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Academy of Learning Career College

#220 – 4351 No. 3 Rd., Richmond BC

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

  • About the Program

    The Accounting and Payroll Administrator diploma program equips you with skills to supervise payroll departments in banks, financial institutions, and public/private sector organizations. In 49 weeks with flexible scheduling, you'll master payroll practices, accounting procedures, and become eligible for Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification from the National Payroll Institute.

    What You'll Learn

    • 49 weeks flexible scheduling - full-time or part-time options with day, evening, or weekend sessions at 7 BC locations
    • Accounting & payroll expertise - Basic Bookkeeping Levels 1 & 2, Sage 50 Premium Accounting, Payroll Fundamentals Levels 1 & 2, Payroll Compliance Legislation, PCP certification eligibility
    • Microsoft Office proficiency - intermediate Word and Excel, basic Access and Outlook, Windows operating system
    • Business & supervisory skills - business correspondence, office procedures, customer service, supervisory skills, employment success strategies, job search techniques

    Career Opportunities

    Roles: Payroll Supervisor, Accounting Supervisor, Bookkeeping Supervisor in banks, financial institutions, insurance companies, public and private sectors earning $35,375-$59,987

    Why it matters: Build essential supervisory skills for payroll and accounting roles—every organization needs qualified professionals managing 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 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

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.

    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

Richmond Campus

Welcome to AOLCC Richmond

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.

*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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