CDI College of Business, Technology & Healthcare

Business, Accounting, Marketing Programs

• ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL ADMINISTRATION – ONLINE
  CDI College's online Accounting and Payroll Administration program allows you to study anywhere while gaining the same knowledge you would in a traditional classroom. While studying 100% online, you'll gain a solid foundation in computer and office administration skills along with essential skills in accounting, bookkeeping, computerized accounting systems, and payroll. Your industry-experienced instructors will guide you through your program with online chats, live group sessions, announcements and more. You'll always have support to help you succeed in your studies. At the end of your program, you'll complete a real-world practicum placement to solidify what you've learned in your courses. And by the time graduation rolls around, you'll be ready to take on a variety of roles in accounting and payroll.
• BUSINESS AND DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGEMENT – ONLINE
  CDI College's online Business and Digital Marketing Management program gives you a flexible and convenient way to prepare for your new career. With a customized learning experience that's based around your schedule, you'll gain a solid foundation in job-ready skills while studying in the comfort of your own home. Your courses will cover key business topics such as accounting, project management, and human resources.You'll also learn the latest approaches to social media marketing, web design, and digital marketing. To ensure your educational experience is a success, your industry-experienced instructors will be available by to provide remote support, facilitate group discussions with your class, and mentor you through your studies. In addition to your 100% online course work, you'll also complete a real-world practicum placement to test your new knowledge. Upon graduation, you'll have the skills to succeed in a variety of business environments and roles.
• SOCIAL MEDIA AND WEB MARKETING – ONLINE
  What is the best way to get a hands-on education in online social media platforms, analytics and digital strategies? By completing your education online! CDI College's online Social Media and Web Marketing program allows you to complete your studies from the comfort of your own home, while gaining the knowledge you would in a traditional classroom.   With 100% of instruction and class assignments online, you will gain a solid foundation in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Search Engine Marketing (SEM), content creation, strategic web design, and much more. Your practitioner-instructors will guide you through your course objectives with online chats, live group sessions, interactive examples, and more. As you would in a classroom setting, you will have the support you need to succeed in your studies. At the end of your program, you'll complete a real-world practicum placement to solidify what you've learned in social media and website marketing. Before you graduate, you will be ready to take on a variety of roles in digital marketing and social media.
• ACCOUNTING & PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR
  As an Accounting and Payroll Administrator, you will play a key role in any business. Get an Accounting and Payroll Administrator diploma at CDI College to equip you for the demands of the current job market.

  A Diploma in Accounting

  By completing the Accounting and Payroll Administrator program, you’ll gain computer and office administration skills and a practical foundation in accounting, computerized accounting systems, and payroll. Accounting courses will prepare you to enter the workforce by teaching you how to do journal entries, how to read financial statements, and how to adjust accounts. Bookkeeping courses will teach you the fundamental principles of reporting business activities.   Upon graduation, you will also have on-the-job experience through a practicum placement, which will take you beyond introductory principles as you’ll have the opportunity to practice your skills using industry-standard accounting software applications.  

  Accounting Certification

  Through CDI College’s Accounting and Payroll Administrator diploma, you’ll also gain a competitive edge by fulfilling all of the requirements for the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) Certified Payroll Management Program (CPMP) at the level of Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP).   CPA requires a Work Experience Requirement Application (WERA) and a passing grade of 65% for certification, including a transfer credit of Introduction to Accounting. For more information on CPA requirements, visit www.payroll.ca.     If you’re ready to start your career as an Accounting and Payroll Administrator, fill out the form to your right. Delivery Method: in-class, distance or combined delivery.   Admission Requirements  

  • High school graduation or equivalent* OR
  • Mature student status**

    *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.
• OFFICE ASSISTANT
  Modern offices demand highly skilled administrative staff. CDI College's Office Assistant program gives you the key skills you need to be an asset in any business environment. Courses in the Office Assistant program focus on developing office support and professional skills, as well as word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications. Students also develop strong keyboarding, professional, and administrative skills through our supportive, hands-on learning environment.
• SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
  Supply chain management deals with the logistics of the flow of goods and services from suppliers to consumers. It includes a number of stages such as procurement, storage, transportation and distribution, and requires a variety of skills including supply and demand estimation and forecasting, operations planning, financial planning, negotiation, technical and IT. The Supply Chain Management diploma program is designed to prepare students to succeed in and excel in this field. This industry sector is one of the largest employers in Canada, with close to a million people employed in occupations directly related to it and is expected to steadily grow in the future offering tens of thousands of new positions every year.  

  Admission Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent*

  OR

  • Mature student status**

    *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.
• SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING
  In the Social Media Marketing diploma program, you'll gain a solid understanding of social media marketing practices that have evolved from the exponential growth of digital media communication sharing platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. This program explores how social media tools can be incorporated by marketers to promote and expand their businesses. You'll learn the marketing skills and business analytics competencies necessary to effectively use advanced digital tools and techniques that are now an essential component of effective digital marketing strategies. Upon graduation, you'll have the essential knowledge and skills necessary to plan and execute e-media marketing campaigns as part of a business-based digital marketing strategy.

  Admission Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent*

  OR

  • Mature student status**

    *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.
• BUSINESS AND DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGEMENT
  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.

  Admission Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent*

  OR

  • Mature student status**

    *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.
• MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT

  CDI College's Medical Office Assistant 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 MOA jobs.

  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 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.

  Admissions Requirements

  Students must meet all of the pre-requisites listed below, meet their financial obligations with the college, and acknowledge their understanding of the college’s policies and procedures provided in the student handbook, prior to starting classes.

  • High school graduation or equivalent*, or mature student** status.
  • Pass college’s admissions test.
  • Criminal record check (in accordance with the Criminal Records Review Act).

  *From an English-language teaching institution.
  **19 years of age upon starting classes and Pass the college's English 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.

Creative Arts, Interactive, Sound Programs

• GRAPHIC DESIGN TECHNOLOGY

  The Graphic Design Technology diploma program at CDI College is the right place to start training for your exciting new career in design.

  In the 42-week program, you'll learn skills in digital image creation, editing, and production pipeline processes required by digital media employers.

  You'll also train on industry-standard software, including Adobe Creative Cloud – Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, and Premiere Pro.

  Along the way, you'll create an impressive digital portfolio of your work, touching on all your areas of expertise, and highlighting your skills to employers.

  Admission Requirements

  High school graduation or equivalent (From an English language teaching institution).
  Or Mature student status (19 years of age upon starting classes, and Pass college’s English 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.

Healthcare, Wellness, Pharma Programs

• INTRA ORAL DENTAL ASSISTANT
  The Intra Oral Dental Assistant program at CDI College in Winnipeg rises above other Dental Assistant schools because of our dedication to our students. Industry experienced educators will teach you how to prepare patients for treatment, assist dentists during treatment, process radiographs, perform infection control procedures, maintain patient records, and other general administrative duties. Course material covers all elements of dental care, pharmacology, oral pathology, and dental radiography.  

  Dental Assistant Training

    Gain on-the-job experience through practicum placements with a practicing dentist and be ready to compete for great jobs in the dental industry. After successfully completing your Dental Assistant training, you can seek employment in dental offices, dental laboratories, or dental distribution/manufacturing companies.  

  Dental Assistant Examination and Licensure

    Graduates who successfully complete the Intra Oral Dental Assistant program are eligible to write the National Level II Certification exam offered by the National Dental Assisting Examination Board (NDAEB). Passing the exam will make you eligible to register as a Licenced Dental Assistant with the Manitoba Dental Association.
• PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY SCALING
  The Preventive Dentistry Scaling module at CDI College offers Registered Dental Assistants (RDAs) in Manitoba the opportunity to expand their skillset. A blend of theoretical home study and hands-on clinical training, Preventive Dentistry Scaling helps RDAs expand their practice and take on more duties on the job. By the end of the module, students will be able to identify teeth and tooth groups in both children and adults. They’ll be able to describe the type of tooth, its location and anatomical features. Other topics covered include the stages of periodontal disease, plaque control programs, medical patient charts, proper use of instruments, and much more! Not a Registered Dental Assistant? CDI College also offers the 
   program in Winnipeg. This program is modular-based and is open to those who are Registered Dental Assistants with the Manitoba Dental Association and have three years of experience. For more information on the program, fill out the form to your right or contact a campus advisor.
• HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT
  Health Care Assistants (HCAs) in British Columbia have an important and unique role within the health care system, supporting patients in a variety of facilities, including retirement homes, hospices, group homes, and long-term care facilities.

  Health Care Assistants

  If you enjoy being a caregiver and helping people live their best physical, emotional, and psychological lives, CDI College’s Health Care Assistant diploma program is for you.   HCAs excel at listening and understanding the needs of their clients, including bathing and hygiene, interacting with family members, and assisting with medications.  

  Hands-on Health Care Assistant Training

  To work as an HCA, you also need to hold occupational health and safety certifications. In the Health Care Assistant courses, you’ll complete Standard First Aid with CPR-C and AED, WHMIS, and FOODSAFE Level 1.   You’ll also get to test your new skills in two work experience placements – one in assisted living, home support, or a group home, and the other in a complex or multi-level care environment.     The Health Care Assistant program delivered by CDI College is recognized by the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry, and program graduates are eligible for registration with the BC Care Aide & Community Health Worker Registry.     Fill out the form to your right to start your career as a Health Care Assistant!       This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.
• REHABILITATION THERAPY ASSISTANT
  Rehabilitation Therapy Assistants, or RTAs, work alongside physiotherapists and occupational therapists to help clients rehabilitate their injuries. RTAs can be found in hospitals, physiotherapy clinics, long-term care facilities and rehabilitation centres. RTAs need to be cognizant of the best practices in occupational and physiotherapy practices, as well as emerging trends in the healthcare system, and the latest advances in theory and technology in the field. Getting relevant post-secondary training to be an RTA is vital, and the best place to get trained is the Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant diploma program at CDI College.

  Become a Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant

  As part of your training to become an RTA, you will become familiar with important facets of human anatomy and movement, physiology, human development, therapeutic recreation, gerontology, and more. In the Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant program at CDI College, you'll also gain a solid understanding of the process of rehabilitation and how to assist people with physical disabilities, mental health difficulties, neurological conditions, and paediatrics.

  Hands-on Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant Training

  Before graduating from the program, you'll get a chance to test out your new skills in a 500-hour clinical practicum placement, ensuring you'll be job-ready and prepared to move into your new career as a RTA immediately.

Human & Social Services, CSW Programs

• ADDICTIONS & COMMUNITY SERVICES WORKER

  The Addictions and Community Services Worker program is a diploma program comprised of on-campus lectures and labs, field trips, industry-related projects, and a work experience component that provides the student with the theory, hands-on experience, and applied learning opportunities.

  The program prepares the graduate for entry-level positions in community social services with particular attention to the specific needs of people affected with addiction.

  The program includes courses in the fundamentals related to addictions and community services, building relationships, life management, and finally, professional and workplace skills.

  Admission Requirements

  • High school graduation or equivalent*, or mature student** status.
  • Pass college’s admissions test.
  • Criminal record check (in accordance with the Criminal Records Review Act).
  • Immunization report (form provided by the College).
  • Complete ‘Student Declaration – Social Services Worker Programs’ form (provided by the College).

  *From an English-language teaching institution.
  **19 years of age upon starting classes, and Pass the college's English 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.

   

Legal, Policing Programs

• LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
  Legal administrative assistants are a key element to any legal team. In order to succeed in this fast-paced and fascinating career, you'll need a strong education in the policy and procedures of a modern law office as well as an understanding of the Canadian legal and court system.

  CDI College's Legal Administrative Assistant program will teach you legal terminology, court systems, office procedures, legal record keeping, and bookkeeping. Students will also build strong transcription and keyboarding skills and become adept at using common office software such as MS Word and Excel. Course material in this program will include wills and estates, real estate, corporate and commercial law, civil litigation, and family law.

Technology, Networking Programs

• HELP DESK ANALYST
  The information technology industry needs skilled help desk analysts to troubleshoot software and hardware issues. CDI College's Help Desk Analyst diploma program teaches students the technical skills necessary to service computer systems and the customer service skills to assist computer users.

  Students receive hands-on training on industry-standard software and learn fundamental networking skills, hardware installation and configuration, system support and optimization, Windows, MS Office applications, and help desk techniques.

  Students will be supported in their job search after graduation through CDI College's Employment Services department. The department teaches graduates resume writing techniques as well as job search and interviewing skills.
• NETWORK & DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR
  The demand for skilled network and database administrators continues to grow. CDI College's Network and Database Administrator program teaches you the essential skills required in any network administrator job description.

  You will learn to administer and support database users on networked computer systems and become proficient on the latest network admin tools. Based on Microsoft, CompTIA, and Cisco industry certification requirements, this program uses hands-on learning to teach network implementation, installation, maintenance and management. Students participate in a work placement to gain the real-world experience that employers demand.
• NETWORK & INTERNET SECURITY SPECIALIST
  CDI College teaches the top internet security techniques and tools in its Network and Internet Security Specialist program. This program gives students a strong foundation in operating and implementing computer services, which are both growing areas in the IT industry. Students gain hands-on instruction on how to plan, support, administer, and secure networked computer systems and their users.

  Students will also be prepared to write exams for Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) A+, Network+ and Security+ certifications, Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), and Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA).
• NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
  The Network Administrator program focuses on preparing students to manage and maintain computers and network installations. You will develop technical skills in network installation, maintenance and management as well as implementation, and operating computer services. In addition to developing a solid foundation in Information Technology skills, you will participate in a work placement program.

  The Network Administrator program at CDI College also prepares you to write exams for Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) A+ and Network+ certifications, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), and Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA).
• PROGRAMMER ANALYST INTERNET SOLUTIONS DEVELOPER
  Computer programming jobs are challenging and well-paid. CDI College's Programmer Analyst/Internet Solutions Developer program trains students to excel in roles such as computer programmer, software development programmer, or programmer analyst.

  In this diploma program, students will learn how to assess business needs and create design solutions. They will learn to prepare and write programming code and manage, maintain and update existing programming code.

  Students will become proficient in Microsoft Visual C#, .NET, OOP, OOD, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office, SQL Server, ADO.NET, XML, HTML, Visio, Script, ASP.NET, and Web Services. Students also develop skills in Object-Oriented Programming using either Java or C++.
• MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT
  Start training in CDI College's Mobile Application Development diploma program and in less than a year, you'll have the skills to start a new career creating and developing apps for computers and online environments. In the program, you'll learn the keys of application development from a team of experienced instructors with years of experience in the field. Classes are kept small to ensure you receive focused, helpful feedback and individual attention to develop your skills quicker.  

  Training in C#, ASP.net & Java

    An important part of your hands-on training is learning and applying the many programming languages needed to become a successful app developer for both desktop and mobile platforms. In the Mobile Application Development program, you'll learn several programming languages, including - but not limited to - C#, Java, ASP.net, JavaScript, Python, Android, and iOS development with Swift, giving you a mastery of the specific syntax and coding requirements to translate design into functional applications. You'll also learn about object-oriented programming, database programming concepts, and the fundamentals of web development, which focuses heavily on HTML5 and CSS. If you're looking to start a career in the technology sector, the Mobile Application Development diploma program at CDI College offers the training you need for the career you want. This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.
• WEB AND MOBILE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT
  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.  

  Application Development Training

    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.
• WEB DEVELOPMENT
  CDI College's Web Development diploma program has the right training to help you start your career designing and developing web applications. Learning from professional instructors who have years of experience in programming and app development, you'll grow your skills quickly in small, focused classes, with plenty of time set aside for one-on-one feedback.  

  Training in HTML5, Java & JavaScript

    A major part of becoming a successful web developer is mastering the many programming languages and software used in the field. Hands-on technical training in both traditional programming and object-oriented methodologies is the key to growing your skills. In the Web Development diploma program, you'll gain an understanding of the fundamentals of web development, including training in HTML5, CSS, Dreamweaver, JavaScript, PHP and MySQL, JQuery, Python, and more. You'll also get thorough training in advanced web technologies, with emphasis placed on integrating Node.js, MongoDB, and Angular Web Development into fully-functional web applications, and an introduction to building apps with AWS, the leading cloud computing platform. Get the skills you need for the career you want. Start training in the Web Development diploma program at CDI College today. This program has been approved by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training.