Located in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, The Media Unit of Holland College offers full-time Certificate & Diploma programs in media & creative disciplines such as Journalism, Photography & Digital Imaging, Graphic Design, Video Game Animation, and Fundamental Arts. With programs for students of all backgrounds and tastes, Holland College's reputation as a leader in hands-on, skills-based training is putting our graduates to work all over the world.
At Holland College, we believe that you will get the most out of your college experience if you have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities outside of class. When our students were asked why they chose Holland College for their career training, their top three answers were: employment opportunities; the college offered their program of choice; and the college's emphasis on skills oriented training.
Diploma Programs
- Video Game Art and Animation
- Graphic Design
- Journalism
- Photography and Digital Imaging
Certificate Program:
- Fundamental Arts
2. Holly's Hair School
Courses / Programs
Holly's Hair School is located in the heart of North Vancouver, on the north shore of Burrard Inlet, directly across from Vancouver, British Columbia. We have a salon and school, both located at one modern facility. Since it’s opening in 1998, it has been the premier hairdressing school on the North Shore. With education at the heart of the business, Holly’s team is dedicated to the art of beauty.
Our students can expect the best experience when they visit our first class facility in North Vancouver. This particular school has been very successful with post-graduation career opportunities for its students. After completing the program at Holly's many of her students have gone on to work in some of the top salons on the North Shore such as Hatz Hair Design.
Owner Shawn Mitha takes the students from junior stylists to extremely successful salon professionals. Hairdressing is a trade that brings together two common traits that many people posess; creativity and people skills. Its a multi-million dollar industry that employs close to 11,000 people in British Columbia alone.
- Hairdressing Program:
Our 10 month program is designed for you to achieve excellence through hands-on curriculum, made to inspire you, flex your imagination, create trends and find success. The program is 30 hours per week, running Tuesday to Saturday from 9:00am to 4:30 pm.
Program Features:
- 10 months duration
- practical, hands-on approach to cosmetology
- flexible schedules
- weekly theory topics
- student loans available
3. The Culinary Arts School Of Ontario
Courses / Programs
Located in Mississauga, ON, just west of Toronto and minutes from the communities of Brampton, Etobicoke and Oakville, The Culinary Arts School of Ontario gives you a superb start to your Culinary Arts career. Our Chef Training Diploma & Workshop programs immerse you in the essential skills that form the building blocks of all classic cuisine. You learn basic knife skills, stocks, sauces, meat, poultry and seafood cookery through classic interpretation of recipes, and work your way through more sophisticated levels of food preparation. In addition to our adult courses, we also provide fun Kids & Teens classes for the Chefs of the future!
The School's proven approach to learning encompasses a series of modules, each comprised of approximately 5 - 10 hours of textbook, workbook and projects along with 20 - 30 hours of practical kitchen exercises.
With a class sizes of 10-12 students to one chef-instructor, the Culinary Arts School can ensure that you develop confidence with your understanding and skill development. Whether your goal is to become a personal chef, run a five-star restaurant, or open your own catering business, our programs are an intense career and goal-directed, yet affordable, way to achieve that dream in just months.
- Culinary Arts Diploma (18 weeks)
- Sous Chef Diploma (34 weeks)
- Professional Chef Diploma (51 weeks)
Recreational Cooking Classes:
- Knife Skills
- Foodie Series
- Seasonal Classes
- Team Building Cooking Classes
Kids & Teens Cooking Classes:
- Summer Camp (Ages 8-16)
- March Break (Ages 8-16)
- Teen Chef
4. Creative Boost, Montreal
Courses / Programs
Creative Boost, is an art school in Montreal, Quebec, in east-central Canada. Our welcoming and dynamic team invites you to boost your creativity within our community, thus making art a part of your lifestyle. We welcome individuals of diverse backgrounds, experience and skill levels. Our facility accommodates workspaces and a full clay studio. Come join our courses and enjoy refreshments while chatting with friends in our lounge area. At Creative Boost, you’ll discover more than just an organization; you’ll find a place where you can feel at home.
Art Courses:
Pottery & Ceramics; Sculpture; Painting & Drawing; Photography
5. Numa International Institute of Makeup and Design, Edmonton
Courses / Programs
Numa International Institute of Makeup and Design (NiiMD) in Edmonton is a professional makeup school offering full-time and part-time training programs including Advanced Fashion Makeup, Special FX, Airbrush, Studio Hair-styling and Image Consulting to students who want to work in the beauty industry. We also have a beauty training school in Calgary.
All classes are held Monday - Thursday. Full-time classes are held 9am - 3:30pm, and part-time classes are held 6pm - 9:45pm.
Makeup and Design Programs:
- Airbrush
- Advanced Fashion Makeup
- Special Effects Makeup
- Essential Makeup
- Styling and Image Consulting
- Studio Hair-styling
- Teen Fashion Fridays
6. MC College, Alberta
Courses / Programs
M.C. College offers accredited programs in hairstyling, esthetics and fashion at several locations throughout Western Canada. With campuses in Edmonton and Calgary in Alberta as well as different locations throughout British Columbia, M.C. College Group has over 100 full and part-time employees. The educational faculty at each location is made up of experienced industry professionals. M.C. College Group inspires them to continue their professional development and provides instructional training to insure they are the best trained faculty in their respective programs.
The head office staff includes a Director of Operations, Director of Education and Controller with more than 40 years combined experience in the organization. Full time curriculum specialists in all three programs insure MC College delivers the most comprehensive program possible. An Artistic Director, with over 30 years experience as a platform artist and a team of internationally recognized technical advisors in both hairstyling and esthetics, consistently update the skills of the instructional faculty.
M.C. College offers accredited programs in hairstyling, esthetics and fashion at several locations throughout Western Canada. Full time curriculum specialists in all three programs insure MC College delivers the most comprehensive program possible.
7. Numa Studios
Courses / Programs
Numa Studios is Canada's number one digital photography studio that provides quality digital results in both photography and video production. We have locations in Calgary and Edmonton in Alberta (Prairie Province) in Western Canada. Our 20,000 sq ft Calgary facility is located just blocks from the Chinook Centre, allowing easy access both by public transport and car. We offer a digital photography program for aspiring photographers who want to learn how to take great pictures.
We provide our students with a comprehensive curriculum, which will allow the novice, enthusiast or semi pro to acquire the skills to undertake a career as a photographer. They say a picture says a thousand words. Now, you can learn how to communicate a message with your pictures and captivate your audience.
Photography is a rewarding and profitable career. All graduates of the digital photography program will have a chance to work within the Numa network. This will enable them to both expand their portfolio and acquire industry contacts.
As part of Numa Life Management Group, Numa Studio has access to the many resources provided by the organization, making it more seamless and profitable for clients of Numa.
* Year-round workshops / seminars can run during the week and or on weekends.
8. Max The Mutt Animation School, Toronto
Courses / Programs
Located in Toronto, Ontario, Max the Mutt Animation School provides an environment in which students are encouraged to work hard to achieve their full potential. Max the Mutt Animation School guarantees small class size with serious individual instruction by highly qualified instructors who are working professionals in their fields. We offer a wide range of Certificate, Diploma, and Professional Workshops in a variety of Animation fields.
We believe in giving our students a solid, well-rounded education, and the encouragement to help them develop as artists. At the same time, we expect students to conduct themselves in a professional manner, which includes the ability to take direction, meet deadlines, work with each other, and fulfill responsibilities. The development of good work habits is important in preparing for a successful career in animation, concept design, advertising, graphic design, art direction, comic books and graphic novels.
Animation Diploma Programs:
- Classical and Computer Animation
- Illustration for Sequential Arts, Comic Books and Graphic Novels
- Concept Art for Animation and Video Games
Certificate Program:
- Visual Effects for Film and TV Certificate
Animation Workshops:
- Comic Book Basic Training
- Penciling For Comics
- Comic Strip Workshop
- Manga Workshop
- Maya Basics
- Adobe Illustrator
9. Studio Technique, Montreal
Courses / Programs
Studio Technique is a classical figure drawing school in Montreal, Quebec, focusing on life drawing for the fine artist and to meet the needs of industry artists such as those in the comic and animation industries. Our focus is to provide a strong foundation in drawing which will not only strengthen the abilities of the fine artist, but also provide the training needed by commercial artists, such as those in the animation, illustration, graphics and comic book industries.
The staff at Studio Technique have worked with some of the most reputable film animation and video game companies to date.
At Studio Technique, we believe drawing is a language. We strive to encourage the poetry in the advanced artist, and teach the words and grammar of drawing to the beginner so they too can learn to speak it. There are courses for all levels of artists, from the first time artist to specialized courses designed for the needs of industry professionals. Uninstructed drop-in sessions with a model are also available for those who wish to practice on their own time.
- Fundamentals of Drawing (levels 1-4)
- Portraiture
- Costume Drawing
- Drop-in life drawing
- Animation, character design and storyboard classes (coming soon)
10. Capilano University
Courses / Programs
Founded in 1968, Capilano University's main campus is in North Vancouver, nestled in a natural environment on the slopes of the North Shore and only a 20-minute drive from downtown Vancouver. The beauty of the campus and the quality of education attract students from around the world. Capilano University welcomes international students from more than 60 countries each year. Capilano University provides a solid academic foundation and is committed to developing new and innovative programs in response to market demand. The Illustration/Design: Elements and Applications (IDEA) program is a unique three-year diploma program that prepares students for employment as visual communicators. IDEA teaches students how to think conceptually and to apply traditional and digital tools to solve communication challenges using both disciplines in an integrated way. IDEA is also different because instructors are working professionals, bringing current experience into the classroom.
3 year diploma program: Illustration/Design: Elements and Applications (IDEA). If you have artistic talent or a sense of design, the IDEA program may be for you. The curriculum addresses applied development in both design and illustration skills supported by a strong theoretical foundation. This dual training makes IDEA very different from other programs and gives graduates a definite edge in career building.
