Program overview
This intensive full-time 28 hour, non-credit certificate program provides training in practical skills and cleaning procedures required in a variety of settings. The training reflects performance and knowledge standards required in the industry, and emphasizes practical application of skills.
Career opportunities
Graduates of this program will be prepared for entry-level employment in the custodial field in institutions, hotels offices, and industry. It is also valuable for existing employees to upgrade and update skills.
Program content
building service worker introduction
- chemistry of cleaning
- antiiviral cleaning
- above floor cleaning
- hard floor cleaning
- restroom and shower cleaning
- hard floor and restroom practice
- carpet cleaning and disinfection
- carpet cleaning practice
- cooperative cleaning
- communication skills
- time standards
- WHMIS
Upcoming course dates
May at Nanaimo campus - FULL
- Date: May 31/June 1 and June 7/8, 2025
- Location: Nanaimo, BC
- Time: 4 days in-class (2 weekends), 8am to 4pm
- Cost: $469 + GST. Fees include manual
Please email PDTCowichan@viu.ca for questions or to join the interest list for future offerings. New dates for Fall 2025 to be announced soon.