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Amber Wills looks over a mannequin during a personal support worker lab at Durham College.
Personal Support Worker program rewarding for people who want to help others

A career as a personal support worker is a commitment to helping people, which is what drew Amber Wills of Orono to the one-year Personal...

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Exploring accounting programs at Durham College means exploring career pathways

Accounting is the universal language of business and Durham College’s programs prepare students for diverse, career-ready pathways. After accounting students graduate, they can pursue work...

Lead the way in your future career with experiential learning at DC

Experiential learning opportunities are designed to help enhance your skills, provide networking opportunities and gain valuable real-world work experience, all before graduation. At Durham College...

Ahmad Younes stands in front of the 'I Love DC' sign and smiles.
Experienced construction worker adds project management to his resume

Student spotlight – Ahmad Younes With a passion for construction and experience in the industry, international student Ahmad Younes arrived at Durham College (DC) last...

Creating purpose from passion: Rochelle Palmer’s mission to empower women through fitness and health

In a world where health, wellness, and fitness are becoming increasingly top-of-mind, Durham College’s (DC) Fitness and Health Promotion program stands out as a perfect...

Changing career paths as a busy mom: Brittany Hosey’s journey from personal support worker to marketing professional

Brittany Hosey has always had a knack for connecting with people and helping them feel good. From her first job in corporate sales after she...

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Teaching, gaming and streaming keep DC professor busy

Faculty spotlight – Michael Cameron At Durham College, students learn from accomplished professors who bring their extensive, real-world experience to the classroom. In this series,...

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“The number of roles are just endless”: How DC is preparing students for in-demand jobs in the food and beverage industry

The food and beverage industry is on a hiring spree and Durham College (DC) students are gaining the hands-on skills and experience employers are looking...

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Answers to your top questions about hands-on learning at DC

At Durham College (DC), we know the best way for you to learn what it takes to succeed in your chosen field is to experience...

In a white lab coat, Melanie Williams stands in front of scientific equipment and smiles.
Science is a passion for Chemical Engineering student

Student spotlight – Melanie Williams Melanie Williams had extensive experience in science before she ever set foot on a Durham College (DC) campus. The third-year...