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Academy of Learning Career College

1551 Estevan Road, Suite 7, Nanaimo BC

Possible funding to those who qualify*

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  • Grants
  • Bursaries
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  • Woodstock BMO
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Programs

Programs offered at each campus may vary, so be sure to check other campus offerings for the course you are most interested in.

Business, Accounting, Marketing Programs

  • About the Program

    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.

    Flexible Scheduling for Working Professionals

    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.

    What You'll Learn

    • Accounting & payroll expertise - Sage 50 Premium Accounting, Payroll Fundamentals Levels 1 & 2, Payroll Compliance Legislation, Basic Bookkeeping Levels 1 & 2, and PCP certification eligibility through National Payroll Institute standards
    • Microsoft Office proficiency - Intermediate Microsoft Word and Excel, basic Microsoft Access and Outlook, Windows operating system competency, plus database management and practical applications
    • Business communication & supervisory skills - Grammar Essentials for Business Writing, Business Correspondence Levels 1 & 2, Office Procedures Level 1, Customer Service, Business Verbal Communication, and Business Supervisory Skills for managing payroll and accounting teams
    • Career readiness - Employment Success Strategies, Job Search and Résumé Writing, Thought Patterns for a Successful Career, plus hands-on simulations and drills (2 units of Practical Applications)

    Career Opportunities

    Accounting and Payroll Administrators are employed by banks, financial institutions, insurance companies, and establishments throughout public and private sectors.

    Career paths include:

    • Payroll Supervisor - Oversee payroll operations and ensure compliance with legislation
    • Accounting Supervisor - Manage accounting teams and financial reporting processes
    • Bookkeeping Supervisor - Lead bookkeeping staff and maintain accurate financial records

    Salary Range: $35,375 – $59,987 annually (Information from PayScale Canada)

  • About the Program

    The Medical Office Assistant diploma program prepares you for administrative and clinical support roles in healthcare settings while earning your Certified Medical Assisting Professional (CMAP) designation. In 48 weeks, you'll master medical office procedures, clinical skills, and complete a clinical placement to work in physicians' offices, clinics, hospitals, and diverse healthcare environments across Manitoba.

    This comprehensive program combines medical administrative knowledge with hands-on clinical competencies, preparing you to provide both front-office support and clinical assistance in healthcare settings. You'll gain proficiency in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, electronic health records (EHR/EMR), and clinical procedures while developing the office technology skills essential for modern medical environments.

    Earn Your CMAP Designation

    Graduate with the Certified Medical Assisting Professional (CMAP) designation, demonstrating you're fully qualified to work in hands-on administrative and clinical support capacity across the medical industry.

    What You'll Learn

    • Medical administrative foundations - Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology Parts 1 and 2, medical office procedures, medical transcription, patient registration and scheduling, filing methods, billing and collection procedures, coding and claims processing, plus EHR and EMR systems
    • Clinical competencies - Clinical procedures, aseptic concepts and infection control, vital signs monitoring, First Aid and CPR Level C certification, exam room preparation, electrocardiography principles, WHMIS workplace safety, and clinical laboratory divisions and requisitions
    • Office technology proficiency - Microsoft Office Suite including Word Levels 1-3, Excel, Access, and Outlook, keyboarding Levels 1 and 2, Basic Bookkeeping, and comprehensive job search strategies for healthcare careers
    • Clinical placement experience - Hands-on clinical placement at an approved healthcare facility, providing real-world experience and networking opportunities at Winnipeg North or Winnipeg South campus locations

    Career Opportunities

    Medical Office Assistants work in physicians' offices, clinics, hospitals, and diverse healthcare settings supporting patient care and administrative operations.

    Career paths include:

    • Medical Office Assistant - Provide administrative and clinical support in physicians' offices and clinics
    • Hospital Administrative Support - Work in admissions, E.R., laboratory, or x-ray departments managing patient records and clinical coordination
    • Healthcare Facility Coordinator - Support operations in walk-in care centres, diagnostic imaging, physiotherapy clinics, wellness centres, and health records departments

    Salary Range: $26,369 – $46,003 annually (Information from PayScale Canada)

  • About the Program

    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.

    Triple Credential Advantage

    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.

    What You'll Learn

    • Medical administrative and clinical foundations - Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology Parts 1 and 2, medical office procedures, medical transcription, clinical procedures, Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification for comprehensive healthcare support
    • Hospital unit coordination specialty - Health Unit Coordinator Levels 1, 2, and 3 covering nursing units, emergency response codes, infection control protocols, treatment procedures, mental disorders and treatments, workplace ethics, and processing medication, laboratory, and doctors' orders for hospital departments
    • Office technology proficiency - Microsoft Office Suite including Word Levels 1-3, Excel, Access, and Outlook, keyboarding Levels 1 and 2, Basic Bookkeeping Level 1, and comprehensive job search strategies tailored to healthcare careers
    • Clinical placement and Alberta access - Hands-on clinical placement experience at an approved healthcare facility, available at 6 Alberta campus locations: Calgary Central, Calgary Genesis Centre, Edmonton South, Edmonton West, Medicine Hat, and Red Deer

    Career Opportunities

    Medical Office Assistants with Health Unit Coordinator training work in physicians' offices, clinics, hospitals, and diverse healthcare settings supporting both administrative and clinical operations.

    Career paths include:

    • Medical Office Assistant - Provide administrative and clinical support in physicians' offices, clinics, and walk-in care centres
    • Health Unit Coordinator - Manage hospital nursing units, process orders, coordinate emergency responses in admissions, E.R., nursing, surgery, blood bank, specialty clinics, rehabilitation, geriatrics, and diabetes departments
    • Healthcare Facility Administrator - Support operations in medical labs, diagnostic imaging centres, physiotherapy clinics, group homes, and wellness centres

    Salary Range: $33,720 – $47,336 annually (Information from PayScale Canada)

Human & Social Services, CSW Programs

  • About the Program

    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 BC.

    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.

    Addressing Critical Workforce Needs

    With an aging population and increasing demand for quality care, well-trained Community Service Workers are essential across healthcare and community support sectors—creating strong employment opportunities for skilled professionals.

    What You'll Learn

    • CSW clinical knowledge - Psychology fundamentals, sociology, mental health and addictions, life-span development, criminology, at-risk populations, case management, counselling techniques, ethics, and comprehensive understanding of government and social services systems
    • Business communication skills - Business communication and report writing, Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook), keyboarding skills, professional development strategies, and comprehensive job search techniques
    • Healthcare certifications - Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer (Level C) CPR certification included in program, preparing you for emergency situations in community service settings
    • 75-hour clinical placement - Hands-on preceptorship at an approved CSW facility providing real-world experience, available at 7 BC campus locations: Kamloops, Kelowna, Nanaimo, North Vancouver, Surrey, Vancouver Broadway Station, and Victoria Westshore

    Career Opportunities

    Community Service Workers are integral parts of social service organizations, providing essential support to individuals, families, and communities facing various challenges.

    Career paths include:

    • Community Service Worker - Provide direct support in youth centres, individual and family services, and civic organizations
    • Support Specialist - Work in out-patient care centres, vocational rehabilitation services, and educational services supporting client needs
    • Program Coordinator - Manage community food and housing programs, emergency relief services, and social assistance initiatives

    Salary Range: $28,502 – $48,307 annually (Information from PayScale Canada)

Technology, Networking Programs

  • About the Program

    The Network Administrator diploma program equips you to plan, install, and manage communications network services in information systems across Ontario's growing IT sector. In 51 weeks, you'll master Windows Server administration, earn preparation for multiple CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Server+, Security+), and develop network troubleshooting expertise to maintain infrastructure, evaluate hardware and software alternatives, monitor performance, and handle non-routine technical problems.

    This comprehensive 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—preparing you for high-demand IT careers.

    Industry-Recognized Certifications

    Prepare for globally-recognized CompTIA certifications including A+ (220-1001 and 220-1002), Network+, Server+, and Security+—credentials that validate your expertise and open doors to network administration careers worldwide.

    What You'll Learn

    • Microsoft Server administration - Installation, Storage, and Compute with Windows Server 2016; Networking with Windows Server 2016; Identity with Windows Server 2016; plus advanced proficiency in Windows operating system environments for enterprise network management
    • CompTIA industry certifications - Comprehensive preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification (220-1001 and 220-1002 for PC troubleshooting), CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Server+, and CompTIA Security+ preparing you for globally-recognized IT credentials
    • Business and office skills - Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook), Project Management Fundamentals Level 1, Business Correspondence, Customer Service excellence, and comprehensive job search and employment strategies
    • High standards and flexibility - 75% average required for graduation demonstrating rigorous academic standards, available at 17 Ontario campus locations including Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Ottawa, Hamilton, and Kingston with flexible scheduling

    Career Opportunities

    Recent studies indicate strong growth in IT jobs, especially for skilled Computer and Network Operators, with excellent opportunities expected over the next few years.

    Career paths include:

    • Network Administrator - Manage network infrastructure, monitor performance, and ensure reliable communications services
    • Network Support Technician - Provide technical support, troubleshoot network issues, and maintain system reliability
    • LAN Administrator/Technician - Administer local area networks, coordinate hardware installations, and operate network systems

    Salary Range: $39,447 – $81,618 annually (Information from PayScale Canada)

Nanaimo Campus

Welcome to AOLCC Nanaimo

I’m Judy from Academy of Learning Career College – Nanaimo campus. Your path to a better future starts with figuring out the right job for your personality and then getting the necessary training. That’s where Academy of Learning Career College comes in. We’ll help you make the best career choice and then answer all your questions about getting the skills you need. Come in for a chat. I’ll assess your skills and interests and recommend a program that will lead to a career suited to you. And make sure you ask me about our AMAZING student referral program – because referrals are worthy of rewards! Call me to make a no-pressure appointment.

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