As the largest private post-secondary school in Kamloops, Sprott Shaw College has developed a wide range of programs to cater to different career paths. Our Kamloops college trains practical nurses, health care assistants, early childhood educators, community support workers, business managers, office administrators, and more.
Situated in Downtown Kamloops on Victoria Street, our campus is located along the mighty Thompson River and Kamloops Lake. Located only an hour away from Sun Peaks Resort—biking, hiking, and skiing are always nearby if you ever want to take a break from studying!
With such a wide array of programs available, our Admissions Advisors are always happy to help you find the program that is right for you.
Contact our advisors today to learn more about our programs or book a tour to visit our Kamloops college in person!
Sprott Shaw Kamloops offers numerous programs to help you start your career:
Our college in Kamloops is well-equipped to prepare you for an exciting career in nursing and healthcare. Practical Nursing is one of our most popular programs and prepares students to work in hospitals, clinics, and more. For students looking to enter the healthcare field, our Health Care Assistant programs are the perfect option to get your foot through the door. We also offer Health Unit Clerk training and a variety of practicum opportunities for your chosen program.
In addition to our health care programs, Sprott Shaw Kamloops is also one of our largest business school campuses with numerous programs to choose from. Whether you are looking to start with the fundamentals of business or jump into business management, Sprott Shaw has the program for you.
If you prefer interacting with the community over office work, our Early Childhood Education or Community Support Worker programs are great choices. You can find our graduates from these programs hard at work in the Kamloops community, making a difference for those who need it most.
Interested in learning more about our programs? Our advisors are here to help! Contact an advisor today.
For a list of programs available in Kamloops, click here.
Like all Sprott Shaw College locations, our Kamloops campus is fully-accredited and all programs are government-approved. When you study at Sprott Shaw, you can expect the following advantages:
Scheduling Flexibility with No Waitlists*
Graduate and Start Working Faster
Experienced Instructors & Hands-On Learning
Practicum Placements Available
Job Placement Assistance
There are a variety of grants and scholarships available to help with your tuition. Check out our grants and scholarships page or speak to our advisors about financial assistance.
*Some programs may have short waits between monthly start dates
“I had an amazing learning experience and the instructors were very supportive. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for qualitative education in Kamloops.”
– Manjit G.
“Incredibly supportive and knowledgeable staff. Course structure is very well done, and small class sizes make it easy to get 1:1 help when needed.”
– Joniah R.
“I thoroughly enjoyed the instructors and received all the support I needed to succeed.”
– Glenn A.
“Sprott Shaw Kamloops has amazing staff who genuinely have your best interest at heart. I wouldn’t trade this learning experience for any other school and if you’re considering attending here, JUST DO IT.”
– Danielle V.
You can find many of our Nursing and Healthcare graduates employed by Kamloops’ Royal Inland Hospital, Ashcroft Hospital, and numerous local clinics throughout the area. Our Early Childhood Education graduates are employed by preschools and daycares such as Puddle Jumpers Day Care Centre. Graduates of our administration and business programs have been employed in law offices as well as real estate brokerages like Royal LePage.
If you have any questions about our Kamloops college campus, program availability, funding options, or anything else, reach out to our academic advisors today and get the answers you’re looking for!
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Over the years, I have worked in healthcare fields including family practice, audiology, urgent care, addiction medicine, gender affirming care, and hormone replacement therapy. Since graduating from Sprott Shaw in 2016, I have worked for and alongside over 20 physicians and clinicians.
In 2009, I graduated with a Bachelor’s in Psychiatric Nursing. Since then, I have worked in inpatient psychiatry, transitional care, rehabilitation and residential care, and acquired brain injury unit. I have been teaching at Sprott Shaw in the Practical Nursing program since 2015.
In 2007, I became a nurse and specialized in acute care surgical nursing. While I have been with Sprott Shaw since 2013, it wasn’t until 2015 when I became the Practical Nursing Coordinator on campus. I obtained my Instructor Diploma in 2016.
I graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing in 2007. I moved to the west coast in 2008 and worked for Vancouver Coastal Health, specializing in labour and delivery (maternity) nursing. I have been an instructor with Sprott Shaw since 2018 and completed my Instructor Diploma in 2019.
In 2011, I earned my practical nursing license (LPN) from Sprott Shaw. I have 8 years of nursing experience and 2 years of experience as a clinical instructor. My experience includes serving as the team leader of young adult brain injury units and locked dementia units. I have also worked in acute care, oncology, and clinical diagnosis units at the Kelowna General Hospital.
I began working in healthcare in 1999 as a personal care attendant in Alberta. In 2006, I moved to Kamloops and began the Practical Nursing program at Sprott Shaw, graduating in 2007. I have worked in several areas such as home care, long-term care, and acute care at the Royal Inland Hospital. I have been teaching at Sprott Shaw since 2015 in both the Health Care Assistant and Practical Nursing programs.
I am a certified Early Childhood Educator (ECE) who has completed studies around inclusion and working with children with special needs and diverse abilities. Prior to instructing at Sprott Shaw, I worked in the ECE field for over 18 years. My experience includes working directly with children in preschools and childcare settings and serving as a director of a large group center.
I have a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and a Masters of Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing. I have over 30 years of experience in marketing and management in the pharmaceutical, educational, and cosmetic industries. I also have over 10 years of experience as an instructor in Canada, Dubai, and Germany.
I worked as a child/youth & family care counselor for 7 years in the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast. I was also a Youth Care Worker, Job Coach, and Educational Assistant for a School District in the Cariboo Chilcotin area. Prior to joining Sprott Shaw, I owned and operated a licensed daycare.
I have my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Associate of Arts Degree, and Human Services Worker Certificate (social service work). I have over 23 years of field experience working as a Detox Worker and Residential Care Aide and experience in the mental illness and developmentally developed field.
I graduated from Sprott Shaw in 2002. After working with senior counsel in large litigation firms, I became a designated paralegal and in partnership, managed a successful family law practice in Northern BC for 12 years. Having a desire to guide and support those in need, I’ve served various boards such as the John Howard Society, Elizabeth Fry, and the Phoenix Transition Society. I have been instructing at Sprott Shaw since 2016.
I have been a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for almost 5 years. I have experience in geriatrics, acute care, treatment centres, and home care. I have also worked with the inmates at the Surrey Pre-Trial Correctional Centre. I recently started with Sprott Shaw in 2019 and am currently working on becoming a Registered Nurse (RN).
Since 2007, I have been working in the healthcare field specializing in geriatrics. I am very passionate about providing high qualities of compassionate care. As teaching is an area I have I have always wanted to pursue, I am grateful to be working at Sprott Shaw.
* not all campuses offer all programs.
