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Programs
Programs offered at each campus may vary, so be sure to check other campus offerings for the course you are most interested in.
Business, Accounting, Marketing Programs
- Business Management
Program Overview
Earn a Business Management diploma in 48 weeks through comprehensive training in essential business operations, strategic planning, and leadership development. This broad-based program develops competencies across finance, marketing, human resources, and project management, culminating in a capstone project that applies learned concepts to real business challenges in competitive economic environments.
Core Competencies
- Business operations management – process optimization, quality control, performance metrics
- Financial and marketing acumen – budgeting, financial analysis, marketing strategy development
- Human resource management – recruitment, training, employee relations, organizational behavior
- Entrepreneurship and innovation – business planning, startup strategies, competitive analysis
Career Pathways
Entry-level positions: Management Trainee, Business Operations Coordinator, Accounting Clerk
Professional advancement: Finance Advisor, Banking Advisor, Marketing Specialist, Business Manager
Industry demand: Versatile skillset valued across manufacturing, retail, professional services, hospitality, healthcare, and technology sectors
- Medical and Health Administration
Program Overview
Earn a Medical & Health Administration diploma in 38 weeks through specialized training in medical office operations and healthcare administrative procedures. This program develops proficiency in medical terminology, OHIP billing systems, medical transcription, and electronic health records management using AbelMed software, complemented by a hands-on practicum placement providing practical experience in working medical office environments.
Core Competencies
- Medical terminology and procedures – anatomy, conditions, treatments, clinical documentation
- Healthcare billing expertise – OHIP billing codes, claims processing, insurance coordination
- Electronic health records – AbelMed software, patient data management, privacy compliance
- Medical transcription – dictation interpretation, report formatting, medical grammar
Career Pathways
Entry-level positions: Medical Office Assistant, Medical Receptionist, Medical Records Clerk
Professional advancement: Medical Office Administrator, Patient Services Coordinator, Clinical Office Manager
Industry demand: Essential roles in physician offices, medical clinics, hospitals, diagnostic centres, long-term care facilities, and healthcare administration
- Accounting and Payroll Administrator
Program Overview
Earn an Accounting & Payroll Administrator diploma in 44 weeks through comprehensive training in bookkeeping, payroll processing, and industry-standard accounting software. This program prepares graduates for professional certification through the National Payroll Institute, with eligibility for Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation upon completion of one year work experience.
Core Competencies
- Industry-standard software proficiency – Sage 50, QuickBooks, Microsoft Office Suite
- Payroll compliance expertise – Canadian payroll legislation, regulations, best practices
- Professional certification pathway – National Payroll Institute (NPI) membership eligibility
- Flexible delivery options – online learning available across Toronto, North York, Mississauga
Career Pathways
Entry-level positions: Accounting Clerk, Payroll Administrator, Bookkeeper
Professional advancement: Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) with industry experience
Industry demand: Essential business skills valued across all sectors including finance, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and professional services
Human & Social Services, CSW Programs
- Community Services Worker
Program Overview
Earn a Community Services Worker diploma in 44 weeks through specialized training in mental health support, addiction recovery, and social assistance. This program develops counselling techniques, crisis intervention competencies, and client assessment skills through classroom instruction and hands-on practicum experience in community settings, preparing graduates to support individuals and families facing diverse challenges.
Core Competencies
- Counselling and intervention techniques – active listening, motivational interviewing, crisis response
- Mental health and addictions knowledge – assessment, treatment approaches, harm reduction
- Client assessment and planning – needs identification, goal setting, action plan development
- Community resource coordination – referrals, advocacy, inter-agency collaboration
Career Pathways
Entry-level positions: Community Service Worker, Social Services Worker, Settlement Worker
Professional advancement: Child & Youth Worker, Program Coordinator, Case Manager
Industry demand: Essential roles in social services agencies, shelters, group homes, correctional facilities, community organizations, and school boards
Education, Teaching Programs
- Early Childhood Assistant
Program Overview
Earn an Early Childhood Assistant diploma in 40 weeks through specialized training in child development and early learning pedagogy. This program combines theoretical knowledge with practical application through two supervised practicum placements in licensed childcare settings, developing competencies in play-based learning, behavior guidance, health and safety, and inclusive programming for children from infancy through preschool years.
Core Competencies
- Child development expertise – cognitive, physical, social-emotional, language milestones
- Play-based learning strategies – curriculum planning, age-appropriate activities, learning environments
- Behavior guidance techniques – positive discipline, conflict resolution, social skill development
- Inclusive programming – special needs accommodation, cultural sensitivity, individual learning plans
Career Pathways
Entry-level positions: Early Childhood Assistant in daycares, nurseries, early learning centres
Professional advancement: Lead Educator, Program Supervisor, Before/After School Coordinator
Industry demand: Essential roles in licensed childcare facilities, school boards, before and after school programs, family resource centres, and preschool programs
Healthcare, Wellness, Pharma Programs
- Personal Support Worker
Program Overview
Earn a Personal Support Worker certificate in 38 weeks through comprehensive training in personal care, health support, and client assistance. This program develops competencies in supporting elderly patients, individuals with chronic illnesses, and those with physical disabilities through classroom instruction and supervised clinical placements in both community home care and long-term care facility settings, preparing graduates for frontline healthcare roles.
Core Competencies
- Personal care assistance – hygiene support, grooming, dressing, mobility assistance
- Health monitoring and safety – vital signs, medication assistance, fall prevention, infection control
- Dementia and mental health care – gentle persuasive approaches, behavior management, therapeutic communication
- Nutrition and household management – meal preparation, feeding assistance, light housekeeping
Career Pathways
Entry-level positions: Personal Support Worker in nursing homes, hospitals, homecare agencies
Professional advancement: Senior PSW, Team Lead, Healthcare Coordinator, Self-Employed Caregiver
Industry demand: Critical opportunities in long-term care facilities, retirement homes, hospitals, community homecare agencies, assisted living facilities, and private care services
- Hospital Unit Clerk
Program Overview
The Hospital Unit Clerk diploma program provides students with essential skills to support communication between physicians, nurses, patients, and departments within hospital and clinical settings. Over 23 weeks, students develop competencies in medical terminology, patient documentation, electronic medical records (EMR), scheduling, physician order processing, health information management, diagnostic testing, vital signs measurement, examination room preparation, infection control, and professional healthcare communication, preparing them to confidently support hospital operations through online delivery with practical, job-ready training.
Core Competencies
- Students develop healthcare administrative expertise including health care delivery systems, health care terminology, human anatomy and physiology, health information management, and comprehensive understanding of the Canadian healthcare system essential for coordinating patient information and supporting clinical teams.
- Students acquire electronic medical records proficiency managing electronic scheduling, clinical documentation, referrals and medical billing within EMR systems, producing accurate medical correspondence, and maintaining organized patient records compliant with healthcare standards.
- Students cultivate clinical support capabilities through diagnostic testing and patient preparation, measuring vital signs, preparing examination rooms, assisting during procedures, maintaining infection control standards, and professional communication with computer applications and Microsoft Office proficiency.
Career Pathways
Entry-level roles: Graduates work as Hospital Unit Clerks, Ward Clerks, Patient Services representatives, Hospital Assistants, or Health Unit Coordinators in hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and other healthcare environments.
Advancement opportunities: With experience, graduates may progress to senior unit coordinator positions, health information management roles, or specialized areas such as emergency department coordination or surgical unit support.
Industry demand: Ontario’s healthcare facilities maintain consistent demand for skilled unit clerks who can coordinate patient information, support clinical operations, ensure efficient communication, and maintain accurate electronic medical records supporting quality patient care.
Engineering Programs
- Software Engineering
Program Overview
Earn a Software Engineering diploma in 48 weeks through focused mastery of Agile .NET programming methodology and DevOps practices. This intensive program develops deep expertise in Microsoft’s technology stack rather than cursory coverage of multiple frameworks, positioning graduates as specialists in C#, ASP.NET, .NET MAUI, Azure solutions, and DevOps engineering for cloud computing environments.
Core Competencies
- .NET framework expertise – C#, ASP.NET (Razor, MVC, Blazor), comprehensive Microsoft stack
- Multi-platform application development – .NET MAUI for Windows, Mac, and mobile deployment
- Azure cloud solutions – develop and deploy scalable cloud applications
- DevOps engineering practices – continuous integration, deployment, automation
Career Pathways
Entry-level positions: Software Engineer, .NET Developer, Cloud Application Developer
Professional advancement: DevOps Engineer, Full Stack Developer, Senior Software Architect
Industry demand: Critical opportunities across enterprise software companies, technology startups, financial institutions, and organizations requiring custom software development
Technology, Networking Programs
- Software Engineering
Program Overview
Earn a Software Engineering diploma in 48 weeks through focused mastery of Agile .NET programming methodology and DevOps practices. This intensive program develops deep expertise in Microsoft’s technology stack rather than cursory coverage of multiple frameworks, positioning graduates as specialists in C#, ASP.NET, .NET MAUI, Azure solutions, and DevOps engineering for cloud computing environments.
Core Competencies
- .NET framework expertise – C#, ASP.NET (Razor, MVC, Blazor), comprehensive Microsoft stack
- Multi-platform application development – .NET MAUI for Windows, Mac, and mobile deployment
- Azure cloud solutions – develop and deploy scalable cloud applications
- DevOps engineering practices – continuous integration, deployment, automation
Career Pathways
Entry-level positions: Software Engineer, .NET Developer, Cloud Application Developer
Professional advancement: DevOps Engineer, Full Stack Developer, Senior Software Architect
Industry demand: Critical opportunities across enterprise software companies, technology startups, financial institutions, and organizations requiring custom software development
- Data Science and AI Specialist
Program Overview
Earn a Data Science & AI Specialist postgraduate diploma in under one year through intensive training in Python programming, machine learning, and cloud deployment. This accelerated program develops technical proficiency in data handling, visualization, and predictive modeling, preparing graduates for immediate employment in the rapidly growing field of artificial intelligence and data science.
Core Competencies
- Python programming mastery – data manipulation, analysis, automation
- Machine learning deployment – model development, training, production implementation
- Cloud platform expertise – Azure, AWS, Google Cloud infrastructure
- Data visualization and analytics – communicate insights through compelling visual representations
Career Pathways
Entry-level positions: Data Analyst, Junior Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, AI Specialist
Professional advancement: Senior Data Scientist, AI Architect, Chief Data Officer
Industry demand: Critical roles across technology, finance, healthcare, e-commerce, and consulting sectors
Skilled Trades, Auto, Fire Programs
- Construction Management
Program Overview
The Construction Management diploma program provides students with practical skills and foundational knowledge needed to support residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects across Canada’s construction industry. Over 48 weeks, students develop competencies in construction project management, planning and scheduling, cost estimation and control, construction finance, building codes interpretation, law and contracts, health and safety compliance, and sustainable construction practices, preparing them to contribute confidently to modern construction operations through online delivery with hands-on training.
Core Competencies
- Students develop construction management expertise including construction project management, construction planning and scheduling, construction cost estimation and cost control, construction finance, and interpretation of building codes and industry standards essential for supporting residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
- Students acquire legal and safety knowledge covering law and contracts for construction, contract interpretation relevant to project administration, construction health and safety compliance, and construction industry environmental practices focusing on sustainable construction operations.
- Students cultivate professional communication skills through business communications, human resources, computer applications, and comprehensive career management preparing them for employment in construction firms, consulting companies, and related industry organizations.
Career Pathways
Entry-level roles: Graduates pursue positions as Construction Coordinator, Project Assistant, Site Supervisor Assistant, Estimating Assistant, or Scheduling Coordinator within construction firms, consulting companies, and related industry organizations.
Advancement opportunities: With experience, graduates may progress to senior project coordination roles, construction management positions, or specialized areas such as cost estimation, scheduling, or contract administration.
Industry demand: Canada’s construction industry maintains strong demand for skilled professionals who can support project management, budgeting, scheduling, safety compliance, and contract administration across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
NORTH YORK Campus
Get on the fast track to a new career at Canadian Business College. Our programs are designed to provide you with the most in-demand skills that employers are looking for. You get a curriculum that is more focused, so you can earn a quality education and be ready for your new career in as little as 6 months.
Enjoy the unique learning experience that Canadian Business College has to offer. We keep classes sizes small, so there’s always a helping hand nearby. You’ll benefit from more one-on-one time with instructors, as well as more opportunities to collaborate with your classmates. Plus we offer monthly enrolment, so the program you want will be available when you need it.
