Training Courses in Mississauga West

• Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Students
• Good Command of the English Language
• Admissions Interview is required

• Performing a variety of administrative and clerical functions
• Preparing reports
• Assisting with overall departmental functions

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

• Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Students
• Good Command of the English Language
• Admissions Interview is required

• 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: team-work, 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.

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 and operations, human resources, and general administration are available to those students who possess the proper combination of business skills, experience, personal ability, and aptitude.

• 19 years of age or older (varies, depending on province-specific ministry requirements)
• Grade 12 or equivalent, or Mature Student Status with successful completion of CAST testing
• Completion of Wonderlic SLE admission test with minimum score of 18
• Adequate level of physical health to be able to fulfill job requirements
• Other medical tests (e.g., TB Test) or proof of vaccinations (e.g., Hepatitis B) may be required by industry prior to placement
• Good command of the English language – both written and oral
• Completion of standard registration form

This program provides students with the basic knowledge, skills, and work experience needed to become permanently employable in a CSW setting. Skill development is delivered in three areas:

• Comprehensive community service worker knowledge, including psychology, sociology, family life, mental health, addictions, criminology, at-risk populations, case management, counselling, ethics, business communication, report writing, and government and social services
• Full range of computer and office skills, including current software applications, keyboarding skills, and personal and professional development
• Comprehensive Capstone Project

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

• Grade 12 or equivalent or mature student status and passing grade on the admissions test.
• Good Command of the English Language
• Admissions Interview is required
• Two letters of reference regarding personal character
• A recent, clear Criminal Records Check.
• N-95 Mask Fit Testing which may be a requirement based on provincial requirements
• Two letters of reference regarding personal character
• Hepatitis B, other vaccinations and/or a TB test may be required

• Full-range of computer and office skills, including current software applications, keyboarding skills, general office management, accounting, personal and professional development, and customer service.
• This program provides students with the basic knowledge, skills, and work experience needed to become permanently employable in any dental setting, with special skills suited to working in a dental practice. Skill development is delivered in two areas.

Graduates of this program are qualified to work in an administrative capacity in a wide variety of dental settings. Job titles vary, but graduates are an integral part of many dental settings, such as:

• General or Family Dental Clinics
• Endodontic Specialty Clinics
• Maxillofacial Radiology Clinics
• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics
• Oral Pathology Clinics or Departments
• Orthodontic Clinics
• Pediatric Dental Clinics
• Periodontics Clinics
• Prosthodontic Clinics
• Public Health Dental Clinics

• 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. All applicants whose first language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency.
• An admissions interview and entrance essay 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.

• A foundation in the principles of color theory, typography, and page composition.
• Professional skills in the essential tools of the graphic designer: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Proficiency in key Microsoft Office applications.

• Graphic Designer
• Graphic Artist
• Layout Artist
• Layout Designer

• 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.

• The comprehensive background to provide medical administrative support to all areas and levels in a medical setting.
• The understanding to serve as the contact individual for the office, in person and on the telephone.
• The ability to screen patient related telephone calls; respond to inquiries and provide appropriate direction.
• The skills to transcribe medical consultation letters and reports.
• The background to administer financial and accounting duties such as processing transactions, paying bills, completing deposits and maintaining the ledger.
• The knowledge to set-up and maintain office/patient filing systems; verify, process and update data.
• The training to maintain the computer-based appointment calendar.
• Personal and professional development and customer service.

• Medical Office Assistant
• Medical Secretary
• Medical Stenographer
• Secretary Ward – Hospital

• Grade 12 or equivalent or mature student status and a passing grade on the admissions test.

• A clear understanding of medical office procedures and medical office terminology.
• The skills to handle general office duties such as filing, sorting and copying.
• The ability to perform word processing, spreadsheets and data management skills.
• The knowledge to book appointments and make referrals (both computerized and manual).

• Dental Receptionist
• Physician’s Receptionist
• Optometrist’s Receptionist
• Medical Receptionist

• Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status
• Passing score on the literacy test
• Fluency in English (oral and written)
• Fitness to complete the practical components of the program
• Up-to-date immunization (seasonal flu and Hepatitis A and B immunizations are recommended) and free of communicable diseases
• Clear Criminal Record Check or a full pardon Police checks must include “Vulnerable Position Screening.”

• Co-operating with all members of the health team
• Promoting safety and working in a safe manner
• Practicing universal precautions and maintaining a clean working environment
• Assisting with ambulating, mobilization, and proper positioning and maintaining body alignment as required
• Assisting with mechanical and physical lifts and/or transfers
• Changing bed linens and towels and performing laundry-related tasks
• Assisting with personal hygiene (e.g., bathing, dressing, toileting, etc.
• Assisting with meal preparation, grocery shopping, feeding, dietary planning, and food handling and reporting fluid intake and output
• Taking and recording blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations, body weight, and height
• Collecting various specimens for required medical tests
• Assisting with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative measures
• Providing emotional and social support services to care-receivers and their families
• Works as a supportive care worker for palliative care and hospice patients.
• Observing and reporting clinical and treatment findings, behavioural changes, and changes in ongoing conditions
• Maintaining records and documenting procedures.

Training in the Personal Support Worker program provides the opportunity for students to develop basic nursing and social service training skills necessary for employment in homes and apartments in the community, long-term facilities, congregate housing settings, and/or day programs.

• 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.
• Applicants whose first language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency.
• 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.

• 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.