Student Support

Student Services connects students with services and opportunities intended to maximize studentexperience and student success. These services include but are not limited to new student orientation,learning accommodations, student feedback, career assistance, international student integration andreferral to additional support services.
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NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION

Learning Accommodation

Students requiring learning accommodation must disclose their learning needs before PICAchef can determine if it has the resources to provide the learning accommodation.
The student must provide written documentation to support its claim.
Typically, PICAchef can provide limited accommodation to students such as a quiet place for tests and exams, additional time, and dictation

Student Feedback

At least once during their program, students will have an opportunity to provide feedback on the quality of their experience at PICAchef. They will be asked to complete a Student Satisfaction Survey that ranks satisfaction levels related to instruction, admissions, facilities, administration and overall satisfaction.The Survey is conducted on an anonymous basis and serves as critical feedback mechanism that PICAchef uses to improve student experience. We ask students to kindly take the time to complete the survey.

We’ve made the admissions process as fast and easy as possible. To begin, follow the steps below:

International Student Integration

You’re making a substantial investment in your future, and we want to help you reach your goal. Student loans and bursaries are available for students who demonstrate financial need. It’s important to start financial planning early; if you’re seeking financial assistance, we recommend applying for it well in advance of program registration.

Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts is proud to have welcomed students from over 35 different nationalities.We understand that moving to a new city and culture can be challenging. Student Services can assist with information to international students going through relocation.

Career Assistance

From the moment you are enrolled to long after you graduate, our Student Services Department is here to offer you support and guidance. With workshops on resume writing and portfolio building, interview preparation, as well as industry referrals and lifetime career assistance, we are here to open countless doors for you to confidently step through as you build your career in food.

Students Services can support students with resume writing and cover letters, interview preparation andstage tips. Students Services can also assist students with job search and community volunteeropportunities.
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From the moment you are enrolled to long after you graduate, our Student Services Department is here to offer you support and guidance. With workshops on resume writing and portfolio building, interview preparation, as well as industry referrals and lifetime career assistance, we are here to open countless doors for you to confidently step through as you build your career in food.

Mental Health and Well Being

Here2Talk is a resource for all post-secondary registered students. Here2Talk connects students with mental health support when they need it. Through this program, all students – domestic or international – currently registered in a B.C. post-secondary institution have access to free, single session, confidential counselling and community referral services, conveniently available 24/7 via app, phone and web.
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Emergency
911

For immediate emergency assistance from the Ambulance, Police or Fire department Services

The Access and Assessment Centre (AAC)
604-675-3700
Website

The AAC helps individuals and families accessmental health and substance use services inVancouver. Services include referral intake, on-site assessment, crisis intervention, and short-term treatment.

Alcohol and Drug Information Referral Service
1-800-663-1441

Provides free, confidential, multilingual information and referral services for people inB.C. in need of support with any kind of substance use issue, including alcohol or other drugs. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

BC Suicide and Crisis Centre
1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)

The Crisis Intervention and Suicide PreventionCentre of BC (Crisis Centre) is a non-profitvolunteer organization committed to helpingpeople help themselves and deal with crisis 24hours a day, 7 days a week. The Crisis Centreprovides emotional support to youth, adults, andseniors in distress.

HealthLinkBC
811
https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/

Provides reliable non-emergency health information and advice in British Columbia.Information and advice is available by telephone, our website, a mobile app and a collection of print resources.

Here2 Talk
1-877-857-3397
http://www.here2talk.ca

Here2Talk is a resource for all BC post-secondary registered students. Here2Talk connects students with mental health support when they need it.

Indigenous Crisis and Support Line
KUU-US Crisis Support Line
1-800-588-8717
https://www.kuu-uscrisisline.com/

KUU-US Crisis Line Society provides support to callers with in the Port Alberni area as well asIndigenous people throughout the province ofBritish Columbia. Once the issue for support has been identified, the level of severity for call handling is determined.

Multicultural Victims Services
604-254-9626
Website

Multicultural Victim Services provides emotional support, information about your rights, and referrals for those living in Vancouver andBurnaby. You do not need to report a crime to the police to receive help. This program serves the specific needs of multicultural and immigrant peoples.

QCHAT
1-855-956-1777
https://www.qchat.ca/

QCHAT is an LGBTQIA2S+ is a peer support line and resource database for 2SLGBTQ+ youth inBritish Columbia, Canada..

WAVAW Rape Crisis Centre
604-255-6344
https://www.salalsvsc.ca/get-support/

Provide support services to survivors of sexualized violence who are of marginalizedgenders: women, trans, nonbinary, Two-Spirit, and gender diverse people.