Selkirk College’s Forest Technology program provides an ideal starting point for learners excited by the combined career challenges of working in B.C.’s rugged outdoors and finding modern solutions to current forest management issues.  

The primary goal is to provide job-ready graduates to potential employers in private and government industries.

This program focuses on the following principles in order to optimize students’ learning experience:

• Instruction by practicing resource professionals;
• Maximization of outdoor learning opportunities in real forest environments;
• Collaboration with industry professionals to provide exposure to current practices in all aspects of forest management;
• Familiarization with current forest technology used by industry employers; and
• Commitment to student success in a fun and close-knit learning environment.

Selkirk College’s Forest Technology program also provides excellent credit transfer opportunities for students interested in continuing their studies in Selkirk’s degree or advanced diploma in Geographic Information Systems, or in pursuit of a related degree at various other institutions. 

Students who continue their academic studies after graduation from this program consistently discover that the solid technical and academic foundation obtained during their Selkirk studies provides them with a distinct competitive advantage.

• Academic/Official Transcripts
• Proof of English Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
• Passport or Visa Documents

• Have graduated from a BC Senior Secondary School or equivalent, or
• Be 19 years of age or over at the time of application, or
• Be under 19 years of age but have a written recommendation from your Secondary School Principal

Successful completion of these high-school or equivalent courses:

• Foundations of Mathematics 11 with a minimum of 67% or higher
• Biology 11 with a minimum of 67% or higher
• English Studies 12 with a minimum of 67% or higher
• Applicants in Grade 12 at the time of application must show proof of registration or completion of the above courses.
• For students with previous post-secondary experience, advanced credit may be available for related coursework through the Application for Advanced Credit Process.

Note: First-time applicants may be required to take the College Readiness Tool (CRT). 

Academic Upgrading & Development:

• Students that don't meet the requirements can enrol on the tuition-free academic upgrading program and earn high school credits.