Professional and Part-time Learning News Archive

How to use micro-credentials to further your career?

According to Robert Half research, 95% of executives believe finding employees with the necessary skills and competencies is difficult. Micro-credentials assist people in retraining and...

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How are Human Resource Professionals reimagining the future of work?

Every company wants to treat its employees fairly, but often the bottom line hinders these noble intentions. The purpose of a human resources department is...

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3 Reasons You Should Consider a Career in Project Management in 2023

Project management is the use of specific knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to deliver value to the organization. It helps companies accomplish tasks effectively, whether they...

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...