Commercial Aviation Diploma

Tuition is TBD - Additional for those without a PPL (Private Pilot License).

The Commercial Aviation Diploma at Okanagan College is a two-year program for students who want to become commercial pilots. This non-degree program is taught in English and helps students get commercial aviation licensing requirements. Students learn about flight and business administration.

The curriculum includes courses like Introduction to Aviation Theory, Pilot Skills Lab, and Navigation and Air Regulations. Students also take academic courses like Financial Accounting, Marketing, and Management Principles. The program has hands-on components, including flight labs and simulations.

Graduates can work as commercial pilots, flight instructors, or aviation managers. They can also work in related fields like air traffic control or aviation safety. Some potential employers include airlines, flight schools, or government agencies. Students can also pursue further education to become airline captains or aviation industry leaders.

Okanagan College, located in British Columbia with a campus in Kelowna, is a public college focused on hands‑on learning and student success. Since 1963 the college has offered practical programs across arts, sciences, business, health and technology, combining modern facilities with applied instruction to prepare graduates for local and global careers.

The college provides a wide selection of credential pathways, including diplomas, certificates and transfer options to universities, supported by experienced faculty and strong industry partnerships. Programs emphasise experiential learning, co‑op placements and applied projects that connect students directly with employers. International learners benefit from supportive services, small class sizes and targeted orientation to life and work in Canada.

Kelowna's lifestyle and regional economy offer plentiful internship and employment possibilities in technology, tourism, health services and the creative sector. Okanagan College is well suited to students seeking an affordable, practice‑oriented education with clear pathways to further study or immediate workforce entry. The college balances community engagement, industry ties and a welcoming campus culture for international students.