This course introduces the subject of Adult Education. It describes theories and practices in adult education including adult education in Canada, academic writing, learning styles, philosophy of adult education and the differences between adults and children as learners. It is designed for those who plan, administer, and deliver training and education to adults. This is a compulsory course. No prerequisite is required for this course.
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This course introduces various instructional theories, practices and strategies of Adult Education. It further focuses on the decision making instructional strategies a step-by-step design of an instructional unit and facilitation various instructional methodologies. It includes sessions on purposes of education and training, learning outcomes and objectives, selecting and sequencing material and instructional strategies. This is a compulsory course for the Certificate in Adult Education.
Prerequisite: AE 101
This course introduces assessment and evaluation strategies based on the theories and practices of adult teaching and learning. It includes units on purposes, tools, administering and developing assessment and evaluation of adult students. It further provides teachers with a possibility to self-reflect on their own teaching. This is a compulsory course for the Certificate in Adult Education.
Prerequisites: AE 101 and AE 102
This course brings the theories to practice. It describes community and institutional based education and their relationship to Adult Education. The participants will further learn about developing presentation and decision-making skills while facilitating groups and teams. This course includes units on diversity and leadership in Adult Education, community based education and case studies. This is a compulsory course for the Certificate in Adult Education.
Prerequisites are: AE 101, AE 102 and AE 103.
This course is designed for those who would like to learn how to create and maintain a successful online course. This asynchronous course includes features of an effective online course design. It includes chapters on hurdles in online teaching/learning, CMS, forms of assessment, uploading files, graphic organization and basic terminology used in an online design.
This course is designed for those who are considering teaching or working in a College or University setting. It includes a comprehensive overview of all of Canada's Universities and Colleges, explores National Occupation Codes relevant to the field, job descriptions and opportunities in post-secondary education and takes a closer look at Canada's Universities, Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology and Private Career Colleges. All compulsory courses must be finished before this course if taken as a part of the Adult Education Certificate.
This course is designed for those who are considering teaching English as a Second Language either in an English speaking country or abroad. It includes lessons on Becoming an ESL teacher, Multiple Intelligencies in ESL Classroom, Teaching the Four Language Skills, ESL Teaching Approaches and Teaching Resources. All compulsory courses must be finished before this course if taken as a part of the Adult Education Certificate.
Prerequisite: AE 101, 102, 103, 104
In this course, participants will be required to listen, view, evaluate and assess learners’ skills, learning and knowledge based on the Adult Education Principles discussed in the compulsory courses. Participants are required to teach and observe 20 hours (10 hours each).
Prerequisites: AE 101, 102, 103, 104
This course has been designed for those who would like to expand on their job search skills. It helps adult educators to assess their skills and plan for the necessary steps that will enable them to obtain their dream job. It includes sessions on various issued related to the Interview and Resume Writing. All compulsory courses must be finished before this course if taken as a part of the Adult Education Certificate.
Prerequisites: AE 101, 102, 103, 104
This course is designed for instructors in Canadian Career Colleges and Vocational Institutes seeking professional development, training, and an additional qualification specifically in the vocational post-secondary education sector. It is also suitable for field experts in any field who are or may plan, administer, and deliver instruction to adults in a vocational training adult learning environment in Canada. The course introduces the subject of Adult Education with a particular focus on the Career College sector.
Prerequisites: AE 101, 102, 103, 104
This course is designed to for those who may be interested or involved in teaching employees basic skills to perform their jobs or professionally developing additional skills for staff. It includes the step by step process in designing an effective organizational training and development plan that includes orienting employees, analyzing training needs, instructional design, the training process, implementing training and development, and evaluating the training effort.
Prerequisites: AE 101, 102, 103, 104
The examination invigilator is the person in the examination room with responsibility for conducting a particular examination session in the presence of candidates. Invigilators have a key role in upholding the integrity of the examination process. This 20-hour online course provides training and professional development for those interested in pursuing employment as an Exam Invigilator. Invigilating is a great way to work in the field of education. Course topics include: Invigilator roles and responsibilities, what invigilators must and must not do, responsibilities of the test centres, invigilating strategies and techniques, types of exams, external examination services, and employment opportunities.
In this course, participants will learn about awareness of client organization and how to support clients in making effective choices. They will explore agreements with clients, how to manage changes throughout a project and how to interact effectively.
Prerequisites: AE101, AE102, AE103.
This course is designed for Registered Nurses (RN) teaching or preparing to teach in a nursing program as a Nursing Educator, Nurse Preceptor, Nursing Mentor or a Clinical Nursing Instructor. The course focuses on the unique challenges and opportunities of such roles, ensuring that nurses in these roles can provide the leadership, mentoring, support, guidance, and feedback necessary for students to succeed in their clinical placement and facilitate safe, ethical, quality practice.
This course is tailored for educators who will be training Health Care Aides (HCAs) to deliver compassionate and competent care. This includes Personal Support Workers (PSWs), Health Care Assistants, Health Care Workers, Resident Care Assistants, Continuing Care Aids among others. This course focuses on equipping Health Care Aides with the necessary tools to effectively teach core competencies. Educators will learn how to design practical training sessions that incorporate ethical considerations, critical thinking, communication techniques, and collaboration with healthcare teams, ensuring they are well-prepared to support diverse clients across healthcare settings.
This course is for those who will be teaching Early Childhood Education Teachers (ECE) and Early Childhood Assistants (ECA). Participants will learn how to effectively teach key theories of child development and guide new educators in designing inclusive, developmentally appropriate curricula. The course focuses on preparing teacher educators to instruct their trainees on managing dynamic and engaging classroom environments. It will discuss the role of play in learning, health, safety, nutrition, and family collaboration, ensuring they can support the holistic development and well-being of young children in their care.
In this elective, participants will learn how artificial intelligence is transforming the educational landscape. From the fundamentals of AI and its historical context in education to the latest applications and ethical considerations, the course covers a wide range of topics, including AI technologies, applications in the classroom, special education, and the ethical, legal, and social implications of integrating AI in educational settings. Participants will also explore the design, evaluation, and implementation of AI solutions in education, preparing them for the future of teaching and learning.
This course has been designed for those who would like to teach English while travelling around the world. The program is divided into two sections: Teaching Overseas and TESOL Methodology. Each section is further divided into modules. The modules must be studied in the order provided because they build on each other.
This online course is designed for teachers seeking an additional qualification in teaching preparation for the Test of English as a Foreign Language. The course is divided into 4 modules. The modules include an Introduction to the TOEFL test and other language proficiency tests, TOEFL Language Skills (reading, listening, speaking, writing), TOEFL Building Skills (grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, and supporting skills), and Lesson Development for teaching TOEFL preparation. This course is based on the newest 2023 version of the TOEFL.
This 25-hour online course is designed for ESL teachers seeking an additional qualification in teaching grammar. The course first provides a concise review of the fundamentals of English grammar, including all the verb tenses, followed by lessons in the methodology of how to and why to teach grammar. Topics include: why teach grammar, lesson planning, parts of speech, irregular verbs, the verb tenses, the passive, state/stative verbs, causative verbs, conditionals, indirect speech, logical connectors, clauses, articles, gerunds and infinitives, levels of grammar (from basic to advanced), and instructional grammar resources.
This 25-hour online Certificate in Teaching English for Travel and Tourism specialization course is for English language instructors teaching in the travel, tourism and hospitality industries. As people continue to travel around the world, the importance of the hospitality industry and tourism English is increasing dramatically. In fact, knowing how to communicate and respond quickly and effectively in English is becoming a necessity in the tourism sector. Tourism English includes diverse components of the travel and tourism business such as hotel and resort management, food industry, tour operations, and airline services. It is essential to provide the best professional service to both clients and guests.
This 25-hour online course is designed for English language instructors seeking an additional qualification and specialization in teaching pronunciation. Topics include: Why teach pronunciation, linguistic systems, phonetic alphabets, consonants, vowels, stress, rhythm, intonation, linking, intrusion, elision, dissimulation assimilation, unique features of North American pronunciation, Canadian accents and dialects, pronunciation problems common to specific languages groups, lesson planning, pronunciation within the Canadian Language Benchmarks, how to integrate pronunciation with other skills, using diagrams to demonstrate articulation, tips and practical classroom suggestions for teaching pronunciation, online resources and materials, recent studies on pronunciation and pedagogical research.
This 25-hour online course is designed for teachers seeking additional qualifications in teaching preparation for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Instructors will learn about the structure of the General Training and Academic tests and explore methodologies, strategies, tips, techniques, and resources for teaching or tutoring IELTS preparation. The course is divided into 4 modules and each module has an online test at the end. The modules include an Introduction to the IELTS and other language proficiency tests, IELTS Language Skills, the General and Academic tests, and Lesson Development for teaching IELTS preparation.
This 25-hour online course provides a solid foundation in Portfolio Based Language Assessment (PBLA). The course is designed for English language teachers looking for PBLA training in order to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of PBLA. The course is fully conducted online, has any time start dates, and allows participants to go at their own pace.
Topics include principles of PBLA, how to use the portfolio, instructor and student responsibilities, steps in reviewing each skill area, assigning benchmark levels, learner-centred approach, task-based teaching, skill building and skill using activities, language focus, using the competency statements and tables, the Language Companion content and usage, collecting student artefacts, evidence of learning, module planning, needs assessment, evaluation, goals of assessment, ongoing process, baseline information, giving effective feedback, self-reflection, templates, checklists, and glossary.
This 25-hour online course is designed for teachers seeking an additional qualification for teaching English for Academic Purposes (EAP). The course focuses on enhancing proficiency in teaching the four academic language skills: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Other topics in the course are note-taking, presentation skills, new technologies, evaluation, plagiarism, evaluation, academic vocabulary, academic study skills, grammar for academic writing and stress management. The course provides training in effective lesson planning strategies tailored for EAP, ensuring that educators can design and implement lessons that meet the specific needs of students preparing for higher education.
This course explores the theoretical foundations and practical implications of adult second language acquisition (ASLA). Participants will study the principles and theories of second language acquisition and adult education, as well as the linguistic, psychological, and socio-cultural factors affecting adult language acquisition including the Critical Age Hypothesis, Input Hypothesis and Social Interactionist Theory. The course introduces contemporary ASLA issues on diverse communities, linguistic inclusion and language preservation. Through readings, discussions, and practical exercises, participants will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to support adult language learners effectively.
This 25-hour course focuses on the unique challenges and opportunities of practicum mentorship, ensuring that mentors can provide the support, guidance, and feedback necessary for mentees to succeed in real-world learning and teaching environments. It equips mentor educators with the essential skills and knowledge required to mentor new teachers during their practicum experiences.
This 25-online course is for educators looking to increase their knowledge of educational technology. The teaching tools and apps covered in this course can be applied to both teaching online and face-to-face. The course is designed to support educators in developing a whole new skill set for educational purposes and to learn how to teach effectively and with confidence using educational technology.
This is a step-by-step social media business development course. Participants will be introduced to the duties and roles of a community manager. They will learn how to establish, navigate and monitor current online communities and will learn to deliver strategies for community outreach in order to effectively deliver organizational objectives.
The Certificate in Curriculum Development is designed for teachers, educators and administrators who are or will be involved in curriculum development. Participants will learn to analyze, design, implement and evaluate curriculum in relation to an instructional system design. The program content includes elements and phases of instructional design, needs analysis and assessment, methods of instruction, curriculum development vs. instructional design, implementation, planning, delivery, formative and summative evaluation.
This online learning program series has been designed for those who wish to have specialized post-secondary education and training to volunteer or pursue a career as an Educational Support/Assistant or who are already working in the field and want to upgrade their qualifications. This is Session 1. It consists of 5-course modules 50 hours total. The courses are:
- Introduction to Education Support
- Technology in Education
- Essential Communications Skills
- Introduction to Child Psychology
- Safety in an Educational Setting
Upon successful completion of Sessions 1, participants will be issued an official transcript.
This online learning program series has been designed for those who wish to have specialized post-secondary education and training to volunteer or pursue a career as an Educational Support/Assistant or who are already working in the field and want to upgrade their qualifications. This is Session 2. It consists of 5-course modules 50 hours total. The courses are:
- Personal and Interpersonal Dynamics
- Developmental Psychology
- Adaptive and Assistive Technology in Education
- Inclusion and Diversity
- Nutrition
Upon successful completion of Sessions 1 & 2, participants will be issued the Certificate in Education Support and an official transcript.
This online learning program series has been designed for those who wish to have specialized post-secondary education and training to volunteer or pursue a career as an Educational Support/Assistant or who are already working in the field and want to upgrade their qualifications. This is Session 3. It consists of 5-course modules 50 hours total. The courses are:
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Communication Exceptionalities
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Behaviour and Mental Health Exceptionalities
- Physical and Multiple Exceptionalities
Upon successful completion of Sessions 3, participants will be issued an official transcript.
This online learning program series has been designed for those who wish to have specialized post-secondary education and training to volunteer or pursue a career as an Educational Support/Assistant or who are already working in the field and want to upgrade their qualifications. This is Session 4. It consists of 5-course modules 50 hours total. The courses are:
- Learning Strategies
- Transition Planning
- Classroom Skills
- Emotional Resilience
- Career Planning
Upon completion of Sessions 3 & 4, participants will be issued a Diploma in Education Support and an official transcript.
This course requires that participants complete a minimum of 25 hours of volunteering in an educational support environment. Participants are responsible for arranging their own volunteer practicum. The practicum must be completed in Canada working with children with special needs and overseen by a certified teacher who will serve as the Mentor Teacher. In order to pass this course the Mentor Teacher must provide the online instructor for this course with a written positive performance review and the participant must submit a written post-practicum reflection to their instructor.
- Upon completion of the practicum, participants will be issued a Volunteer Practicum in Education Support Certificate and an official transcript.
- Participants must first complete all four sessions in Educational Support for admission to this course.
This 100-hour online course is designed for those who will be interacting with indigenous people. Participants will be introduced to the historical perspective, terminologies, language and curriculum as they relate to Indigenous awareness. They will be introduced to topics such as a community-based model, land-based learning, and issues related to Indigenous adult education.
Racism impacts individuals, communities and society. In this 100-hour online course, you will learn about building awareness of different forms of racism. You will study what perpetuates racism, how to combat it and how to promote anti-racism. Topics include racism and social media, building foundations through change, and combating racism through education.
In this 100-hour online course, you will be introduced to the LGBTQ2S+ community. You will learn about the LGBTQ2S+ movement including the concept of gender as a social construct. Topics include the history, society and the health connection, social justice, inclusive curriculum and supporting and teaching LGBTQ2S+ students.
This fully online program series is designed for individuals looking to work or volunteer as an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) or who are already working in the field and seeking to obtain an ECA Certificate or Diploma to upgrade their qualifications and advance their career.
The 100-hour online ECA Certificate program is comprised of two sessions and 10 asynchronous course modules. It can be taken as a stand-alone Certificate program or as a micro-credential of the Diploma program.
This is Session 1. It consists of 5-course modules 50 hours total. The courses are:
- Foundations of Early Childhood Education
- Essential Communication Skills
- Introduction to Child Psychology
- Personal and Interpersonal Dynamics
- Infant and Child Development
Upon successful completion of Sessions 1, participants will be issued an official transcript.
This fully online program series is designed for individuals looking to work or volunteer as an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) or who are already currently working in the field and seeking to obtain an ECA Certificate or Diploma to upgrade their qualifications and advance their career.
The 100-hour online ECA Certificate program is comprised of two sessions and 10 asynchronous course modules. It can be taken as a stand-alone Certificate program or as a micro-credential of the Diploma program.
This is Session 2. It consists of 5-course modules 50 hours total. The courses are:
- Introduction to Sociology
- Child, Family, and Community
- Safety in an Educational Setting
- Nutrition
- Adaptive and Assistive Technology in Education
Upon successful completion of Sessions 1 & 2, participants will be issued the Early Childhood Assistant Certificate and an official transcript.
This fully online program series is designed for individuals looking to work or volunteer as an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) or who are already currently working in the field and seeking to obtain an ECA Certificate or Diploma to upgrade their qualifications and advance their career.
The 300-hour ECA Diploma program is comprised of four sessions and 20 asynchronous course modules plus a 100-hour practicum.
This is Session 3. It consists of 5-course modules 50 hours total. The courses are:
- Play-Based Early Learning Strategies
- Observation Skills
- Guiding Children’s Behaviour
- Language and Literacy
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
Upon successful completion of Sessions 3, participants will be issued an official transcript.
This fully online program series is designed for individuals looking to work or volunteer as an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) or who are already currently working in the field and seeking to obtain an ECA Certificate or Diploma to upgrade their qualifications and advance their career. The 300-hour ECA Diploma program is comprised of four sessions and 20 asynchronous course modules plus a 100-hour practicum.
This is Session 4. It consists of 5-course modules 50 hours total plus Practicum. The courses are:
- Communication Exceptionalities
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Behaviour and Mental Health Exceptionalities
- Physical and Multiple Exceptionalities
- Creating Inclusive Programs
- ECA Practicum
Upon completion of Sessions 3 & 4, participants will be issued an Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) Diploma and an official transcript.
This session introduces the foundational knowledge and skills required to become an effective Home Support Worker. It focuses on understanding the role, maintaining safety, communicating with clients and families, and upholding professional and ethical standards. Participants gain insight into human development and the responsibilities of working in diverse home care settings.
This course includes the following courses:
- Introduction to Home Support Work
- Health and Safety in the Home
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Human Growth and Development
- Professionalism and Ethics
In this hands-on session, participants develop the core skills needed to assist clients with personal hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and basic health needs. Emphasis is placed on compassionate care, supporting independence, and preparing for real-life situations in home environments.
This session includes the following courses:
- Personal Care and Hygiene Support
- Nutrition and Meal Preparation
- Assisting with Medications
- Mobility and Transfers
- End-of-Life and Palliative Care
This session deepens the participant’s ability to support clients with complex health conditions, mental health concerns, and cognitive impairments. It focuses on adapting care to individual needs while promoting dignity, autonomy, and a client-centred approach.
This session includes the following courses:
- Chronic Illness and Disability Support
- Mental Health Awareness
- Cognitive Impairment and Dementia Care
- Supporting Clients with Developmental Disabilities
- Documentation and Reporting
This session integrates advanced knowledge and applied skills across the continuum of home and community care, emphasizing holistic support for aging clients and professional growth for HSWs. Participants explore gerontology, nutrition science, restorative care, and wellness promotion alongside pain management, technology in home care, and best practices in maintaining safe, hygienic living environments. The session also prepares learners for workforce readiness by examining the Canadian health care system, professional conduct, and career development pathways within the evolving home support sector.
This session includes the following courses:
- Principles of Gerontology and Geriatrics
- Nutrition Science and Specialized Diets
- Home Management and Housekeeping
- Rehabilitation and Restorative Care Principles
- Job Readiness and Career Planning
- HSW Practicum