Benefit from university-level education without the need to attend traditional classes! The rising popularity of MOOCs (Massive Open Online Course) means that no matter where you are located, you can access real college and university courses from real schools free of charge.

You can choose from a range of providers worldwide, many associated with top universities. On completion of some MOOCs, you may be eligible to apply for college credit.

The term MOOC is used to describe large numbers of learners coming together in one course to learn in a connected way. You will have access to all the video lectures, tutorials, and other study materials that you might expect from a module of a university degree.

Most Canadian MOOCs are run through American providers or by individual professors. However, the Canadian-based World Wide Ed plans to offer MOOCs as part of their vision for quality, accessible education for all.

MOOCs are an excellent step towards life-long learning. They encourage independence in students who work in their own spaces, and create authentic networks that they can easily maintain after the course finishes.

MOOC providers in North America include:

- edX: Run jointly by MIT, Harvard, and Berkeley

- Coursera: A for-profit company offering courses from more than a dozen institutions, including Princeton and the University of Virginia

- Udacity: Focuses all its courses on computer science & related fields.

- University of the People: The world’s tuition-free, non-profit, online academic institution dedicated to opening access to higher education globally.

& many more..

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2. Canadian Centre for Verbatim Studies

Courses / Programs

• Acquire the technical skills and knowledge needed to become an Authorized Court Transcriptionist or Digital Legal Monitor from the comfort of your own home or office with online classes from Ministry-approved Canadian Centre for Verbatim Studies.

• Based in Toronto, we provide a 14-week Court Transcription certification program and a 4 to 16-week Digital Legal Monitor / Court Reporter course for students living in Canada.

• We offer our students the rare opportunity to achieve a qualification that allows you to work in the middle of the action of the legal profession without a law degree!

• The Court Transcription course is delivered online by two seasoned ACT professionals who have worked for several years in the education, transcription, and court reporting industries.

• Participants can study from home up until the final exam which takes place in Toronto or Ottawa (depending on your preference). Once graduates start working independently, their work can be done remotely wherever they live within Canada.

• Upon successful completion, you will meet the transcript qualification standards set out by the Ministry of the Attorney General of Ontario, and will be eligible to register and become an ACT.

• The Digital Legal Monitor course examines the role and responsibilities of digital legal monitors within the specific context of pre-trial proceedings.

• Digital Monitors are a type of court reporter that uses audio equipment to record in-court or pre-trial proceedings.

Online Court Transcription Certification Program:
- Duration: 14 weeks

Taught by professional transcriptionists who have worked in the transcription & court reporting industries.

The final exam takes place in-person in Toronto or Ottawa.

Online Digital Legal Monitor Program:
- Duration: 4-16 weeks

A DLM is a court reporter who uses audio equipment to record in-court proceedings

While this course is designed to be taken in 4 weeks, students will have access to the course for 4 months

Students can write the final exam at any time during these 4 months.

Specific contact pages

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3. Durham College, Toronto area

Courses / Programs

Based in Toronto, Durham College is a career training institution that provides a wide range of online / distance learning Certificate & Diploma Programs to students from around the world.

Online learners can access their courses and technical support 24 hours a day/seven days a week. Off-site learners only are responsible for software/hardware requirements.

Durham College understands that some students learn best in a classroom setting while others would benefit from the flexibility of off-site learning. Benefits of our online courses include dedicated support staff, flexible schedules, and peer support of fellow students.

Online Certificate Courses:
- Bookkeeping
- Business Fundamentals
- Entrepreneurship
- Management Studies
- Marketing Management
- Operations Management
- Technical Support Analyst
- Microsoft Office...

Online Diploma Programs:
- Business courses
- Early Childhood Education
- Educational Assistant
- Library & Information Technician

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4. University Canada West - Online MBA Degree

Courses / Programs

UCW Vancouver:
University Canada West (UCW) is a private, business-oriented university in Vancouver which offers MBA and Bachelor degrees that prepare you to be an effective leader in the workplace.

UCW is known for its innovation and effectiveness across Canada and abroad. It aims to prepare students for professional-level careers. UCW Vancouver transforms students into graduates who are ready to be the leaders of tomorrow.

Online MBA Program:
The online MBA syllabus is focused on enhancing competencies across areas such as leadership, critical thinking, project planning, and a host of further advanced business disciplines. Each program module is led by an experienced UCW academic, whose role is to encourage discussion and debate, to facilitate active student participation, and to provide guidance and feedback.

Those who graduate from this ACBSP-accredited MBA program will find themselves more capable of responding strategically to challenges within the business environment presents. You will learn to take responsibility for important decisions, with the ability to explain yourself and your ideas.

Student Testimonial:
“I love the flexibility of the online classes, as well as the structure of the weekly course load and due dates. I was able to complete my school work around my work, family and social life.”
Megan Clifton, 2017 Medal for Academic Excellence recipient

Online MBA Program:

Tier 1: Analytical Foundations
•Business Environment, Ethics & Strategy
•Leadership in the Global Context
•Human Interfaces
•Research Methodologies & Inquiry

Tier 2 Management Principles & Practices
•Managerial Accounting
•HRM in the Global Environment or Canadian Human Resource Management
•Marketing Management
•Operations Management

Tier 3 Business Applications
•Financial Management
•Consulting Practice
•Project Management
•Two electives

Tier 4 Integration & Implementation
•Consulting/Research Project or Strategic Management
•One elective

Electives in Marketing, Finance or Leadership

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5. Athabasca University

Courses / Programs

Based in Northern Alberta, Athabasca University is a worldwide leader in quality distance education, providing a wide range of online Undergraduate and Graduate programs, including Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor & Masters Degree levels. We have over 700 courses in a large selection of arts, science, and professional disciplines.

Most AU courses are delivered through distance learning as individualized study. If you prefer the structure of learning in a classroom or online with other students, we also offer grouped study courses across Canada.

Our courses are designed for study online, at a distance, or in a classroom so you can continue your education without sacrificing personal, family, career, or community commitments. Our course fees include all textbooks and materials, so you will know what you're paying at the start.

At AU, we are dedicated to the removal of barriers that restrict access to success in university-level study, and to increasing equality of educational opportunity for adult learners worldwide. Our approach to post-secondary education is based on four key principles: excellence, openness, flexibility and innovation.

Online Degree, Diploma & Certificate Programs

Undergraduate Programs:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of General Studies
- Bachelor of Health Administration
- Bachelor of Human Resources
- Bachelor of Management
- Bachelor of Nursing
- Bachelor of Science
- Certificates of Completion
- University Certificates
- University Diplomas

Graduate Programs:
- Arts
- Business
- Counselling
- Health
- Science and Technology

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6. University Canada West - Online Associate of Arts

Courses / Programs

UCW Vancouver:
University Canada West (UCW) is a private, business and arts-oriented university in Vancouver which offers MBA and Bachelor degrees that prepare you to be an effective leader in the workplace.

UCW is known for its innovation and effectiveness across Canada and abroad. It aims to prepare students for professional-level careers. UCW Vancouver transforms students into graduates who are ready to be the leaders of tomorrow.

Online Associate of Arts:
The Associate of Arts (AA) online syllabus is focused on providing students with a broad foundation of knowledge. Students pursuing an AA degree will acquire a base of skills and knowledge needed to pursue additional post-secondary education or to enter the workforce.

The AA degree is accepted for transfer into bachelor degree programs at University Canada West (UCW) and BC degree-granting institutions if other admission requirements are met.

Student Testimonial:
“I love the flexibility of the online classes, as well as the structure of the weekly course load and due dates. I was able to complete my school work around my work, family and social life.”
Megan Clifton, 2017 Medal for Academic Excellence recipient

Online Associate of Arts undergraduate degree program:

Tier 1: University Foundation 1
• Two first-year English courses
• One Science course
• One Mathematics or Computing Science course
• Two Humanities courses
• Two Social Science courses
• Two Arts elective course

Tier 2 University Foundation II
• One (1) Lab Science course
• Six (6) second-year Arts courses
• Three (3) general electives

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7. Alternative Medicine College of Canada

Courses / Programs

The Alternative Medicine College of Canada (AMCC) is an educational institution that offers accredited certificate & diploma correspondence courses in Naturopathy, Homeopathy, and Bioenergetics to students world-wide. We provide our students with the training and expertise necessary to become qualified specialists in their desired field. The College was the initiative of several health practitioners from a consultation office and has made itself known worldwide since 1988. The teachers are confirmed practitioners who strive to provide students with a diverse and complete educational approach, thus providing a serious, efficient and complementary alternative to conventional medicine.

The Alternative Medicine College is accredited by various governmental and professional associations including the American Alternative Medical Association (AAMA), the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP) and the National Association of Naturopaths (NAN, in Canada).

Natural Health Practitioner Programs:
- Natural Health Consultant (level 1)
- Natural Health Educator (level 2)
- Natural Health Technician (level 3)

Speciality Options:
- Naturopathy Option
- Bioenergetics Option
- Homeopathy Option

Other Programs:
- Distance Learning Certificates by Themes
- Individual Courses
- Holistic Nutritionist Program
- Doctorate Program

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8. EU Business School - Online Degree Courses in Canada & Worldwide

Courses / Programs

• Further your career and study business online in Canada, USA, Europe & around the world with EU Business School to earn an internationally-accredited MBA, BBA bachelor's degree or a master's degree in Management, Marketing, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, and Fashion & Luxury Industry Business via small, dynamic classes taught in English.

• Established in 1973, EU Business School is part of the EU network of business schools in Switzerland (Geneva), Germany (Munich), and Spain (Barcelona) recognized worldwide for the excellence of the students and faculty.

• EU Business School truly is an international institution:
Our diverse student body is made up of students of 100+ nationalities coming from, for example, Albania, Algeria, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Bulgaria, Brazil, Cameroon, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gambia, Germany, Ghana, India, Italy, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Norway, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UAE, UK, USA, and more.

• EU Business School has been ranked #1 for the Online MBA, and as part of the 2022 QS Top MBA rankings, EU was placed 20th in the world.

• EU combines the American university model with top European management practices for today's business world.

• We welcome you to contact us today about your interest in our online degree programs or enrollment into our campus-based courses.

Accredited Online Degree Courses:

• Online BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration degree course.

• Online EBBA - Executive Bachelor of Business Administration degree.

• Online MBA Degree Programs where specializations include:

- Blockchain Management
- Communication & Public Relations
- Digital Business
- Entrepreneurship
- Global Banking & Finance
- HR Management
- International Business
- International Marketing

• Online Masters Programs include:
- Masters in Management
- Masters in Marketing
- Masters in Innovation & Entrepreneurship
- Masters in Business Analytics & Data Science

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9. International Career Institute - Online Courses for Canadian & Global Students

Courses / Programs

• The International Career Institute (ICI) is a leading provider of distance education for home study in Canada, the U.S., UK & worldwide.

• Through experienced industry-based faculty and the latest resources, ICI delivers close to 100 exciting career and lifestyle-focused courses to a broad range of people around the world.

• Our online courses are offered at certificate, diploma and advanced diploma level in a range of career fields.

• We provide a learning schedule to suit You - to fit into your lifestyle and study at your own pace!

• ICI is a provider of courses used by individuals, business and government to improve the skill sets and performance of personal careers, staff and management.

• We are an accredited and recognised member of the International Association of Private Career Colleges (IAPCC), the International Accreditation and Recognition Council (IARC).

• ICI is a proven educational method, committed to student service, and reasonable tuition prices which results in an outstanding learning experience. Graduates have obtained employment and established successful businesses across a wide range of industries.

Student Testimonial:
"I wasn’t able to leave my full time job to study so distance learning suited me best. I was able to set my own timetable and submit assessments around my own commitments. Had it not been for the flexible nature of the course I would not been able complete my studies!"
- Michael

Online Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, MBA Courses

•Business Management
•Hospitality
•Bookkeeping
•Advertising
•Marketing
•Sales
•Import-Export
•E-Business
•Secretarial
•Paralegal Secretarial
•Human Resources (HR)
•Public Relations (PR)
•Fashion Design
•Interior Design
•Jewellery Design
•Photography
•Journalism
•Beauty & Make Up
•Hairdressing
•Wedding Planning
•Event Management
•Tourism
•Real Estate
•Catering & Cooking
•Natural Health / Nutrition
•Counselling & Psychology
•Personal Trainer
•Medical Secretary
•Nursing & Patient Care Assisting
•Pharmacy Assistant
•Pet Care / VET Assistant
•TEFL/ TESOL Teacher Training

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10. Thompson Rivers University

Courses / Programs

Based in south central British Columbia, Thompson Rivers University (TRU) is one of Canada’s leading distance education providers.

TRU delivers over 400 individual courses and more than 57 programs through accessible distance learning programs that can be taken anytime and at an individually-determined pace. We provide a wide range of Certificate, Diploma, and Degree level online courses in fields including Business Administration, Education, Human Sciences, and more.

Open Learning offers fully recognized university courses and programs through a variety of flexible online formats.

We remove the barriers to quality post-secondary distance education by offering continuous enrollment, flexible scheduling, and minimal admission requirements. Take one course or a complete degree program, and study at your own pace.

Online Certificate, Diploma & Degree Programs

Course categories include:
- Adult Basic Education
- Arts
- Business and Management Studies
- Education
- General Studies
- Health and Human Services
- Science
- Technology
- Tourism
- Transfer, Continuing Studies & Extension Programs