If you're eager to start your post-secondary journey but unsure which program is best for you, we’ve got you covered! At Durham College (DC), we pride ourselves on offering fundamental programs that serve as the cornerstone for future success. Whether you're interested in business, technology, healthcare, or the arts, our wide range of foundational courses provide the perfect starting point and introduction before further enhancing your education. Check out the following six Certificate programs that can help you transition to post-secondary life while helping you determine your career path.
BUSINESS FUNDAMENTALS
If you’re interested in entering the business world, this program will help you develop a solid foundation in business knowledge, skills and competencies while also identifying which area of business suits your talents and interests for your future career.
In today’s digital world, computer skills are essential. Whether you're analyzing data, creating designs, or writing content, understanding technology gives you a competitive edge in nearly every industry. This certificate program is an excellent starting point for anyone interested in launching a career in computer technologies. In just eight months, you'll gain a solid foundation in core areas such as programming languages, systems development, and operating systems.
The world of emergency services holds many career paths, and it may be difficult to know where to start. This program, which is unique to DC, will provide you with the fundamental and essential skills required in many emergency service or health science careers, such as Paramedic, Police Foundations, or Practical Nursing, just to name a few!
This program introduces you to animation, filmmaking, video production, motion graphics and video game production. You will learn many of the creative and technical skills required to produce animated content for a wide range of industry applications as well as develop a portfolio of work to further your education in the Faculty of Media, Art and Design.
This program equips you with essential art and design skills, introducing you to a broad range of media, tools, and techniques. You'll develop a well-rounded portfolio that showcases both your creative vision and technical ability—an asset for advancing into competitive programs in fine arts, graphic design, animation, and game development.
Still deciding what you want to do? Earn a certificate as unique as you are, while developing the critical thinking and communication skills needed to succeed in today’s world. This program prepares you to continue your studies in college or university by helping you strengthen essential academic skills and habits while you become familiar with post-secondary life, expectations, and opportunities.
PRE-HEALTH SCIENCES PATHWAY TO CERTIFICATES AND DIPLOMAS
Are you interested in pursuing a career in health sciences? This two-semester program is the perfect entry point and provides you with the foundation necessary for success in a college health sciences program. Strengthen your communication, mathematics, biology, chemistry and critical thinking skills as well as familiarize yourself with college life and a college workload.
PRE-HEALTH SCIENCES PATHWAY TO ADVANCED DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES
Build the academic skillset required for further education at the advanced diploma and degree level with this foundational program. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn about potential careers in the health sciences industry and identify other programs that will enable you to achieve your future career goals.
Get a taste of the trades and see what suits you best in this foundational program that provides an opportunity to experience different trades and gain hands-on, practical knowledge through theory and shop work in order to make a knowledgeable and well-informed decision on your future career goals.
We know choosing a post-secondary program can feel overwhelming, so if you have any questions or if you’re not sure what your next step should be, contact the Start at DC Team today to book a one-on-one appointment!
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