Professional Program Tuition Fees

2026 – 2027

Program fees in Canadian dollars for the 2026–2027 academic year.
Program Domestic
Program Fees
International
Program Fees
Education Assistant Professional Certificate $7,773.00 $8,950.00
Human Services Professional Diploma $15,672.00 $18,076.00
Practical Nurse Professional Diploma — Term 1 $24,621.00 $28,720.00
Practical Nurse Professional Diploma — Term 2 $24,163.00 $28,262.00
Practical Nurse Professional Diploma — Total $48,784.00 $56,982.00
Health Care Aide Professional Certificate $10,918.00 $12,809.00
Dental Assistant Professional Diploma $24,535.00 $28,866.00

Please note: Program fees include the Student Services Fee of $75.00, tuition, and all learner resources.

  • Program fees combine tuition, the student services fee, and other learning material costs. Learning material costs may include printed instructional materials, textbooks, lab facility expenses, equipment, maintenance, and lab supplies.
  • All program fees are listed in Canadian dollars.
  • Academic-related fees are exempt from the federal Goods and Services Tax. Extra-curricular activities (such as specialized field trips or additional seminars) and specialty items in a particular program or course may carry additional charges.
  • Miscellaneous fees for small items such as binders, calculators, and home lab materials may apply to some Columbia College courses and are the responsibility of the student.
  • Your registration is not complete until all tuition and related program fees are paid in full.
  • If you are applying for a Government Student Loan, contact your Admissions Advisor before applying online.