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Academy of Learning Career College

1043 2nd Avenue East, Owen Sound ON

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Business, Accounting, Marketing Programs

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Admission Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status. Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language and is able to follow instructions. An admissions interview will be administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest, motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program. Full-time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule and may do so at times convenient to them.

Program Highlights

The Administrative Assistant diploma program introduces students to office administration and its many facets in the business world. This program provides graduates with the necessary skills to compile, verify, record, and process forms and documents, such as applications, agreements, and letters, in accordance with established procedures, guidelines, and schedules. Students will have the opportunity to learn today’s most popular office software applications.

Career Opportunities

Skilled Administrative Assistants are in great demand in both large corporations and small independent businesses. All employers in all industry sectors require staff that possess strong office and software-related skills to perform their administrative functions. Administrative Assistants may move into supervisory office positions as their careers progress.
BUSINESS ACCOUNTING
Admission Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status. Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language and is able to follow instruction. An admissions interview will be administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest, motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program. Full-time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule and may do so at times convenient to them.

Program Highlights

The objective of this program is to provide the student with the opportunity to acquire knowledge of business concepts, as well as gain the necessary computerized accounting and office skills. This program provides graduates with the necessary skills to maintain complete sets of books, keep records of accounts, verify the procedures used for recording financial transactions, and provide personal bookkeeping services.
Career Opportunities

Careers in business accounting are continuously in high demand. Excellent opportunities exist for skilled persons in a variety of accounting related positions, including the role of accounting bookkeeper, across the public and private sectors.

Handles confidential budget information.

Processes financial reports and memoranda.

Deals with statistical and accounting data.

Maintains files and records.

Performs a wide range of office support functions
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Admission Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status. Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language and is able to follow instructions. An admissions interview will be administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest, motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program. Full-time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule and may do so at times convenient to them.

Program Highlights

The Business Administration diploma program is designed to prepare students for the demands of today’s fast-paced business environments. Its objective is to expose students to a vast array of business knowledge, management and administration skills, and practical tools that will assist them in addressing situations that arise within a business-related career. Courses focus on professional skills required by today’s employers, including knowledge of how businesses utilize technology, e-commerce, business correspondence, office procedures, project management, and employment success strategies. This program provides students with:

A solid foundation in basic principles of a business environment, including current computer applications, marketing, accounting and business law.

An introduction to the most relevant aspects of business management and administration.

Professional skills in high demand by employers. These skills include: teamwork, communication, customer service, leadership, research and problem solving.

A solid knowledge of business practices and principles. It also develops the student’s ability to relate and apply this knowledge to current social and economic conditions.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and accounting.

Please note that the focus of this program is to train individuals for entry-level support and/or management trainee positions. It will also provide the skills to progress into management-level careers, given the proper combination of skills, experience, and personal attributes.
Career Opportunities

This program provides the student with a range of business knowledge and skills which cross several disciplines, resulting in a well-rounded and highly skilled employee. Graduates of this program are prepared for a variety of entry-level administrative and management trainee positions in a broad range of employment settings, specializing in those areas of interest, experience, and greatest ability. Careers in accounting and finance, marketing, production, operations, human resources, and general administration are available to those students who possess the proper combination of business skills, experience, personal ability, and aptitude.
MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT
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

Creative Arts, Interactive, Sound Programs

GRAPHICS & WEB DESIGNER
Admission Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent. Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language and is able to follow instructions. An admissions interview will be administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest, motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program. Full-time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule and may do so at times convenient to them.

Program Highlights

This program provides students with the necessary skills and knowledge to build a graphics & web design foundation, learn industry-standard software programs, and produce a well-rounded and exciting portfolio. Students learn how to plan and design compelling and interactive websites and learn to use industry-related programs, such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, and Flash for website design. Students will also explore HTML and CSS for web publishing, alongside essential topics such as accessibility standards, color, typography, and composition, as well as dig into PHP and WordPress development. Graphics & Web Design program graduates develop a professional design process for building a website from concept to launch.
Career Opportunities

Recent studies indicate that strong growth in web design jobs, particularly in the consulting sector, is expected over the next few years. Career opportunities that will allow students to communicate and captivate with the skills learned in this program include:

Web Designer

Internet Site Designer

Web Site Developer

Intranet Site Designer

Human & Social Services, CSW Programs

COMMUNITY SERVICE WORKER
Admission Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent; OR

18 years of age or with successful completion of an admission test, Wonderlic SLE admission test with minimum score of 16; AND

Completion of Wonderlic SLE admission test with minimum score of 16; AND

Adequate level of physical health to be able to fulfill job requirements; AND

Good command of the English language – both written and oral; 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. A well-trained Community Service Worker (CSW) is equipped with a flexible, adaptable career. Social and community service workers administer and implement a variety of social assistance programs and community services. They assist clients to address personal and social problems. They are employed by social service and government agencies, mental health agencies, group homes, shelters, substance abuse centres, school boards, correctional facilities, and other establishments.
Career Opportunities

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

Healthcare and social assistance

Nursing and residential care facilities

Youth centres

Individual and family services

Youth protection services

Public administration

Civic and social organizations

Social advocacy

Grant-making organizations

Provincial government

Out-patient care centres

Local community service centres (e.g., CLSC)

Vocational rehabilitation services

Educational services

Hospitals

Community food and housing

Languages, ESL Programs

PITMAN ENGLISH – NOVA SCOTIA
Admission Requirements
Pitman English is designed specifically for those who wish to improve their English language fluency by developing their reading, writing, listening, and speaking abilities. This course has been designed to accommodate learners’ unique needs by using technology to adapt the course to the specific English proficiency, interests, and goals of each student, and by using videos and games to keep learners engaged.

Technology, Networking Programs

SOFTWARE AND WEB DEVELOPER
Program Overview
In the Software and Web Developer diploma program, students learn the coding languages that every web developer needs to know: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Students then broaden their skill set with a strong foundation in SQL, C#, and the .NET Framework that will lead to additional opportunities in the world of software development. Throughout the program, students gain hands-on experience with a range of software development projects that build in complexity as students add programming skills and languages to their toolkit.

Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Design the appearance and layout of websites
- Develop cross-browser and cross-platform websites
- Create and optimize content for websites using graphics, databases, animations, and other software
- Translate wire frames and storyboards into functional, responsive websites
- Work with MySQL databases and SQL scripting
- Use the .NET Framework to create robust web applications
Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program may pursue a variety of positions in software development, including web developer, UI/UX developer, front end web developer, software developer, HTML / CSS developer, and Javascript / jQuery developer.

Program Notes

Tuition fees include all course materials. Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify. Graduation requirements: Students must maintain a 75% program average to obtain a diploma.

Owen Sound Campus

Welcome to AOLCC Owen Sound

The Owen Sound campus of Academy of Learning Career College is located in beautiful downtown Owen Sound by the water of Georgian Bay. This Private Career College boasts a friendly, flexible and modern work environment. Owned and operated for over 24 years, consider Academy of Learning Career College – Owen Sound when researching your upgrading and skills development needs.

One of the fastest growing colleges, with over 50 campuses across Canada as well as Global locations, Academy of Learning Career College can be called one of the largest, private post-secondary career colleges. The Owen Sound location is one of the first Academy of Learning Career College campuses serving Grey Bruce for nearly 24 Years! As a unique computer and business training company specializing in computer applications, information technology, business skills, and healthcare training, we can prepare individuals to meet the increasing needs of the business community. Our training methodology Integrated Learning System can be used by students anywhere and anytime. With over one million expertly developed training courses already delivered, Academy of Learning will help you to achieve your goals successfully.

At Academy of Learning, we believe the answer is simple – Our Graduates. With hundreds of graduates already employed with great jobs in their selected field of interest, Academy of Learning Career College can help you get the industry recognized training that you need to realize your career.

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