LIFE AT PACIFIC COAST UNIVERSITY

Located in historical Port Alberni, British Columbia, Pacific Coast University for Workplace Health Sciences provides a unique setting against the backdrop of some of Canada’s most distinct natural wonders. Our modern campus building is located just a short distance away from access to world-famous parks and beaches and a plethora of outdoor activities. This peaceful environment filled with inspirational scenery makes for an ideal sanctuary to focus on studies.

OUR MANDATE

We seek to promote scholarly excellence in the field of workplace health sciences through teaching and research, and pass onto students a diverse educational perspective to meet humanity’s ever-evolving social challenges related to the workplace environment. To fulfill this aim, we aspire to foster in each member of our community the inspiration and passion to revolutionize the field of workplace health, reshaping our understanding and awareness of disability management for the betterment of our global society.

PACIFIC COAST UNIVERSITY FOR

WORKPLACE HEALTH

SCIENCES

Innovation in Workplace Health Sciences Education

Pacific Coast University for Workplace Health Sciences 4755 Cherry Creek Road Port Alberni, BC V9Y 0A7 Canada

Tel:  778-421-0821Email: info@pcu-whs.caWeb: www.pcu-whs.ca

A truly multilayered effort among leaders from government, industry, business and labour.From left to right:Hourable Stephanie Cadieux, Minster of Labour, Citizen's Services and Open Governement, BC, Ken Neumann, National Director United Steelworkers, Viateur Camire, VP Human Resources AbatibiBowater Inc, Dr. James Lunney, MP Naniamo-Alberni, Wolfgang Zimmermann, President Pacific Coast University for Workplace Health Science

OPPORTUNITY THAT KNOWS NO LIMITS

Research shows the most successful return to work programs employ practitioners with specialized education. With increasing economic and social realities facing employers and workers continuing to shine the light on workplace health issues, the global demand by organizations for professional support is growing.

With the education resources Pacific Coast University for Workplace Health Sciences can provide, the opportunities for a wide range of potential employment opportunities across both public and private sectors are endless.

EFFECT REAL, LASTING CHANGE FOR THOSE IMPACTED BY OCCUPATIONAL AND NON-OCCUPATIONAL INJURY ILLNESS AND DISABILITY

Take part in our vision of creating safer, more inclusive workplaces while pursuing a highly focused degree providing expertise sought by top employers all over the world.

Key Benefits:

A Partner with the United Nations accredited International Social Security Association (ISSA) as a global Center of Excellence in Return to Work.

Superior educational experience for new students as well as mid-career to senior level professionals

Innovative curriculum designed with guidance from the internationally-renowned National Institute for Disabilities Management and Research

OUR PROGRAMS

Whether you’re considering a career in workplace health sciences or looking for a worthwhile option for continuing education, Pacific Coast University for Workplace Health Sciences has programs that are tailored to your needs. We offer:

A challenging and rewarding education with our Bachelor of Disability Management, available online

Advanced Certificate in Return To Work for workers with occupational and non-occupational illnesses.

Flexible continuing education programs featuring onsite intensive courses

Participation in an international educational community

Come learn with the world’s leading thinkers in return to work and disability management, workplace safety, health promotion, comprehensive rehabilitation and disability leadership studies.

We are a statutory, not-for-profit university, established through the unique cooperation of leaders in government, labour and industry, nationally and internationally. As such we offer a range of unparalleled interdisciplinary and research-focused programs with direct application to today’s workforce setting.

Our students receive access to a dynamic evidence-informed approach to instruction, led by a committed and knowledgeable faculty of international educators who share the passion for positive transformation by improving workplace wellness and inclusivity.