Associate Schools Directory
ACCT of Canada is proud to include Counselling Schools and Training Institutions as Associates, supporters and friends. The following Counselling Schools are Associates of ACCT.
Kelowna College of Professional Counselling
The Kelowna College of Professional Counselling is dedicated to training individuals with an affinity for helping others in an entry-level position within the mental health field.
We believe that with our unique approach to hands-on learning, academic preparation and personal awareness our students will be prepared to begin their career as an entry-level counsellor upon completion of their studies at KCPC.
Orca Institute
Orca Institute – Excellence in Online Counselling Education Since 1986. Orca Institute offers a 12-month, 1200hr. fully online Counselling Skills Diploma Program for those seeking a comprehensive, well-supported education in counselling. Our program includes 21 specialized courses plus extensive supervision, covering both Direct Client Contact and Supervision classes—all delivered in-house.
Led by Diane Auld, MTC, RCS, our curriculum is carefully curated for relevance, currency, and readability, ensuring that students gain practical, up-to-date knowledge. Despite being online, students receive exceptional support and never feel alone in their journey. Eligible Canadian citizens and permanent residents may qualify for government student loans, and we also offer interest-free payment plans to make tuition more accessible. Join us and take the next step toward a fulfilling career in counselling!
PACIFIC LIFE BIBLE COLLEGE
The Christian Counselling Associates of Arts (formerly "Diploma") is the equivalent of a two-year (64 credit) program delivered in an intensive, one-year format, with the option to continue on to complete a BA that prepares them for graduate studies in Counselling. Our students are equipped to provide ethical, trauma-informed, culturally competent counselling to diverse people groups and settings. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, blending academics with personal development and practical training. Under careful supervision from a staff of licensed counsellors, students have an opportunity to develop and refine their counselling skills in preparation for licensing and practice as professional counsellors in the community.
RHODES WELLNESS College
Established in 1996, Rhodes Wellness College has graduated hundreds of successful students who have gone on to meaningful careers as coaches, counsellors, outreach workers, and more. While theory and knowledge have always been a core component of the college’s programs, Rhodes Wellness College specializes in teaching you how to apply and practice the theory and knowledge you learn in your life, your workplace and with your clients. Our graduates have the skills and experience employers seek. Employers frequently request our graduates because of the experiential nature of our training and the ability of our students to handle real life situations. You will be supported by our Student Services Manager, who will help you to secure a practicum and achieve your career goals. We are dedicated to the belief that our success is measured by your success!
We are also proud of our incredible faculty who are dedicated to providing the support and training to set our students up for academic and career success. With over 30 full-time and 15 part-time faculty our members are experts in their respective fields and mentors for our students.
Sprott shaw College
Sprott Shaw has been providing career training in British Columbia since 1903 and fully accredited with the Ministry of Advanced Education / Private Training Institutions Branch, as well as designated by other agencies for specific programs, including the BC College of Nurses and Midwives, the Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry, the Ministry of Children & Family Development / ECE Licensing Office, the Industry Training Authority, and others.
We are the largest private career training college in BC, with campuses in 17 locations. We offer over 100 programs in health care (practical nursing, health care assistant), allied health programs, human services, business, early childhood education, industry trades, veterinary assistant, and (special) education assistant. More details can be found on our website.
Stenberg College
Stenberg College has specialized and excelled in health care and human services education for over 25 years. Their 88-week Counselling Therapist Diploma program will provide you with the stepping stones to help others overcome challenges, achieve goals and better lives. You will be able to approach and resolve real-life situations and learn about proper self-care, ethical decision making, strengthening relationships.
VANCOUVER COLLEGE OF COUNSELLOR TRAINING
VCCT is committed to offering an undergraduate level program in applied counselling skills that is accessible to all students with a genuine interest in furthering the personal growth of themselves and others while maintaining the highest possible academic, ethical and professional standards relevant to the counselling field. This philosophy is followed so that students can learn to develop effective treatment methods and further increase the effectiveness of these methods by sharing and learning from peers and instructors within a structure of reporting and evaluation.
EXPRESSIVE ARTS THERAPY PROGRAM – Vancouver Art/s Therapy Institute
In the Expressive Arts Therapy program we train students in the practice of counselling through the use of expressive arts therapy. We are committed to teaching and learning through the experiential, theoretical and practical application of arts-based therapy. There is a value placed on nontraditional and traditional methods of education, active and reflexive models of learning, and self-directed learning.
In the Expressive Arts Therapy program we expect that students have much to offer in the learning experience. We encourage students to explore the influences and application of their work in the multiple domains of individual, community-based work, and social change.
