Programs offered at each campus may vary, so be sure to check other campus offerings for the course you are most interested in.
The Accounting and Payroll Administrator diploma program equips you with the skills and knowledge to supervise payroll departments in banks, financial institutions, insurance companies, and public/private sector organizations across British Columbia. In 49 weeks with flexible scheduling options, you'll master payroll practices, accounting procedures, and become eligible to apply for the Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification from the National Payroll Institute.
This program combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, preparing you to maintain complete sets of books, process payroll accurately, and manage accounting operations. You'll gain proficiency in Sage 50 Premium Accounting and Microsoft Office Suite while developing supervisory and business communication skills essential for leadership roles.
Full-time students attend required hours per week at convenient times. Part-time students set their own schedules with minimum two sessions weekly during day, evening, or weekend hours—perfect for balancing work and study.
Accounting and Payroll Administrators are employed by banks, financial institutions, insurance companies, and establishments throughout public and private sectors.
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Salary Range: $35,375 – $59,987 annually (Information from PayScale Canada)
The Medical Office Assistant with Health Unit Coordinator Specialty diploma program combines medical administrative skills with specialized hospital unit coordination training while earning your Certified Medical Assisting Professional (CMAP) designation. In 50 weeks, you'll master medical office procedures, hospital administrative protocols, clinical skills, and complete a clinical placement to work in physicians' offices, clinics, hospitals, and healthcare settings across Alberta.
This dual-specialization program goes beyond standard medical office training to include comprehensive hospital unit coordination competencies. You'll learn to manage nursing units, process medication and laboratory orders, coordinate emergency response protocols, and support hospital departments including nursing, surgery, blood bank, specialty clinics, rehabilitation, geriatrics, and diabetes care—dramatically expanding your career opportunities in healthcare settings.
Graduate with three credentials in one program: Medical Office Assistant skills, Health Unit Coordinator certification (Levels 1, 2, and 3), plus your CMAP designation—opening doors to both medical office and hospital careers.
Medical Office Assistants with Health Unit Coordinator training work in physicians' offices, clinics, hospitals, and diverse healthcare settings supporting both administrative and clinical operations.
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Salary Range: $33,720 – $47,336 annually (Information from PayScale Canada)
The Medical Administrative Assistant certificate program provides you with in-depth knowledge of medical office procedures, communications, word processing, medical terminology, and medical billing. In 40 weeks, you'll become an integral part of the medical community, assisting healthcare teams by building trust and creating safe environments for patients and their families while performing a variety of administrative duties across BC's healthcare settings.
This office-focused program emphasizes administrative excellence in medical environments. You'll gain proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite at intermediate levels, master medical receptionist practical simulations, develop help desk and call centre skills, and build the customer service expertise essential for front-office healthcare operations—preparing you for administrative roles in doctors' offices, hospitals, clinics, and diverse medical settings.
Focus on administrative excellence with intermediate Microsoft Office proficiency, medical receptionist simulations, help desk skills, and comprehensive customer service training—perfect for those seeking front-office medical careers in BC.
Medical Administrative Assistants work in doctors' offices, hospitals, medical clinics, pharmaceutical companies, government health agencies, and a variety of other medical office settings as integral members of healthcare delivery teams.
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Salary Range: $25,868 – $49,368 annually (Information from PayScale Canada)
The Community Service Worker diploma program prepares you to administer social assistance programs and community services while helping clients address personal and social problems. In 32 weeks, you'll gain comprehensive knowledge, computer skills, and complete a 75-hour clinical placement at an approved facility to become permanently employable in social service settings across British Columbia.
This program addresses the growing workforce shortage in social services by providing comprehensive training in psychology, sociology, mental health, addictions, criminology, and case management. You'll develop the skills to work with at-risk populations, provide counselling and ethical support, and navigate government and social services systems while gaining Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification essential for community service roles in BC.
Graduate with Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer (Level C) CPR certification included in the program—essential credentials for community service work and emergency situations in BC healthcare and social service settings.
Community Service Workers are integral parts of social service organizations, providing essential support to individuals, families, and communities facing various challenges.
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Salary Range: $28,502 – $48,307 annually (Information from PayScale Canada)
The Community Service Worker with Addictions Worker Specialty diploma program equips you to administer social assistance programs while specializing in addictions counselling and support. In 45 weeks, you'll combine comprehensive CSW training with specialized Addictions Worker Levels 1, 2, and 3 certification, plus clinical placement experience to work in rehabilitation centres, addictions clinics, mental health agencies, and community service settings across BC.
This specialized program goes beyond general community services to provide advanced training in mental health and addictions support. You'll master case management, counselling techniques, and evidence-based practices for working with individuals facing substance abuse, concurrent disorders, and complex mental health challenges—while gaining the foundational CSW competencies in psychology, sociology, criminology, and working with at-risk populations.
Complete Addictions Worker Levels 1, 2, and 3 certification alongside CSW training—specialized credentials that open doors to higher-paying positions in growing sectors addressing substance abuse, mental health, and community rehabilitation needs.
Addictions Workers and specialized Community Service Workers fill critical roles in rehabilitation centres, mental health facilities, and community support organizations.
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Salary Range: $33,677 – $71,111 annually (Information from PayScale Canada)
The Network Administrator diploma program equips you to plan, install, and manage communications network services in information systems across BC's growing IT sector. In 67 weeks structured across two academic years, you'll master Windows Server administration, earn preparation for CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+), and develop network troubleshooting expertise to maintain infrastructure, evaluate hardware and software alternatives, monitor performance, and handle non-routine technical problems.
This comprehensive two-year program provides in-depth knowledge of evaluating communications hardware, software, and transmission service alternatives against changing business requirements. You'll learn to maintain links with network suppliers, monitor network performance, provide systems support, localize and rectify network faults, handle complex user problems, and deliver service that complies with statutory standards and strategic plans—with specialized training in both Windows 10 and Windows Server 2012 administration.
Complete a structured Year 1 and Year 2 program covering PC troubleshooting, network fundamentals, Windows 10 administration, and advanced Windows Server 2012 configurations—building expertise progressively through practical applications and workplace success training.
Recent studies indicate strong growth in IT jobs, especially for skilled Computer and Network Operators, with excellent opportunities expected over the next few years.
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Salary Range: $39,897 – $79,129 annually (Information from PayScale Canada)