Training Courses in Oshawa

• 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

• Handle confidential budget information
• Process financial reports and memorandum
• Work with statistical and accounting data
• Maintain files and records
• Perform a wide range of office support functions

Careers in computerised 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. The Canadian Bookkeeper’s Association (CBA) recognises that students who successfully complete the Academy of Learning’s Basic Bookkeeping Level 2 have gained the skill set necessary to begin a career in Bookkeeping and are eligible for membership in the Canadian Bookkeeper’s Association.

• 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.

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.

• Maintaining computerized filing, inventory, and database systems
• Performing routine bookkeeping tasks
• Processing miscellaneous documentation
• Typing and proof-reading correspondence, reports, etc.

Career opportunities are almost unlimited. Efficient and responsible Business Office Skills personnel are an integral and invaluable part of today’s office environment.

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

• An understanding of how to handle confidential budget information.
• The ability to process financial reports and memoranda.
• The knowledge on how to work with statistical and accounting data.
• The capability of maintaining files and records.
• The background to perform a wide range of office support functions.

• Accounting Bookkeeping Clerk
• Accounting Clerk
• Bookkeeping Clerk
• Bookkeeper Accountant

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

• The knowledge and skills necessary to lead and/or assist in the development and/or implementation of conferences and events.
• An introduction to the most relevant aspects of planning and coordination of event logistics.
• Professional skills in high demand by employers such as negotiating, decision making, team-work, communication, customer service, leadership, research and problem solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications.

• Conference and Meeting Planner
• Conference Planner
• Conference Services Officer
• Convention Coordinator
• Event Planner
• Special Events Organizer
• Trade Show Planner

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

• The requirements to respond to telephone and in-person complaints and inquiries.
• An understanding to be able to give information regarding an organization’s goods, services and policies.
• The capability to enter orders, verify shipments and send out invoices.
• The knowledge to be able to trace orders from intake to shipment and troubleshoot delays and problems.
• The ability to receive payments and process information required for the provision of services.

• Library Clerk
• Courtesy Receptionist
• Complaint Clerk
• Inquiries Clerk
• Information Clerk
• Order and Payment Clerk
• Customer Service Representative

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

• The ability to assist the Marketing Manager with a wide range of marketing activities. Also prepare desktop publishing and develop sales collateral, proposals, brochures, newsletters using Microsoft Publisher, Photoshop Basics and Illustrator Basics.
• Exposure to direct mail, outbound calls, mass e-mail, broadcast campaigns, marketing events and trade shows, public relations, and other marketing tools.

• Marketing and Events Coordinator
• Sales and Marketing Coordinator
• Direct Marketing Coordinator

• 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.

• Understand the design and application of PC software and operating systems.
• Provide comprehensive technical skills related to the maintenance and repair of PC hardware.
• Provide support to business colleagues in all aspects of computer software applications.
• Assist in office technical support.
• Update and extract data for office support.
• Research new software.

Graduates of this program have a wide and varied choice of positions available to them within business or office environments. Prospective employers include businesses of various sizes and types.

• 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 knowledge to administer, direct, and coordinate day-to-day business operations.
• The training to implement effective working processes, schedules, and procedures.
• The skills to compose and provide information via the telephone, e-mail and postal mail.
• The understanding to prepare reports and assist with overall department functions.
• The knowledge to effectively utilize software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• The capability to conduct Internet research.
• The ability to organize and file office/business records.

This program prepares students to work in fast-paced office environments as corporate secretaries, executive assistants, office administrators, and special assistants. Upward mobility in this role is possible with experience, motivation, dedication, and a positive attitude.

• Administrator
• Officer
• Project Coordinator
• Records Analyst
• Office Assistant

• 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 and a passing grade on the admissions test.

• The ability to assist the Marketing Manager with a wide range of marketing activities. Also prepare desktop publishing and develop sales collateral, proposals, brochures, newsletters using Microsoft Publisher, Photoshop Basics and Illustrator Basics.
• Exposure to direct mail, outbound calls, mass e-mail, broadcast campaigns, marketing events and trade shows, public relations, and other marketing tools.

• Administrative Officer
• Administrative Services Coordinator
• Business Services Officer
• Implementation Officer
• Office Coordinator
• Planning Officer
• Public Trustee

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

• The knowledge and skills necessary to manage relationships and key accounts.
• An understanding of the sales profession and the environments in which they will be selling.
• The opportunity to explore the consultative selling approach and various selling processes in depth.
• Professional skills to develop sale proposals and deliver effective sales presentations.
• The ability to assess their potential clients and adjust their personality style to successfully build rapport with each client.

• Account Executive
• Broker, Merchandiser
• Salesperson
• Sales Agent
• Exporter, Sales Consultant
• Sales Representative