Domestic students
$4,017
estimated total program cost
Viticulture Certificate
Program at a glance
Credential
Certificate Certificates are short programs focused on specific skills or subjects. They are a fast and flexible way to start a new career, upgrade your qualifications or gain professional recognition.
Delivery mode
Blended Blended or In-person In-person
Time commitment
Part-time You take fewer courses at once and progress more slowly. This option offers more flexibility for work or personal commitments.
Duration
6 months 24 instructional weeks
Program codes
- Code: ZVIT
Cost
Domestic students $4,017 estimated total program cost Domestic students Estimated first-year cost Kelowna, Penticton and Salmon Arm: $4,017 Estimated total program cost Kelowna, Penticton and Salmon Arm: $4,017
Location
- Penticton Full program offered in Penticton
Available for
- Domestic students
Program features
TBD
Program overview
About the program
Learn the skills and knowledge essential to farm a vineyard or seek employment in wine production.
The Viticulture program provides individuals with the skills and knowledge to manage a vineyard or seek employment in viticulture. Course work will emphasize the scientific principles underlying grape growing for the purpose of wine production, the various influences on grape quality, terminology, vineyard management including human resource and financial management, vineyard equipment operation and maintenance, and safety. The program consists of 267 hours of classroom instruction and 40 hours of work experience at a vineyard.
Tuition and fees
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Domestic students Estimated first-year costKelowna, Penticton and Salmon Arm: $4,017Estimated total program costKelowna, Penticton and Salmon Arm: $4,017
- plus applicable textbooks and/or materials
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All amounts are approximate and are subject to change.
This program qualifies for the Future Skills Grant, which can cover up to $3,500 of your tuition costs.
Financial aid and support
This program qualifies for the Future Skills Grant, which can cover up to $3,500 of your tuition costs.
Admission and program requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- English 12 with minimum 50% or alternatives.
- 19 years or older at the time of admission to the program
A minimum of 50% of the program must be completed through OC.
Schedule and campus options
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Start date
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Location
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Delivery mode
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Application status
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Jan. 2027
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Penticton
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Blended
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Open
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Note: Part-time. Blended delivery. Tuesdays and Thursdays online 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., some Saturdays in-person 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Practicum is in-person.
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Jan. 2028
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Penticton
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In-person
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Upcoming
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