you might not know about it. It’s a one-year, part-time commitment, and is available at the Sunshine Coast campus only. Starts in September and January. For information, call 604.885.9310.
Associate of Arts degree in Latin American Studies Examine the Latin American region from the perspectives of art history, culture, geography, history, politics, linguistics and literature. For details, email nlucas@capilanou.ca
Medical Office Assistant Online certificate
This online certificate program offers the specialized training required to work as a medical office assistant in a number of medical office settings . For details visit the Medical Office Assistant Online website, or email abto@capilanou.ca .
Film Institute for Advanced Motion Picture Production citation
The Film Institute citation program is specially designed for successful graduates of the Advanced Motion Picture Production program and the Documentary program as a platform for entry into real-world filmmaking. The semi-professional productions will provide the practice of skills and problem solving activites required to prepare students for the economic and cultural diffrences between school and real world. For details, call 604.990.7868 or email the Film Centre .
Associate of Arts degree - B.C. Studies concentration
This new B.C. Studies concentration provides students with an understanding of British Columbia from a wide variety of analytical viewpoints. Students will have the opportunity to examine the province from the perspectives of art history, cultures and society, environment and geography, history and politics, and linguistics and literature. The B.C. Studies concentration also has a strong First Nations component. For details, visit the BC Studies website, contact Robert Campbell or call 604.986.1911 local 2477.

For more information on these or any Capilano University programs, please contact the Advising Centre .