Intellectual and Career Well-Being

LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com) is an award-winning industry leader in online training, with a digital library of over 16,000 courses covering a wide range of technical, leadership, business, software, and creative topics. With LinkedIn Learning, you can explore learning pathways lead by real-world professionals in bite-size or in-depth options, how and when it works for you. LinkedIn Learning gives you the opportunity to refine or develop your professional skills and supports our commitment to provide accessible learning opportunities for employees as part of our professional development initiative.

Employee Tuition Waiver

VIU employees may register in up to 8-credits of VIU courses per semester at no cost, after the deadline for fee-paying student registration has passed. The Tuition Waiver applications can be submitted for the Fall and Spring terms in early June. This program is administered by VIU.

CUPE Learning and Development Fund

The purpose of the fund is to provide eligible union members (temporary and regular CUPE employees) with opportunities to prepare for advancement and promotion within VIU by supporting professional growth and development. The fund is meant to be used for enhancing an employee’s knowledge and skills for a career within VIU. You can receive training and professional development in a variety of ways: credit and non-credit courses, workshops and conferences, and funds to cover expenses associated with your professional development activities, such as books and travel. Funds can be used for on-campus, off-campus, and online opportunities.  Wherever possible, employees are encouraged to first explore courses and workshops offered by VIU.

MindWell U

Now a full suite of evidence-based mindfulness resources for VIU employees, for improved mental performance and better focus. Check out Studio Be live webinars. Explore The Well, a library of 200+ on-demand resources, to expand your mind and learning in a wide range of fascinating topics.

Career Coaching

Ready to take your career to the next level…but not sure what that might look like? Working with a career specialist can help you identify and articulate your skills, aptitudes, values, personality traits, and interests as they relate to career choice. We help you with career planning that matches your goals. Be in the right job for you!

• Dealing with career-related problems or conflicts? If you have a conflict with a co-worker or supervisor, getting professional advice on what to do can help.

• Concerned about starting a new job? Stepping into a new role or taking on a new responsibility at work? Our career coaches can help you make a successful transition.

• Struggling to manage your time effectively? If you feel you are being pulled in all different directions and not accomplishing much, we can help you develop an effective time management system.

• Want to advance your career? We can help assess your skills and interests, determine good options for you, and put together an action plan.

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