Professional and Part-time Learning News Archive

Rewarding Career Options in Early Childhood Education in Durham Region

As an early childhood educator for more than 25 years, I can attest to what a rewarding experience it is to work in partnership with...

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The evolution of formal learning

We know that there are many ways of learning – both formal and informal. Choosing the most appropriate method of learning for a given situation...

The Professional and Part-time Learning launches new Cannabis Essentials for Health Professionals course

The Professional and Part-time Learning is pleased to announce the launch of our Medical Cannabis Essentials for Health Professionals course this fall. Designed as an...

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How tracking your progress can help you develop stronger skills

There is a truism in business that says “you get what you measure”. This is certainly applicable to learning. Having a plan is great, but...

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Planning your learning is key to success

In the first article in our lifelong learning series, we looked at what lifelong learning is and why it is important. We also noted that...

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What is lifelong learning, and why does it matter?

This is the first in a series of four short articles on the topic of lifelong learning and how you can easily put together an...

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ACC partners with Durham to offer online Cannabis Industry Specialization program

Assiniboine Community College has partnered with Durham College to offer an online Cannabis Industry Specialization program. Designed in partnership with industry leaders, the program will...

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The Centre for Professional and Part-time Learning launches a new Environmental Management Certificate

The Centre for Professional and Part-time Learning is pleased to announced the launch of the Environmental Management Certificate program. The Environmental Management program focuses on...

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DC’s Centre for Professional and Part-time Learning launches seven new programs

To meet the demands of multiple rapidly-growing sectors, including artificial intelligence and construction management, Durham College’s (DC) Centre for Professional and Part-time Learning has launched...

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Durham College launches Centre for Professional and Part-time Learning

The School of Continuing Education at Durham College (DC) is now the Centre for Professional and Part-time Learning (PPL). With extraordinary customer service at its...