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How to Upgrade High School Courses in Calgary as an Adult

How to Upgrade Your High School Courses in Calgary as an Adult Thinking about going back to school but missing a high school course or the grades you need? Whether you're planning a career change, applying to college or returning to education after several years,...

What Can You Do With a Human Services Diploma? Career Paths to Explore

What Can You Do With a Human Services Diploma? Career Paths to Explore Want a career where you can make a difference in people's lives? A human services diploma could be your first step toward a rewarding career supporting individuals, families and communities. From...

Looking for Work in Calgary? Build Job-Ready Skills for Your Next Career

Looking for Work in Calgary? Build Job-Ready Skills for Your Next Career Finding a job can be challenging, especially if you're entering a new field, returning to work or thinking about changing careers. Sometimes, sending out more applications isn't enough. The right...

How to Choose a Dental Assistant Program in Calgary: 7 Things to Look For

How to Choose a Dental Assistant Program in Calgary: 7 Things to Look For If you’re comparing dental assistant programs in Calgary, look beyond tuition and program length. The right program should provide hands-on clinical training, instructor support, real workplace...

Choosing a Practical Nursing Program in Calgary

Choosing a Practical Nursing Program in Calgary: 7 Things to Look For If you're comparing nursing programs in Calgary, there is more to consider than tuition and how quickly you can graduate. The Practical Nursing program you choose can affect how you learn, the...

Education Assistants Are in Demand: Why Now Is the Time to Enroll

Alberta classrooms are evolving, and so is the need for skilled support staff. With the provincial government announcing increased investment in education, including funding to hire more Education Assistants over the next three years, there has never been a better...

Practical Nurse vs Registered Nurse: A Calgary Perspective

If you’re considering a career in nursing, one of your first questions might be: Should I become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or a Registered Nurse (RN)? Both roles are essential in Alberta’s healthcare system, each offering unique opportunities, responsibilities,...

Alberta PD Funding for Early Childhood Educators

Alberta’s Professional Development (PD) Funding program provides financial support to eligible Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) who want to enhance their skills, advance their careers, and strengthen the quality of early learning and childcare programs across the...

Dental Careers in Alberta: Why demand for skilled assistants is growing

Understanding the post-pandemic surge, rising oral-health awareness, and rural workforce needs in Alberta The dental field has undergone major shifts in the years following the COVID-19 pandemic, and one clear trend has emerged: the demand for skilled dental...

Is Nursing Right for You? | Columbia College Calgary

If you’ve ever imagined yourself helping others, working in a fast-paced environment, and making a difference every day, nursing might be calling you. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) play a vital role in Alberta’s healthcare system, providing hands-on care to...

Benefits of Going Back To School

Nov 16, 2020 | Infographics

3 Underappreciated Benefits of Being a Teacher’s Assistant

Nov 13, 2020 | Other Academic Programs

It may be difficult for some people to understand why a person would want to be a teaching assistant (TA). Since few students know the impact of having one in class, they tend to either disregard or misunderstand a TA's true purpose. Although teaching assistants...

What to Know Before Becoming a Dental Assistant

Nov 9, 2020 | Dental Health Programs

Why You Should Pursue a Dental Assistant Diploma Maintaining good health and overall well-being is something everyone should strive for, and that includes taking care of oral hygiene and dental health. For this reason, pursuing a career in the oral healthcare...