Programs offered at each campus may vary, so be sure to check other campus offerings for the course you are most interested in.
CDI College's Accounting and Payroll Administration program, offered at five Alberta campuses and fully online, builds a solid foundation in general office skills, bookkeeping, computerized accounting, and payroll. You'll graduate job-ready with practical expertise employers across Alberta look for from day one.
Roles: Accounting Assistant, Payroll Clerk, Bookkeeper, Office Administrator in Alberta businesses, accounting firms, and public organizations
Why it matters: Every organization needs accurate books and on-time payroll regardless of the economy. Alberta employers consistently hire graduates who arrive already fluent in the software and processes their offices run on.
Businesses today rely on a few highly skilled administrators who can run the office and keep everything moving. CDI College's Business Administrative Professional diploma gives you that range — general office administration, management fundamentals, and the operational skills employers are actually looking for.
Roles: You'll be ready for roles as an office administrator, administrative assistant, or operations support professional.
Why it matters: As mobile apps and office software keep evolving, employers increasingly need administrators who can manage the whole picture, not just individual tasks.
CDI College Alberta programs are licensed under the province's Private Vocational Training Act.
CDI College's Human Resources Administration diploma preps you to excel as an HR assistant or officer in a modern HR department. Over 43 weeks, you'll cover the fundamentals of HR alongside general office administration, then put it to work through a five-week practicum placement.
Roles: You'll graduate ready for entry-level roles as an HR assistant, HR administrator, or HR officer.
Why it matters: Every organization needs people who can hire, train, and retain talent well, which keeps HR skills in steady demand across industries.
CDI College Alberta programs are licensed under the province's Private Vocational Training Act.
Petroleum companies need administrators who know the industry, not just office software. CDI College's Oil and Gas Administration diploma gives you vital administrative and clerical skills over 43 weeks, with a heavy emphasis on the terminology and practices specific to the petroleum sector.
Roles: You'll be prepared for administrative roles at large oil and gas firms or smaller companies that need broad industry knowledge.
Why it matters: Alberta's oil and gas sector runs on skilled administrative support, and industry-specific training gives you an edge over general office candidates.
CDI College Alberta programs are licensed under the province's Private Vocational Training Act.
CDI College's Human Resources and Payroll Coordinator program—at three Alberta campuses and fully online—trains you for the twin functions every organization runs on: managing people and paying them correctly.
Roles: HR Coordinator, Payroll Coordinator, HR Administrator in Alberta corporations, agencies, and public-sector organizations
Why it matters: Employers increasingly want one professional who understands both HR and payroll rather than two who understand half each—and Alberta's online delivery option lets you train for that dual role from anywhere in the province.
CDI College's Hospitality Business Management diploma builds the problem-solving skills the hospitality industry actually needs. In 43 weeks, you'll learn to manage a hospitality business from the front office to food and beverage, backed by a practicum placement in a real hospitality setting.
Roles: You'll graduate ready for roles as a restaurant manager, lodging manager, attractions manager, or event manager.
Why it matters: Alberta's hospitality and tourism sector is one of the province's largest industries, and this diploma gets you management-ready skills faster than a traditional degree.
CDI College Alberta programs are licensed under the province's Private Vocational Training Act.
Turn your love of travel into a career. CDI College's Travel and Tourism diploma gets you job-ready in 43 weeks for a role as a travel agent, tour guide, or ticket agent, in an industry with real global opportunities.
Roles: You'll graduate ready for roles as a travel agent, travel counsellor, reservations agent, tour guide, or airline ticketing agent.
Why it matters: This program is endorsed by the Association of Canadian Travel Agencies, giving you industry credibility from day one in a field with worldwide opportunities.
CDI College Alberta programs are licensed under the province's Private Vocational Training Act.
The Cybersecurity Technician diploma at CDI College is available at campuses across BC, Alberta, Ontario, and Manitoba (and online), giving you comprehensive training in cybersecurity techniques, digital forensics, and the skills to defend any organization's systems.
Roles: Cybersecurity Technician, IT Security Technician, Security Operations Support in businesses and public-sector organizations across Canada
Why it matters: Cybersecurity is one of few fields where demand grows every year regardless of the economy, and seven certification exam preparations in one diploma is a credential stack most junior roles only list two or three of.
The Network Systems Engineer with Internship diploma takes CDI College's network engineering program and adds a formal internship—real on-the-job engineering experience before graduation. Available across BC, Alberta, Ontario, and Manitoba campuses and online.
Roles: Network Systems Engineer, IT Infrastructure Analyst, Systems Network Specialist across Canadian enterprises, MSPs, and public-sector IT
Why it matters: The internship converts your diploma into an employment record before you graduate—in a field where employers consistently ask for experience, arriving with certified skills and documented practice time is a decisive advantage.
CDI College's dental programs are among the most sought-after educational offerings available. These programs are led by experienced practitioners and feature practical training in cutting-edge laboratories, ensuring students acquire the essential skills for success in the dental field.
Jumpstart your dental career with education from an institution dedicated to helping you achieve tangible results. CDI College is committed to providing consistent, high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment to help you reach your professional goals. In contrast to overcrowded lecture halls, CDI College offers smaller class sizes, allowing instructors to provide focused feedback and personalized attention to help you hone your skills effectively. Moreover, with no waiting lists, you can begin your educational journey without delay.
This approach combines industry-relevant training, expert instruction, modern facilities, and a supportive learning environment to prepare students for successful careers in dentistry. The emphasis on practical skills, individualized attention, and immediate program access sets CDI College's dental programs apart as an attractive option for aspiring dental professionals.
CDI College's Pharmacy Assistant program—at the Calgary City Centre, Edmonton City Centre, and Red Deer campuses plus online in Alberta—teaches you to fill prescription orders and keep a pharmacy's systems running accurately.
Roles: Pharmacy Assistant in Alberta community pharmacies, grocery and chain drugstores, and hospital pharmacies
Why it matters: Alberta's pharmacies serve a growing population across Calgary, Edmonton, and central Alberta, and assistants who arrive trained on real pharmacy workflows need less supervision from day one—exactly what busy pharmacists hire for.
Guiding people through alcohol and substance use challenges is demanding, meaningful work—and CDI College's Addictions and Community Services Worker program, at six Alberta campuses and fully online, prepares you for it with seasoned professional instructors.
Roles: Addictions Support Worker, Community Support Worker, Mental Health Assistant in Alberta rehabilitation centres, community health organizations, non-profits, and government services
Why it matters: Alberta communities face rising demand for addictions and mental health support, and trained workers who can assess needs, plan treatment, and intervene safely are hired across every part of the province's social services network.
CDI College's Paralegal diploma—at four Alberta campuses and online—trains you for the research, drafting, and case-management work that keeps law firms running, under the supervision of licensed lawyers.
Roles: Paralegal, Legal Researcher, Case Management Assistant in Calgary and Edmonton law firms, corporate legal departments, and government legal offices
Why it matters: Alberta's legal sector runs on paralegals doing the substantive preparation behind every file, and professional associations like the Alberta Association of Professional Paralegals give the career a growing professional identity in the province.
Find yourself studying in the heart of the city at the CDI College's Calgary City Centre campus.
Despite its urban location, the campus is just steps away from Elbow River and within walking distance of local parks, which makes it the perfect stress-relieving escape in between studying.
Students will find multiple shopping centres near the campus, with access to restaurants, cafes, stationery stores, and much more.
At CDI College, we want your student experience to be as comfortable as possible, which is why our campuses are so conveniently located.