Grade 12 graduation, or equivalent; Minimum 18 years of age; English Studies 12 with a minimum ‘C’ grade, or equivalent; Interview with Selection Committee, in person or by video conference; Two letters of recommendation from people who have worked with the applicant in a relevant professional or academic environment.; Criminal Record Check (CRC) Students in this program are required to complete a CRC. The CRC must be completed according to VCC's Criminal Record Check instructions. Students whose CRC results indicate they pose a risk to vulnerable populations will not be able to complete the requirements of the program (e.g. practicums) or graduate.; TB Screening Students must submit a negative Tuberculosis (TB) skin test. If the TB skin test is positive, a negative TB chest x-ray is required.; Immunizations A VCC Immunization Record must be completed. Immunizations in the following are strongly recommended and in some cases may be required for practicum placements: Diphtheria/Tetanus/Pertussis Polio Measles, Mumps & Rubella Varicella (chicken pox) Hepatitis B Influenza Covid-19