Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS)

The Diploma of Vocational Studies, or DVS, is a diploma that is issued by the government. A DVS certifies that a student has successfully completed a secondary-level vocational program for a trade or occupation.

The length of a DVS program varies between 6 to 18 months (600 to 1800 hours), depending on the program. A student who has successfully completed a DVS program can also choose to pursue studies in an Attestation of Vocational Specialization, AVS, (if available) or a CEGEP program of their choice, if they have the necessary prerequisites. Programs leading to a DVS are developed by the Ministère de l’Éducation du Québec and are updated on a regular basis to keep up with the evolution of the job market..