About the Program

Regional Perioperative Education Program (RPEP) is a post‑basic training education program offered by Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) to enhance nursing practice. The program provides full‑time training, with 100% wages, tuition and books paid during the training period.

Training Schedule

• Orientation: 1 November 2026
• Full‑time training: 9 November 2026 – 18 December 2026
• Break: 21 December 2026 – 1 January 2027 (vacation, personal days, or unpaid time off)
• Continuation: 4 January 2027 – 26 March 2028 (dates may be modified based on previous courses completed, VCH only funds required courses)

Requirements & Commitment

Applicants must attend the training full‑time and agree to remain with VCH as a regular status nurse in the area of nursing applicable to the education program for at least 18 months following completion of training. In the event a nurse leaves the applicable nursing area...