Programs offered at each campus may vary, so be sure to check other campus offerings for the course you are most interested in.
Accounting and payroll administrators are valuable members of many businesses. CDI College's Accounting and Payroll Administrator program prepares you to excel in this in-demand career.
The program places an emphasis on providing a strong foundation of general accounting principles, along with the specific, industry-standard software you will use in the field.
You will also explore courses in advanced accounting and business studies. You will get up-to-date training on the latest versions of today's accounting software and general office programs like Excel, MS Word and Outlook.
You will also complete the requirements for the National Payroll Institute payroll certification programs, which provide a foundation of payroll techniques and principles.
Owing to increasingly powerful desktop computers and office software, businesses are relying on a few key people to perform the multitude of administrative duties that previously required many clerical staff. These key administrators are highly organized and well trained in leading edge office automation technology.
The aim of the Business Administrative Professional diploma program is to provide you with a combination of office administration skills and technology. This combination includes general office administration, management and the operational skills needed to take charge as a cutting edge Business Administrative Professional.
In the Business and Digital Marketing Management diploma program, you will gain a solid understanding of the business skills required for working in entry-level business management positions or for operating your own business. The 21st century digital, mobile, and social media landscape has transformed how businesses market, promote, and sell their products and services, and manage their client relations.
The program will explore social media and digital marketing, selling, and analytical practices that have evolved from the exponential growth of digital media communication while also exploring the various social media platforms and tools and how these tools can be incorporated by marketers and managers to promote and expand their business and connect with their customers.
This program will provide graduates with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to plan, analyze and execute e-media marketing campaigns as part of a business based digital marketing and management strategy. Students will learn the skills and business analytics necessary to effectively use advanced digital tools and techniques that are now an essential component of effective digital marketing strategies.
Delivery Method: in-class, distance or combined delivery.
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*From an English-language teaching institution.
**19 years of age upon starting classes and Pass the college's admissions test.
This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.
Ready for a rewarding career in the world of business? Thanks to CDI College's Human Resource and Payroll Coordinator program, you can gain the in-demand skills needed to start a new career in human resources and payroll in under one year. In this program, delivered online and on campus, you will learn fundamental human resources topics including employment law, organizational behaviour, training, compensation, and more.
You will also receive hands-on training in Sage 50 software, bookkeeping, and current accounting and payroll practices. Also, as part of the program, you will complete two practicum placements that will give you valuable real-world experience. Upon graduation, you will be ready to work as a human resources and payroll professional.
CDI College's Medical Office Administration diploma program is meant for students with an interest in science, medicine, and working with the public. Graduates of this program are employed in a variety of work environments including hospitals, private medical practices, and clinics.
The program covers fundamental office procedures and technology such as information processing, business procedures, keyboarding, and Microsoft Word and Excel programs. It also teaches medical office-specific skills like human anatomy, medical terminology, and medical machine transcription. Students are able to put these skills into practice through a mandatory practicum in a real-world medical office.
Students continue to be supported after graduation through our Career and Employment Services department, which assists with job search and interviewing skills, employer expectations, and resume preparation.
The Social Media and Web Marketing diploma program at CDI College gives you the focused, relevant marketing career training you need to start an exciting new career.
In the program, you'll learn the keys of digital marketing on major platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, along with Reddit, Snapchat, and other emerging new channels.
Throughout the social media training portion of the program, your instructors will place a strong emphasis on developing your knowledge of analytics and statistics, with the goal of understanding the importance of data in planning and executing marketing plans.
Additionally, you'll sharpen your skills in content creation, outreach, and social media aggregation tools, as well as multimedia and video marketing, ensuring your education is well-rounded.
A major focus of the Social Media and Web Marketing program is learning to grow your clients' marketing reach with quality Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Search Engine Marketing (SEM) training.
In addition to your SEO and SEM training, you'll also gain expertise in business analytics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), so you'll gain an understanding of tracking return on investment (ROI) via the various customer relationship management (CRM) tools used by marketing professionals to disseminate web analytics each day.
As part of your career training in the Social Media and Web Marketing diploma program, you'll take part in a six-week, 180-hour practicum placement, working with experienced marketers in a real-world environment, giving you valuable work experience prior to graduation.
The marketing industry is growing, and talented digital professionals with a skill set relevant to the demands of employers are in high demand. Start training for your exciting new career in the Social Media and Web Marketing diploma program at CDI College.
This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.
Working with at-risk youth is a challenging, but rewarding career path which involves collaborating with other mental health and community service workers to help society's most vulnerable young people thrive. If you're looking to make a difference in the lives of youth, CDI College's Child and Youth Services Worker diploma program is for you.
Child and Youth Services Workers are indispensable in Alberta's healthcare system. In a given day, you will be working under the supervision of counsellors, dealing with many different issues affecting children and youth.
The Child and Youth Services worker program gives you hands-on, job-ready training helping at-risk youth with family concerns, legal issues, access and success in education, physical and mental health, and addictions.
Split into two parts, the Child and Youth Services Worker program first focuses on the community services worker part of your diploma, with courses in social service work, professional communication, working with families, diversity and social justice, as well as the fundamentals of poverty, addiction, and mental health.
The second part of the program focuses on child and youth services, and includes training in child development, including trauma, grief and loss, advocacy and empowerment of youth, the youth and social welfare systems in Canada, interviewing techniques, youth justice issues, and youth diversity.
Additionally, you'll take part in a 100-hour practicum placement, where you'll get the opportunity to test your skills in the field under the supervision of experienced child and youth services workers.
The increased reliance on computer systems, the internet, connected technologies and smart devices has made cybersecurity a critical concern for organizations and individuals alike. Keeping devices, data and information secure and protected from risks and vulnerabilities is a critical area of activity for all organizations.
This has led to an ever-growing increase in demand for individuals possessing the skills to assess, plan and implement a cybersecurity defense strategy. The 76-week Cybersecurity Specialist program can give you the training you need to pursue a career in helping to secure networked computer systems and their users.
Your courses will cover everything you need to know about managing networks and computers, cybersecurity techniques, digital forensics, and more. You'll also get prepared to write exams for valuable industry certifications, including: Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) A+, Net+, Security+, CySA+, PenTest+; Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA); and Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE).
Upon graduation, you'll be ready to use your cyber security skills working for organizations of all sizes.
This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.
The Network Systems Administrator program focuses on preparing students to manage and maintain computers and network installations. Students will develop technical skills in network installation, maintenance, and management, as well as implementation and operation of computer services.
In addition to developing a solid foundation in Information Technology skills, you will participate in a work placement program. The program also prepares students to write certification exams for Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) A+, Net+, Security+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS), and Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP).
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*From an English-language teaching institution.
**19 years of age upon starting classes and Pass the college's admissions test.
This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.
The Network Systems Management program explores the design, implementation, management, and maintenance of computers and network installations. With companies big and small in need of well-trained network systems managers, graduates of this program will have a variety of job opportunities available.
CDI College's Web and Mobile Application Development diploma program has the focused, relevant training you need to launch a new career in app development.
As your skills grow and you improve your grasp on the language-specific syntax and coding requirements to translate logical program design, you'll be able to create fully-functional applications for computers, the web, or mobile devices.
In the program, you'll gain a solid understanding of what goes into building the next killer app, including foundational training in logic, program flow, programming constrcuts, and problem solving processes, before moving into the specific programming languages used in application development.
A significant part of the program involves learning and mastering the various programming languages used by app developers, including: C#, Java, ASP.net, JavaScript, JQuery, PHP/MySQL, HTML5, CSS, Linux, Python, Android, and Swift, just to name a few.
Start training for the career you want. Get the skills you need in the Web and Mobile Application Development diploma program at CDI College.
This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.
CDI College's Dental Assisting diploma program prepares students to compete for great jobs in the dental industry. The program covers all elements of dental care, pharmacology, oral pathology, and dental radiography. Students learn how to prepare patients for treatment, assist dentists during treatment, process radiographs, perform infection control procedures, maintain patient records, and handle other general administrative duties. Students study environmental health and safety and oral facial science, along with other core dentistry subjects.
CDI College's Dental Assisting program is the only private Dental Assisting program in BC that is accredited by the Commission of Dental Accreditation of Canada (CDAC). The program provides both comprehensive and intensive education and training leading to a career as a Certified Dental Assistant. Students are exposed to activities that utilize the advances in the practice of dentistry. Graduates of this program are eligible to become a candidate for the National Dental Assisting Board Examination (NDAEB), which is a mandatory component for licensure and registration with the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia. Historically, graduates of the Dental Assisting Program received between 97%-100% passing rate in the NDAEB since its implementation in 2007.
Note: The Burnaby, Surrey, and Victoria campuses have received full accreditation.
*From an English-language teaching institution
**19 years of age upon starting classes and Pass the college's admissions test
This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.
CDI College’s Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) program is the best way to get job-ready training for a fulfilling and lucrative career in massage.
Becoming an RMT requires hands-on training, and in the Registered Massage Therapy program at CDI College, you’ll be fully prepared to provide massage therapy services to clients with differing needs – everyone from slip-and-fall injuries to long-term degenerative conditions.
In your massage therapy courses, you will learn about human anatomy and physiology, surgery, medications, nutrition, therapeutic exercise, hydrotherapy, arthrology, RMT regulation and business practices, and more.
As part of your massage therapy training, you’ll apply your knowledge and skills in the Student Clinic, working closely with clinic supervisors and interacting with clients, giving you on-the-job experience before you graduate.
Upon graduation, you’ll have all the specific competencies listed in the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia (CMTBC) Occupational Competency Profile, ensuring you’ll be prepared to successfully complete the CMTCB registration exams.
This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.
If you are interested in helping children and youth who require extra support to achieve their full potential, assist teachers in early childhood settings or elementary and secondary schools, or help children and youth in the community, the Education Assistant diploma program is designed for you.
With a focus on the individual’s social and educational needs in an inclusive environment, students are prepared to change people’s lives through caring, education, and promotion of healthful, purposeful lives.
Through theory and practice, case studies, specialized training, and work experience practice, graduates are well-prepared and equipped to enter the field of special education.
CDI College's Calgary North campus provides yet another opportunity for students looking to further their education.
Found five minutes east of the downtown core just off Memorial Drive at 36th Street, the Calgary North campus is located in a new modern facility with state-of-the-art equipment, ample parking, and ready access to the LRT.