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Today's financial world requires analytical, flexible and motivated accountants. Take the next step toward a career in accounting, learning from industry experts and developing your knowledge to help businesses make informed decisions about their financial future. Learn more about Accounting Specialty (Certificate)...
The Association of Administrative Professionals (AAP) is a chartered, non-profit, Canadian association. We strive to provide administrative professionals the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive by encouraging all members to add to their individual competencies, advance their leadership skills, rea...lize their value in the workplace and community and have confidence to excel in their careers. Learn more about Association of Administrative Professionals (AAP)...
In order to keep their financial records up-to-date and accurate, companies rely on bookkeepers who know how to use accounting software and applications. This program will teach you the essentials needed to succeed in this field. Learn more about Bookkeeping (Certificate)...
Accounting is often referred to as the universal language of business. Durham College's Accounting program is the next step towards a career in the field of accounting. Learning from industry-connected professionals, you will develop your knowledge of accounting using the latest tools and technology... in order to gain the skills employers need. Learn more about Business - Accounting (Two-Year Ontario College Diploma)...
This program has been discontinued in PPL and new students are not eligible to enroll. Only those already registered in the program are currently able to register in courses toward this credential. If you had previously registered in this program and still working towards completing the credential p...lease email Kelly McPhate as soon as possible. She will review your individual situation and discuss your program options. Learn more about Business - Entrepreneurship and Small Business (Two-Year Ontario College Diploma)...
Human resources (HR) professionals work in partnership with business managers to take care of the company's largest asset – its employees. To help a business run, HR staff provide advice to department supervisors on a range of employee relations issues; design and deliver a range of programs and... services focused on individual and team needs; and create company policies that support and promote a workplace culture based on fairness, equity and personal growth. You will acquire skills in the effective use of industry-standard software and learn from professionals who are connected to industry. Learn more about Business - Human Resources (Two-Year Ontario College Diploma)...
Marketing is key to a successful business. An understanding of how consumers behave, together with research data and knowing how to capitalize on the latest digital trends, ensures that organizations can sell their products and services. Durham College prepares you for your start in an exciting care...er where you can help businesses grow and succeed. Here you will have hands-on learning of the latest digital technology and how to leverage them to drive consumer behaviour. Learn more about Business - Marketing (Two-Year Ontario College Diploma)...
Regardless of industry, supply chain and operations management is at the heart of every business, which is why the skills developed in this program are in such high demand. Faced with an increasingly global business world, employers are actively seeking our graduates for their job-ready skills in co...mplex problem solving, analytics, decision-making and communications. Students with an interest in business who enjoy making things better and are drawn to the idea of no two work days ever being the same will thrive in this field. Graduates enter the workforce ready to take the diverse, exciting, and rewarding career opportunities that are currently outpacing the professionals available to fill them. Learn more about Business - Supply Chain and Operations (Two-Year Ontario College Diploma)...
Whether it's a small business or a large publicly traded corporation, accountants are needed in all areas of the economy, in both the public and private sectors. Our program is taught by industry-connected professionals who will give you the skills and knowledge to excel in the field. You will learn... how to apply the latest tools and technology - making you instantly valuable to an employer. You will have the opportunity to hone your skills and gain valuable work experience through a field placement. This program gives you a powerful combination of knowledge, skills and real-life work experience. Learn more about Business Administration - Accounting (Three-Year Ontario College Diploma)...
Human resources (HR) professionals work in partnership with business managers to take care of the company's largest asset – its employees. To help a business run, HR staff provide advice to department supervisors on a range of employee relations issues, design and deliver a range of programs and ...services focused on individual and team needs, and create company policies that support and promote a workplace culture based on fairness, equity and personal growth. Learn more about Business Administration - Human Resources (Three-Year Ontario College Diploma)...
If you’re interested in entering the business world, the one-year Business Fundamentals Ontario College Certificate program will help you develop a solid foundation in business knowledge, skills and competences while also identifying which area of business suits your talents and interests for your... future career. Learn more about Business Fundamentals (One-Year Ontario College Certificate)...
This program has been suspended and is now in the process of winding down due to low enrolment. To support students currently pursuing this credential, each course will be offered a minimum of one last time, giving all students the opportunity to complete the program. Final offerings will be gu...aranteed to run regardless of the number of registrants. For further information, please email PPL@durhamcollege.ca or call (905) 721-3052. Click to view a schedule identifying the remaining course offerings Learn more about Cannabis Industry Specialization (Recognition of Achievement)...
This program has been suspended. The Canadian Institute of Bookkeeping (CIB) has sold its assets to the Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada (CPB Canada). CIB is now pursuing dissolution of its corporation. CPB Canada has worked closely with CIB to develop a respectful transition plan to w...elcome CIB members into CPB Canada. Learn more by visiting CPB Canada’s welcome Portal for CIB Members here https://cpbcan.ca/join/cib-members.html. If you are a student working towards your CIB we recommend reaching out to CPB Canada directly to discuss your options here https://cpbcan.ca/index.html. We have reached out to CPB Canada to discuss opportunities to offer the educational requirements for their certification. We will update our website as soon as more information is available. For further information, please contact: Kelly McPhate or (905) 721-2000 ext. 2084. Learn more about Certified Bookkeeper (CIB)...
Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) or Qualified Associate Financial Planner (QAFP) certifications are the most widely recognized financial planning designations in Canada and considered the standard for the profession, representing the highest level of competence, ethics and practice. There ...are nearly 17,000 CFP® professionals across Canada, part of an international network of more than 170,000 CFP professionals in 26 territories around the world. Learn more about Certified Financial Planner (CFP)...
The Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) is the entry-level designation. It is also the best known HR designation in Canada and available exclusively from the Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA). Learn more about Certified Human Resources Professionals (CHRP)...
The National Payroll Institute, formerly The Canadian Payroll Association, offers the only payroll certifications in Canada: the Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) and the Certified Payroll Manager (CPM). These programs prepare payroll practitioners to manage the compliance requirements of an ...organization's annual payroll cycle, deliver clear and reliable payroll information, and contribute a payroll perspective to organizational policy and payroll discussions. Learn more about Certified Payroll Manager (CPM)...
Through this certificate, develop knowledge and skills to effectively work with infants, children or adolescents with complicated psychiatric disorders. Courses will focus on the developmental process, understanding psychiatric disorders and associated behaviours, risk factors and triggers, the iden...tification of behaviours and symptoms, family relationships, and on intervention and prevention strategies. This program may be of particular interest to health, social service and education professionals currently working with infant, child or adolescent populations. Learn more about Children's Mental Health (Certificate)...
The CCNA certification (through Cisco®) validates your skills and knowledge in network fundamentals, network access, IP connectivity, IP services, security fundamentals, and automation and programmability. This program prepares you to challenge the Cisco® certification exam; 200-301 CCNA - Implem...enting and Administering Cisco® Solutions (CCNA), which covers a broad range of fundamentals for IT careers, based on the latest networking technologies, software development skills, and job roles. Learn more about Cisco® Certified Network Associate (Recognition of Achievement)...
Building and maintaining a strong customer service culture is essential in any successful business. The Client and Customer Relations program prepares students to work within and build teams that are dedicated to service excellence, and that can build positive, lasting relationships with clients. Learn more about Client and Customer Relations (Certificate)...
The Coding Essentials program equips students with the fundamental skills needed to enter and succeed in careers in the Canadian knowledge economy. Learn more about Coding Essentials (Certificate)...
Construction Estimating is designed to improve the knowledge and skill level of people working or wanting to work as estimators in the construction industry. Construction estimators analyze the costs of and prepare estimates on construction projects. They may specialize in estimating costs for civil... engineering, architectural, structural, electrical and mechanical construction projects or they may specialize in estimating costs for one construction trade in particular. Learn more about Construction Estimator (Certificate)...
This certificate program provides practical training in the commercial construction management field. The program emphasizes two key areas of construction management: the interpretation and understanding of commercial project documents (working drawings, specifications, soils reports, contracts, etc....), and the preparation of estimates and construction schedules. Learn more about Construction Management (Certificate)...
The Corporate Training Specialization stacked micro-credential program prepares students with relevant business experience to become learning generalists that support organizations with training initiatives to optimize workforce performance. Learn more about Corporate Training Specialization (Stacked Micro-credential)...
This program has been suspended. Only students already registered in the program are currently eligible to enrol in courses towards this credential. For further information, please contact: ppl@durhamcollege.ca or (905) 721-3052. Learn more about Correctional Practices Fundamentals (Certificate)...
This program will examine the principles of human behaviour related to complex issues such as co-dependency as an addiction, criminal and psychopathic minds, cults and terrorism as well as domestic, sexual and workplace violence. The causes, consequences and prevention of crime and criminal behavi...our will be explored. The psychology behind why individuals become criminals and why people are attracted to those with deviant behaviours will be studied. Learn more about Criminal Psychology & Behaviour (Certificate)...
Cyber-crime is on the rise as we continue to shift towards a digital world, leading to the increasing need for Cybersecurity experts who can effectively combat these attacks. This program will provide the fundamentals needed to take on this challenge, a career in Cybersecurity. Key concepts covered... include security fundamentals, organizational defense strategies, testing methodologies, forensic investigative tools, and vulnerabilities of wireless networks. Learn more about Cyber Security Fundamentals (Recognition of Achievement)...
As more organizations rely on data to drive corporate planning and decision-making, increasingly sophisticated business intelligence and data tools are being used to meet the need for extensive data collection and manipulation. This allows industry to quickly respond to organizational and market opp...ortunities. The Data Analytics for Business Decision Making graduate certificate will prepare you for a career in this high-demand area by teaching you the knowledge and skills that you need to support real-world business decision-making and planning through data insights, data management and data science. Learn more about Data Analytics for Business Decision Making (One-Year Ontario College Graduate Certificate)...
Quality early childhood education (ECE) is critical in preparing children for future learning. As an early childhood educator, you will play an integral role in promoting children's development from birth to age 12 within the following five domains: cognitive, social, emotional, language and physica...l. In the Online ECE program, you will engage in theoretical studies along with practical applications. Moreover, professional practice and ethics will guide you in working with families, understanding pedagogy and fostering belonging and well-being in children. Learn more about Early Childhood Education (Two-Year Ontario College Diploma)...
This program provides Registered Early Childhood Educators with specialist knowledge and skills to work as resource consultants for children living with special needs and with families. Graduates work in a variety of early learning settings including licensed childcare centres and home-based child c...are agencies; family support programs; infant and child development and specialized early learning programs. Graduates support inclusive early learning environments and lead others in the analysis, creation and implementation of family-centered policies and practices that support a philosophy of inclusion. Learn more about Early Childhood Education - Resource Consulting (One-Year Ontario College Graduate Certificate)...
Durham College is pleased to offer the online Educational Support diploma program, which provides provincially recognized training via the Ontario Ministry of Education approved curriculum for the training of educational support staff. School-based placements will help you acquire the attitudes, k...nowledge and skills needed to work effectively as an educational support professional, primarily with children and youth with exceptionalities. When you graduate from this program, you can launch your career as a non-teaching team member who works with teachers and other professionals to help meet student needs. Learn more about Educational Support (Two-Year Ontario College Diploma)...
With the recent and unprecedented shift from classroom to online education resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic, eLearning has become a mission critical skill for educators. With the growth of online education, teaching and training has advanced the need for skilled developers of web-based learning.... This program is designed to provide students with usable skills and a pedagogical basis in order to develop quality online learning materials. Students will not only learn the practical skills for development, but will also be introduced to how their role relates to the team-based approach in educational design. Learn more about eLearning Developer (Certificate)...
This program has been suspended. Only students already registered in the program are currently eligible to enrol in courses toward this credential. For further information, please contact: (905) 721-3052. Learn more about Emergency Communication (Certificate)...
Are you interested in running your own business? This program will help you build the foundational knowledge and skills needed to establish and manage your own company. Learn more about Entrepreneurship (Certificate)...
The Environmental Management program focuses on sustainable implementation and management of air, water, land and waste at both the global and local levels. The learner will consider various systems, strategies and techniques to be applied within diverse situations where the goal is ultimately to e...nsure sustainable and market-driven solutions to environmental issues. This program will augment the skills and knowledge of a working professional who has experience and education in a complementary field such as public relations, civic planning, engineering or project management. This program consists of four core courses, and three electives (from a choice of four). Learn more about Environmental Management (Certificate)...
The Establishing a Contracting Small Business in Ontario stacked micro-credential program allows individuals already experienced in trades or construction to develop the skills and knowledge required to set up and operate their own enterprise. Students will develop a viable business plan that will m...eet industry-specific regulatory requirements and establish the foundation needed to begin their business operations. With a specific focus on doing business in Ontario, participants will build the skills and knowledge needed to comply with relevant health and safety regulations, follow requirements of the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB), adhere to industry and labour laws, and fulfill obligations relating to mandatory employee training. Learn more about Establishing a Contracting Small Business in Ontario (Stacked Micro-credential)...
The International Facility Management Association™ FMP Credential Program was designed to meet the challenges of the facility management profession and provide a standardized, consistent and high-quality learning experience. The program includes comprehensive print materials, interactive online st...udy tools and online FMP final assessments. Each course in the instructor-led program is two days and may be taken in any order. Learn more about Facility Management Professional® Credential Program (IFMA)...
Through this certificate program, develop the knowledge and skills needed to be an effective member of a food service team in commercial facilities, institutions or long-term care homes. Courses focus on food preparation principles, food service, nutrition, and sanitation practices. Customer service..., communications and business skills are also covered. Learn more about Food Service Worker (Certificate)...
The five course online French Certificate program provides students the opportunity to meet French language requirements for various government positions requiring level 8 NCLC (Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens) or any other employment opportunities requiring French. Authentic assignmen...ts and assessments provide students with real-world learning. Learn more about French (Certificate)...
English to French translation is a skill which must be acquired through training. Each course will help you learn necessary translation skills for professional purposes in the workplace. Learn more about French Translation in the Workplace (Certificate)...
This program provides a specific focus on the knowledge, skills and techniques that are recognized as being fundamental to working with clients affected by addictive behaviours and/or mental health issues in private addiction facilities, group homes or halfway houses. Courses address psychoactive d...rug use through to behavioural or process addictions. Learn more about Fundamentals of Addictions (Certificate)...
Geographic information systems (GIS) provide the ability to automate map production and to integrate earth imagery with other data to solve geographic problems. Results can be displayed in a variety of ways including new maps, tables, charts, or all of these in combination. GIS is a widely-availabl...e and affordable technology which can be used by nearly every corporation, governmental agency, or non-profit organization. Learn more about Geographic Information Systems (Certificate)...
This micro-credential is focused on developing the skills required to design for print and web using industry standard software applications and best practices. Students are introduced to the desktop publishing process and production flow, and web design and creation through practical, hands-on proj...ects. Learn more about Graphic Design Desktop Publishing and Printing (Micro-credential)...
This micro-credential covers the fundamental principles of good graphic design for desktop publishing. Students become familiar with layout concepts, typography, industry portfolio standards and personal branding techniques. Students will apply their learning through the creation of a personal port...folio of print and electronic content. Learn more about Graphic Design Foundations (Micro-credential)...
Looking to broaden your computer and design abilities? Develop foundational graphic design skills using industry-standard software in Adobe Creative Suite. This micro-credential includes hands-on projects in Photoshop and Illustrator, preparing you to edit and create a variety of digital imagery. Learn more about Graphic Design Photoshop and Illustrator (Micro-credential)...
Compliance with workplace health and safety standards has become more important than ever before. This program examines the fundamentals of occupational health and safety and addresses essential management practices in this area. This program is ideally suited to those who already have business exp...erience and are interested in furthering their career in the health and safety sector. The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) offers scholarship awards that are available to students enrolled in this program. To learn more about the scholarships available and how to apply directly with the CCOHS, please visit there website CCOHS. Learn more about Health and Safety for the Workplace (Certificate)...
In partnership with Seneca College and Carson Dunlop and Associates, and in co-operation with the Ontario Association of Home Inspectors (OAHI), Durham College offers a 10-course Home Inspection program that incorporates the Standards of Practice of the American Society of Home Inspectors/Canadian A...ssociation of Home and Property Inspectors (ASHI/CAHPI). Standards of Practice define a minimum and uniform standard for private, fee-paid home inspectors. The Carson Dunlop and Associates program has been adopted by the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), and is also recognized and recommended by the Canadian Association of Home and Property Inspectors (CAHPI) in all provinces. The Carson Dunlop program complies with ASHI Curriculum and Standards of Practice. The program also meets the Professional Home/Property Inspector Occupational Standards developed by the Canadian Home Inspectors and Building Officials Steering Committee for National Standards (CHIBO). Learn more about Home Inspectors, Ontario Association of (OAHI)...
This certificate program prepares you for the challenging and rewarding career of providing clerical and administrative support for a hospital unit or health care institution. Through this program, you will develop office management and business communications skills for the healthcare environment,... and will acquire a thorough understanding of information reporting, medical terminology, medical conditions, pharmacology, surgical procedures and medical tests. You will also learn to set up records for new patients, transcribe physicians' orders from patient records, prepare requisition forms for laboratory tests, record patient diagnoses on the appropriate medical forms, and arrange for the transfer of patients within a unit or to other units. The program focuses on the development of strong office support skills with a particular emphasis on interpersonal, organizational and communication skills. Learn more about Hospital Nursing Unit Clerk (Certificate)...
From recruitment and selection to training and development, a career in human resources (HR) requires a focus on both strategy and people. Skill, knowledge and ability in human resource planning, occupational health and safety, compensation, labour relations and managerial accounting enable HR profe...ssionals to contribute to business success in an increasingly competitive global marketplace while looking after the organization's most important asset – its employees. Learn more about Human Resources Management (One-Year Ontario College Graduate Certificate)...
The Instructional Design program is for students interested in the theory, practice, and design of instructional content for various modes of delivery. This program will provide students with the theoretical and practical foundations for the development and design of instruction and training applica...ble to the higher education industry, corporate training delivery, or the hosting of subject-specific workshops. Pedagogical theory will be coupled with practical module and course development to apply and demonstrate key instructional design principles. Learn more about Instructional Design (Certificate)...
Decorators work in fulfilling careers as entrepreneurs or as part of design teams to transform living and workspaces to meet client needs. Potential projects include house staging, sales rooms, restaurants and hotels. Through hands-on projects and real-life application, graduates will have developed... professional and creative design skills including the ability to render and present industry-standard design boards using contemporary technologies. The program is offered part-time and each course is offered asynchronously online to fit your busy schedule. Durham College’s comprehensive Interior Decorating Certificate is recognized by the Decorator & Designers Association of Canada (DDA Canada). Students currently enrolled in this program are invited to apply for student membership in the Decorator & Designers Association. Graduates of the program are invited to apply for accredited membership on the Decorator & Designers Association website. Learn more about Interior Decorating (Certificate)...
Does your company have 20 or more employees? Under the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA), most workplaces of this size are required to have an internal health and safety representative who has been certified by the Chief Prevention Officer (CPO) of the Ministry of Labour, Training & Sk...ills Development. Learn more about Joint Health & Safety Committee Certification (JHSC)...
Offered in partnership with the Institute of Law Clerks (ILCO), the Associate level Law Clerks courses will provide legal clerks already in the field with added expertise, expand the knowledge of legal secretaries, and provide the basic academic foundation needed for people with legal experience p...lanning a career as a law clerk. The courses are designed to prepare students to write The Institute of Law Clerks of Ontario provincial examinations (additional fees required). Learn more about Law Clerk (ILCO)...
Enhance your skills and stand out as a leader in today's challenging, competitive and dynamic marketplace. This certificate will expose you to leadership concepts and approaches that will enhance your technical, interpersonal and strategic capabilities as a leader. Learn more about Leadership Development Series (Certificate)...
Continuous improvement is a critical component of success in today’s competitive landscape. Organizations around the world look to find new ways to increase efficiencies by identifying and remove any non-value added activities in their everyday operations. Learn more about Lean Belt Training...
The legal administrative assistant is an essential part of today's law office team. The program will equip you with skills required to effectively perform the duties required of those employed in a legal administration environment. You will study legal office procedures, legal terminology, court ...systems, legal record keeping, bookkeeping, billing clients and the preparation, filing and service of legal documents in the areas of wills and estates, family law, litigation, corporate law and real estate. In addition, you will build proficiency in keyboarding, law accounting software and a variety of computer programs. Learn more about Legal Office Assistant (Certificate)...
Libraries are constantly evolving in their delivery and management of information. Library and Information Technicians have the knowledge and practical skills needed to perform in today’s evolving library environment. Combining theory and hands-on practice, students will learn to acquire, orga...nize, produce, retrieve and disseminate information in print and electronic formats. Led by experienced librarians, this program will help prepare you for employment in academic, public, school and special libraries and other information service settings. Through a carefully-designed program of study that combines theory and hands-on field placement, you will learn to acquire, organize, produce, retrieve and disseminate information in print and electronic formats. Learn more about Library Technician (Two-Year Ontario College Diploma)...
Designed for health and social service professionals, the Managing Responsive Behaviours in Older Adults stacked micro-credential program prepares learners to manage responsive behaviours when caring for older adults with dementia in residential or community care settings. Learn more about Managing Responsive Behaviors in Older Adults (Stacked Micro-credential)...
Global competition, the development of advanced technologies and other economic challenges are rapidly changing the way Canadian businesses and industries operate. The Manufacturing Leadership Certificate Program (MLCP) is designed to help participants who already have a high level of technical expe...rtise in the industry by developing the leadership skills needed to advance their careers. Learn more about Manufacturing Leadership Certificate Program (MLCP) (Recognition of Achievement)...
Marketing is key to a successful business. An understanding of how consumers behave, together with research data and knowing how to capitalize on the latest digital trends, ensures that organizations can sell their products and services. Become familiar with the art and science of marketing and gain... sound knowledge in product development, market research, advertising and sales, and short- and long-term planning in the corporate and small business environment. Learn more about Marketing Management (Certificate)...
The Medical Terminology program is designed for those who already have an administrative background and want to build entry-level medical language skills to communicate effectively within healthcare settings. There is a focus on medical terminology and terms related to common medical conditions, dia...gnostic tests, anatomy and physiology, and pharmacology. Learn more about Medical Terminology (Micro-credential)...
Focusing on elements of medical science, communication skills and transcription techniques, this program will help you develop the theoretical and practical knowledge required to meet the needs of the medical community. Learn more about Medical Transcriptionist (Certificate)...
This online program is based on the Standards for Mental Health Nursing in Canada, and combines in-depth theoretical knowledge with application to clinical practice. Upon completion, you will be prepared to assess, provide interventions, and advocate for mental health clients in a variety of institu...tional and community settings. Learn more about Mental Health Nursing RN/RPN (Certificate)...
This certificate is designed to help participants develop office skills that are essential in today's competitive office environment. You will study the Windows operating system and an overview of the Microsoft Office Suite including; Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Learn more about Microsoft Office (Certificate)...
Looking for employment in your local area and considering rural municipal work? This short micro-credential is designed to provide you with essential knowledge and skills that relate directly to rural municipal jobs. This program consists of three micro-courses (which are accessible through the purc...hase of time block(s)): Municipal Legislation and Governance, Municipal Structure, Roles & Responsibilities, and Effectiveness in Municipal Government. When combining this learning with the right mix of existing transferable skills, you can increase your readiness for a role in rural municipal government. Learn more about Municipal Employment Readiness (Micro-credential)...
The Nephrology program is a Durham College Certificate that prepares nurses to deliver kidney care to affected patients across all stages of the kidney care journey, from early detection through dialysis, transplant, and palliative care. Current nurses will learn the knowledge required to promote an...d deliver competent, safe and ethical care to those at risk for developing or affected by renal disease and/or insufficiency. Learn more about Nephrology (Certificate)...
Occupational Health Nursing (OHN) provides integrated occupational health and safety services to employers and employees. The courses in this program will enhance the knowledge and skills of experienced occupational health nurses and will assist with meeting the application qualifications for the Ca...nadian Nurses Association specialty certification examination (COHN-C). Learn more about Occupational Health Nursing RN (Certificate)...
This foundational program will help you develop skills that are considered essential in today's business world. In addition to learning how to use various Microsoft and accounting software packages, this program will help you build skills in areas such as communication, leadership and teamwork. Learn more about Office Technology Administration (Certificate)...
This program is currently under review and new students are not eligible to enroll. If you had previously registered in this program and still working towards completing the credential please email Kelly.McPhate@durhamcollege.ca as soon as possible. She will review your individual situation and dis...cuss your program options. Learn more about Operations Management (Certificate)...
Through this program, you will build the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to serve in a helping capacity (i.e. RPNs, orderlies, PSWs, volunteers, support workers and clergy), for those with advanced or terminal illness and their families. You will learn to provide compassionate care in which t...he quality of remaining life is the objective. As well, you will explore symptom control as the basis to develop a team approach, which includes clients and those who are close to them. This program will also address bereavement care for families. Learn more about Palliative Care (Certificate)...
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This Ontario College Graduate Certificate will support Registered Nurses (RN) and Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) in building the necessary knowledge and expertise to care for clients in perioperative settings. Areas of study include the basic equipment and instruments used, the principles of ase...ptic technique, and the importance of infection control and their role within the perioperative setting. Learn more about Perioperative Nursing (Ontario College Graduate Certificate)...
If you are taking this course, you probably have some professional exposure to the duties of a project manager, or you may be considering embarking on a career in professional project management. Your ability as a project manager to demonstrate best practices in project management—both on the job... and through professional certification—is becoming the standard to compete in today's fast-paced and highly technical workplace. In this course, you will apply the generally recognized practices of project management acknowledged by the Project Management Institute (PMI)® to successfully manage projects. Learn more about PMI® PMP® Exam Preparation...
Are you looking to gain a recognized project management certification(s) that is respected and sought after by employers? The PRINCE2® certifications may be the right option for you. There are two PRINCE2® project management certifications available, PRINCE2® and PRINCE2 Aglie®. Each certifi...cation offers two main level; Foundation and Practitioner. Learn more about PRINCE2® Project Management...
Delivering high quality, well-defined project solutions is a critical component to success in today's business world and a core function of a Project Manager. Through applied learning activities, students learn how to move through the project life cycle phases. They develop a critical understandi...ng of management and human resources, project risk and quality, scheduling and software, and contracting and procurement. Students work through the curriculum to develop a project management plan that can be applied to real-life scenarios. Learn more about Project Management Studies (Certificate)...
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records and information is critical in the digital information era. Organizations need employees who are up-to-date with the latest technologies and who can create, store and retrieve information efficiently. This certificate will prepare you with a complete spect...rum of archiving and retrieval skills needed to effectively store and manage informational assets. Learn more about Records and Information Management (Certificate)...
The Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO) is the self-regulatory body for insurance brokers in Ontario. Established in October 1981, RIBO regulates the licensing, professional competence, ethical conduct and insurance related obligations of all independent general insurance brokers in the... province. Learn more about Registered Insurance Brokers (RIBO)...
The Retirement Communities Management program is offered to meet the increasing demand for administrators in retirement homes. The program will help you develop skills in planning and implementing operational procedures and providing collaborative leadership in retirement communities. Topic areas ...include: physical building considerations, financial management, food nutrition and hospitality management, healthy adult aging, human resources, marketing, client-centered care and the management of resources. You will finish the program with a field placement which will provide an opportunity to relate classroom theory to the industry. Learn more about Retirement Communities Management (One-Year Ontario College Graduate Certificate)...
The Sales for Small Businesses stackable micro-credential program is comprised of four competency-based micro-credentials. It is designed for small business entrepreneurs and/or their employees who have expertise with the product or service they are marketing, but little to no experience in business...-to-consumer (B2C) sales. Participants will explore the skills relating to positioning products and services as customer needs-based solutions, building virtual relationships with customers and networking across the business community, prospecting, leveraging technologies for social selling, and negotiating, closing and following up on sales. Learn more about Sales for Small Businesses (Stacked Micro-credential)...
Sales is the driving force behind every business. A career in sales positions graduates at the heart of the action, with the opportunity to work in a professional results-driven culture, on a variety of projects, with great earnings potential. This program is specifically designed to provide the cor...e knowledge and skills needed to enter and excel in a sales career. Learn more about Sales Professional (Recognition of Achievement)...
Social Media is an essential and dynamic set of communication channels that have shifted the way in which employers engage with their customers. Students taking this certificate program will study five key areas of social media management. In addition, they will learn how social media is applied ...to marketing, corporate branding, fundraising, social media campaigns and within organizations to support employee engagement, retention and corporate communication. Learn more about Social Media (Certificate)...
The Social Service Worker program combines academic study with practical experience to provide graduates with the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to work in the diverse and complex field of community and social services. The program focuses on the development of front-line interviewing and ...counselling skills that will prepare students to work with individuals and groups in a variety of social service settings, including group homes, women's shelters, addiction and mental health facilities, employment programs and services for seniors. In addition to theoretical models, methods and skills of social service work practice, you will receive extensive training in community organizing and development, crisis intervention, group work, and life skills methodology. Learn more about Social Service Worker (Two-Year Ontario College Diploma)...
This program has been suspended. Only those already registered in the program are currently eligible to enroll in courses toward this credential. For further information, please contact (905) 721-3052 Learn more about Sterile Processing (Certificate) Suspended...
The Sustainable Local Food certificate has been designed to meet a rising interest in the development of local food systems that are sustainable, socially just, economically dynamic and ecologically specific to the countryside, cities and regions of Canada. This certificate explores the practices, p...rinciples and philosophies involved in local food system development. Learn more about Sustainable Local Food (Certificate)...
This certificate will train you to teach or facilitate adults in any capacity. Whether you teach in a formal classroom setting, facilitate seminars, train employees, or teach a general-interest program to adults, you will be well equipped to meet the needs of all of your adult learners. Your first ...course will be Adult Learning. You will begin your studies by exploring the nature of adult learners, their learning styles, needs and characteristics, and analyze what makes teachers effective. Then, you will address critical aspects in course delivery. Learn more about Teaching and Training Adults (Certificate)...
Develop the technical skills and knowledge that a Technology Support Analyst needs to deliver quick, informed solutions for computer-related problems. Additionally, learn how to support standard application development and the implementation of projects. Learn more about Technical Support Analyst (Certificate)...
Thanatology (also known as grief or compassionate counselling) is the scientific study of how to cope with tragedies, death and dying. The certificate in thanatology aims to promote awareness and understanding of death and how it affects individuals, whether the death is a result of a long-standing ...chronic illness, an acute condition, or a traumatic incident. Courses in the program focus on grief and bereavement issues, communication strategies and religious philosophies of dying and death from the perspective of both the dying and bereaved. Graduates of this unique program will have the skills and preparation to better understand, support and care for those facing or coping with death. The program is ideal for individuals who work with those who are terminally ill or their families and for those who provide support or assistance to those affected by death. Learn more about Thanatology (Certificate)...
Veterinary office assistants are professionals who contribute to the effectiveness of a veterinary office environment in fundamental ways. This includes liaising with clients, overseeing efficient office communications, scheduling, equipment maintenance, and contributing to special projects. A found...ational knowledge of veterinary terminology and procedures unique to this exciting industry will provide you with the knowledge and skills to be a valuable asset in a veterinary office. Learn more about Veterinary Office Assistant (Certificate)...
This short, four-course program is designed for those who already have an administrative background and want to build on their knowledge and skills within the context of a veterinary office. There is a focus on medical terminology and basic procedures related to common surgical and lab procedures, a...s well as pharmacology. Learn more about Veterinary Office Assistant - Specialization (Micro-credential)...
This program has been suspended. Only students already registered in the program are currently eligible to enrol in courses toward this credential. For further information, please contact: (905) 721-3052. Learn more about Victimology (One-Year Ontario College Graduate Certificate) Suspended...
The Internet has revolutionized the way people communicate and the way organizations do business. As a result, there is a rapidly growing demand for computer professionals who know how to establish and maintain websites. The flexible skillsets gained through this certificate will provide you with th...e ability to create a vibrant, modern and exciting web presence, whether for business, entertainment or personal use. Learn more about Website Creation and Design (Certificate)...
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