Diploma of Residential and Commercial Drafting
Lester B. Pearson School Board
- Montreal, Canada
- 1.42 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Residential and Commercial Drafting DVS (DEP) programme of 1800 hours (about 17 months) taught in English at Verdun Adult and Career Centre.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core knowledge in Residential and Commercial Drafting. Analyse discipline-specific problems using appropriate methods. Communicate professional ideas clearly. Use relevant tools and practices responsibly. Prepare for employment or further study in general studies.
Career outcomes
- Draftsperson
- Construction and manufacturing industries
Curriculum
- 1800-hour programme delivered over about 17 months at Verdun Adult and Career Centre (VACC)
- Leading to the Diploma of Vocational Studies. It includes a stage placement in industry. The online page gives no course or module list
- So detailed content is not published
- Applicants should ask the International Programs office.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or equivalent and age 18+ (final-year transcript and matching diploma
- Translated and notarised); B2 French for Dental Assistance
- Health Assistance and Nursing
- Medical Office Specialist
- Pharmacy Technical Assistance and Secretarial Studies - Medical.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 83
- PTE Academic 60
- Duolingo 80
- Varies by programme French B2 for programmes that deal with patients or clients (Dental Assistance
Documents you’ll need
- Typically includes Passport or identity document
- Academic transcripts
- Qualification certificates
- Language proficiency evidence
- And completed application materials.
How to apply
- Review the programme admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and qualification documents. Complete the application. Submit supporting documents and language proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $16,906 CAD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $300 CAD |
| Deposit | $2,000 CAD |
Program details
| Campus | Verdun Adult and Career Centre, Verdun |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Construction and Design |
| Department | Vocational Education |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 42,60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
November 2026
Applications closed
1 Jul 2026
ClosedProgram starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Sept 2026
ClosedProgram starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Jan 2027
48 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.42 years.
The next deadline is 1 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $16,906 CAD per year. The application fee is $300 CAD. The deposit is $2,000 CAD. The estimated living cost is $24,617 CAD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 83, PTE Academic 60, Duolingo 80, Varies by programme French B2 for programmes that deal with patients or clients (Dental Assistance.