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Academy of Learning Career College

5650-23 Avenue, Edmonton AB

Possible funding to those who qualify*

  • Alberta Student Aid Program
  • Second Career
  • Loans
  • Grants
  • Bursaries
  • Scholarships
  • Woodstock BMO
  • BC Student Aid

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

  • Admission Requirements

      • Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent; OR
      • 18 years of age or older with successful completion of the Mature Student Admission Test, Wonderlic SLE with a minimum score of 18; AND
      • Completion of Wonderlic BST with a minimum score of 18; AND
      • Adequate level of physical health to be able to fulfill job requirements; AND
      • Good command of the English language – both written and verbal
      • Completion of standard registration form

    Program Highlights

    With the aging population, the tremendous advancements in technology, and our demand for the best quality of life, the healthcare industry is facing a growing shortage of well-trained personnel. Throughout the North American healthcare industry, there is an acute need to increase the size of the workforce and raise the skill level of that workforce. This program is designed to provide employment-ready and comprehensively trained graduates. Successful graduates will earn the Certified Medical Assisting Professional (CMAP) designation in addition to their diploma. These graduates are fully qualified to work in a hands-on administrative and clinical support capacity in the medical industry.

    Career Opportunities

    Graduates of this program are qualified to work in a wide variety of healthcare settings and occupations. Job titles vary per location, but graduates are an integral part of many healthcare settings, including:

    • Physicians’ offices, clinics, and mental healthcare and allied healthcare centres
    • Walk-in care centres
    • Ambulatory clinics
    • Complementary and alternative medicine clinics (e.g., chiropractic and acupuncture centres)
    • Long-term and extended care departments
    • Medical research facilities
    • Medical laboratory and diagnostic imaging centres
    • Physiotherapy and occupational therapy clinics
    • Group homes and community living societies
    • Fitness and wellness centres
    • Hospital admissions and E.R. departments (e.g., switchboard, information, and patient registration)
    • Ambulatory and outpatient departments
    • Laboratory and x-ray departments
    • Medical finance and administrative departments
    • Booking and O.R. bed booking
    • Health records departments

  • About the Program

    The Payroll Accounting Professional diploma program prepares you to supervise payroll departments in banks, financial institutions, insurance companies, and public/private sector organizations. In 46 weeks with flexible scheduling, you'll master basic and complex payroll practices, qualifying to apply for both Payroll Administrator and Payroll Supervisor certifications from the National Payroll Institute.

    What You'll Learn

    • 46 weeks flexible scheduling - full-time attendance at convenient times across 6 Alberta locations (Calgary, Edmonton, Medicine Hat, Red Deer)
    • Advanced payroll & accounting expertise - Sage 50 Premium Accounting, QuickBooks Premier, Payroll Compliance Legislation, Payroll Fundamentals 1 & 2, Payroll Administrator and Payroll Supervisor certification eligibility
    • Comprehensive Microsoft Office & business systems - intermediate Word and Excel, basic Access and Outlook, keyboarding (40 WPM), automated payroll systems
    • Office management & communication skills - Office Procedures Levels 1 & 2, Basic Bookkeeping Levels 1 & 2, Business Math, business correspondence, Business Supervisory Skills, telephone communication, customer service, employment success strategies

    Career Opportunities

    Roles: Payroll Supervisor, Accounting Supervisor, Bookkeeping Supervisor in banks, financial institutions, insurance companies, public and private sectors earning $39,675-$67,027

    Why it matters: Build advanced supervisory skills for payroll and accounting roles—every organization needs qualified professionals managing complex payroll compliance and financial operations

  • Admission Requirements

      • Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, OR
      • 18 years of age or older with successful completion of the Mature Students Admissions Test, Wonderlic SLE with minimum 18 score; AND
      • Completion of Wonderlic SLE with minimum 18 score; AND
      • Adequate level of physical health to be able to fulfill job requirements; AND
      • Good command of the English language – both written and verbal; AND
      • Completion of standard registration form

    Program Highlights

    With the aging population, the tremendous advancements in technology, and our demand for the best quality of life, the healthcare industry is facing a growing shortage of well trained personnel. Throughout the North American healthcare industry, there is an acute need to increase the size of the workforce, and raise the skill level of that workforce. This program is designed to provide employment-ready and comprehensively trained graduates. Successful graduates will achieve the Certified Medical Assisting Professional (CMAP) designation in addition to their diploma. These graduates are fully qualified to work in a hands-on administrative and clinical support capacity in the medical industry.

    Career Opportunities

    Graduates of this program are qualified to work in a wide variety of healthcare settings and occupations. Job titles vary per location, but graduates are an integral part of many healthcare settings, including:

    • Physicians’ Offices, Clinics, Mental Healthcare and Allied Health Care Centres
    • Walk-in Care Centres
    • Ambulatory Clinics
    • Complementary and Alternative Medicine Clinics such as Chiropractic and Acupuncture Centres
    • Long Term and Extended Care Departments
    • Medical Research Facilities
    • Medical Laboratory and Diagnostic Imaging Centres
    • Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Clinics
    • Group Homes and Community Living Societies
    • Wellness and Fitness Centres
    • Hospital Admissions and E.R. Departments, such as Switchboard, Information, and Patient Registration
    • Ambulatory and Outpatient Departments
    • Laboratory and X-Ray Departments
    • PMedical Finance and Administrative Departments
    • Booking, O.R. Bed Booking
    • Various Hospital Departments as a Health Unit Coordinator such as:
    • Nursing
    • Surgery
    • Blood Bank
    • Specialty Clinics
    • Rehabilitation
    • Geriatrics
    • Diabetes

Human & Social Services, CSW Programs

  • About the Program

    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.

    What You'll Learn

    • Specialized addictions training - complete Addictions Worker Levels 1, 2, and 3 plus introduction to mental health and addictions, case management, counselling, ethics, working with at-risk populations
    • CSW clinical foundations - psychology fundamentals, sociology and family life, life-span development, criminology, business communication and report writing, government and social services
    • Professional certifications - Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer (Level C) CPR certification, Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook), job search strategies
    • Clinical placement - hands-on preceptorship at approved facility, available at 6 BC locations: Kamloops, Kelowna, Nanaimo, North Vancouver, Vancouver Broadway Station, Victoria Westshore

    Career Opportunities

    Roles: Addictions Worker, Community Service Worker in rehabilitation centres, public/private addictions counselling clinics, mental health centres, substance abuse centres, youth protection services, correctional facilities, hospitals, community housing, emergency relief services earning $33,677-$71,111

    Why it matters: Fill critical roles in addictions support—specialized training opens doors to higher-paying positions in growing sectors addressing substance abuse, mental health, and community rehabilitation needs

  • 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.

    What You'll Learn

    • CSW clinical knowledge - psychology fundamentals, sociology, mental health and addictions, life-span development, criminology, at-risk populations, case management, counselling, ethics, government and social services
    • Business communication skills - business communication and report writing, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook), keyboarding, professional development, job search strategies
    • Healthcare certifications - Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer (Level C) CPR certification included in program
    • 75-hour clinical placement - hands-on preceptorship at approved CSW facility, available at 7 BC locations including Kamloops, Kelowna, Nanaimo, North Vancouver, Surrey, Vancouver, Victoria

    Career Opportunities

    Roles: Community Service Worker in youth centres, individual and family services, civic organizations, out-patient care centres, vocational rehabilitation, educational services, community food and housing, emergency relief services earning $28,502-$48,307

    Why it matters: Address the growing workforce shortage in social services—with an aging population and increasing demand for quality care, well-trained CSWs are essential across healthcare and community support sectors

Technology, Networking Programs

  • About the Program

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

    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 Windows operating system proficiency
    • CompTIA industry certifications - CompTIA A+ Certification (220-1001 and 220-1002 for PC troubleshooting), CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Server+, CompTIA Security+ preparing you for globally-recognized credentials
    • Business and office skills - Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook), Project Management Fundamentals Level 1, Business Correspondence, Customer Service, job search and employment strategies
    • Flexible scheduling with high standards - 75% average required for graduation, available at 17 Ontario campus locations including Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Ottawa, Hamilton, Kingston

    Career Opportunities

    Roles: Network Administrator, Network Support Technician, LAN Administrator, LAN Technician, Hardware Installation Coordinator, Network Operator earning $39,447-$81,618

    Why it matters: Strong IT job growth expected—skilled network administrators are critical for managing infrastructure as businesses expand digital operations and cybersecurity needs increase

Edmonton South Campus

Welcome to AOLCC Edmonton South

The Edmonton South Academy of Learning Career College is conveniently located at the Millwoods Town Centre. The friendly staff welcomes new students and ensures an enjoyable learning environment for all. Academy of Learning Career College specializes in career and business training in a variety of areas, including many technical and medically oriented programs. Since 1987, Academy of Learning Career College’s unique Integrated Learning™ System has trained Canadians with skills for a brighter future. Our strength comes from flexible scheduling, continuous enrollment and a self-paced learning environment. Academy of Learning Career College strives to provide students with tools to succeed in an ever-changing workplace. Contact us to discuss your future and how Academy of Learning Career College’s full range of diploma and certificate programs can help you succeed.

*All student funding, whether made available privately or through various government branches, is only approved to those who qualify, by the original source of funding. There are many criteria that each candidate must meet to be approved. Schools can only inform you of what may be available.
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