Student Resources

At the Langara RMT Continuing Studies Program, we understand the importance of providing a comprehensive range of services and resources to our students. Langara offers students access to the Langara Student Union, VOLT, Health Services Clinic, Counselling Department, and Student Insurance, which are all available to both domestic and international students.

The Langara Student Union provides a variety of resources, including Ombudperson, Community Cupboard, Bike Repair Shop, Immigration Consulting, Income Tax Filing Services, Health & Dental Plan; along with other student initiatives to promote learning and development. The Hub: VOLT offers opportunities for students to volunteer in their communities. The Library offers the IT Help Desk, rooms to study for both large and small groups, librarians can offer support for research papers, and overall they will encourage students to engage their critical thinking, writing, and research skills. The Health Services Clinic provides medical, nursing, and mental health referrals. Finally, Counselling services are also available on campus to help students with personal, academic, and career matters.

Orientation Day can feel overwhelming, take your time and browse through what's available to you once you've had time to settle in.

Langara Student Union (LSU)

All post-secondary students at Langara College are General Members of the Langara Students’ Union Association (LSU). The LSU fees collected are then used to provide LSU members with our Students’ Union Building and a variety of services, including LSU Health and Dental Plan, computer/meeting room; low-cost faxing, photocopying, and laminating; lounge seating, microwave station & hot water dispenser; and events and activities organized throughout the year.

VOLT

VOLT is a volunteer program that provides Langara students with the opportunity to make new connections, learn new skills and gain experience while giving back to the community. When you join VOLT, you become a member of a community of motivated volunteers who have contributed over 105,000 hours since the program's inception in 2010. VOLT also assists campus partners, non-profits and charitable organizations to recruit volunteers through referral, promoting opportunities on the C3 Job Board and hosting Volunteer Fairs.

Accessibility Services

Accessibility Services provides accommodations to the learning environment for students with speech, hearing, visual, physical, mental health and neurological disabilities as well as chronic health conditions, acquired brain injury and temporary disabilities. Services they an provide are Facilitating access between admissible students and Langara College courses/programs/servies; Providing referrals to college and community resources; Providing access to the Learning Technology Lab; and Assisting eligible students with applications for Student Aid BC special programs

Financial Aid

FA is committed to making students aware of the financial assistance available to them while they pursue their undergraduate studies. In addition to government financial aid, eligible students are also able to apply for bursaries, scholarships, and awards to supplement school and day-to-day expenses. If you’re worried about how to stretch your finances, let us help you relieve some stress!

The Hub

Langara Student Engagement, also known as the Hub, supports the holistic development of students by fostering a culture of belonging that builds connections, encourages personal growth, and cultivates thriving communities. In partnership with students, we facilitate fun and engaging leadership programs, volunteer activities, student-led initiatives and co-curricular experiences that enrich the educational and career journey.

Library

Libraries are an essential part of our college career. They provide access to information and resources, supporting literacy and education, promoting lifelong learning, and serving as a student or community gathering space. Some of the services offered are laptop lending, writing help, helping students find scholarly articles, providing assistance with citations, and can review (by appointment) research papers and essays.

Counseling Services

The Counseling Services offered through Langara include Academic Counseling, Career Planning, Workshops, and Personal Counseling which can assist students in processign through Adjusting to college, Managing anxiety and stress, Dealing with relationship and/or family difficulties, Improving communication skills, Building self-esteem, Developing assertiveness skills, Managing anger and frustration, Handling relationship break-ups, Dealing with depression, Coping with grief and loss Overcoming procrastination, and Managing conflicts or unexpected traumatic event.

Student Health Services Clinic

Although a valid BC Care Card is expected, we will not refuse service to any student. Please see the Medical Services Plan of BC website (www.health.gov.bc.ca/msp/) for information regarding eligibility and the application process for a BC Care Card. Their services are available Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 4:00pm. Servies include Assessment, diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions; Mental Health; Prescriptions; Referrals to other health professionals/specialists; Birth control counseling (including emergency birth control); Condoms (free); Pregnancy tests; Screening and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases; Pap tests; Some immunizations (also called vaccines); Health promotion and education; and finally, BC Medical Services Plan (MSP) information.

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