Kootenay Columbia College is a private post-secondary institution in British Columbia offering accredited diploma and certificate programs since 1996.
Kootenay Columbia College (KCC) was established in 1996 and is operated as a private institution under the legal name 8994269 Canada Ltd. The college's mission is to deliver world-class education by equipping students with innovative skills, research-informed knowledge, and dynamic learning experiences, enabling them to enter the workforce confidently. Its philosophy is to foster a learning environment that empowers students to thrive, excel academically, build meaningful interpersonal relationships, and contribute positively to society.
KCC offers accredited diploma programs in health sciences, social services, tourism, information technology, and business. Programs include Registered Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, Holistic Nutrition Diploma and Certificate, Social Service and Community Support Worker Diploma, Medical Office Assistant Diploma, Data Science Diploma, and Software Development Diploma, along with more. Programs are approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU), and Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, and Chinese Medicine programs are approved by the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC. In addition to traditional academics, students benefit from guest lectures, informal discussions, and observation of licensed practitioners.
The college has three campus locations: in downtown Nelson, Burnaby, and Surrey, BC. The Burnaby campus is at 4538 Kingsway, Unit 306, the Surrey campus at 9801 King George Blvd #217, and the Nelson campus at 402 Richards St W. Facilities listed include high-speed Wi-Fi, smart boards, computer access, a student lounge, modern classrooms, a community kitchen, specialized labs, and student clinics. Members of the public can book massage and Traditional Chinese Medicine therapy sessions with students in practicum.
The Register Massage Therapy program is fully accredited by the Canadian Massage Therapy Council for Accreditation (CMTCA). The college is also a designated institute through the BC Student Assistance Program (Student Aid BC).