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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2. TalktoCanada

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TalktoCanada is an online English language training school based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, that helps organizations and individuals improve their English in an online setting using virtual meeting programs such as WebEx. Students improve their speaking, writing, grammar and pronunciation all through online live training.

- Business ESL training (all levels)
- General Speaking
- TOEFL preparation
- IELTS preparation
- University program specific training

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3. Canadian Society for Social Development (CSSD)

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Based in Nelson, BC, The Canadian Society for Social Development (CSSD), is a federally-accredited organization that offers online website design, programming and marketing certificate courses for entrepreneurs. Whether you want to work as a web designer or build a website for your own business, Internet Business Development for Entrepreneurs (IBDE) will help you succeed. IBDE programs give you what most other programs do not - a solid understanding of web design to help you really drive your business.

We offer two quality Web Design online programs - the IBDE Web Essentials Program, and the IBDE Web Advanced Program (which is divided into four separate courses).

IBDE is accredited by Selkirk College in Castlegar, BC, and the Canadian Society for Social Development coordinates delivery of the IBDE programs. Students completing the six-month IBDE Web Essentials program receive a certificate in Web Design and Optimization, and students completing our IBDE Web Advanced courses receive a certificate in Advanced Web Design and Optimization. Each Web Advanced course is one month in duration.

IBDE Web Essentials Program:
- Introduction to the Internet
- Site Theory and Design
- Introductory Web Graphics
- Advanced Web Graphics
- HTML/XHTML Programming
- Dreamweaver CS5 ~ Site Development
- Website Marketing and Maintenance
- Final Project Website

IBDE Web Advanced Program:
- Introduction to PHP Programming (Part 1 of 2)
- Advanced PHP and MySQL (Part 2 of 2)
- Wordtracker for SEO
- Blogging for Business

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4. George Brown College

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With nine out of 10 graduates hired within six months of graduation, Toronto’s George Brown College has established a reputation for equipping students with the skills, industry experience and credentials to pursue the careers of their choice. Our Distance Education courses provide you with personalized teacher support and feedback as you pursue an interest, a designation or a certificate in a wide range of fields including Architectural Studies, Business Administration, Health Services, and more.

Continuing Education at George Brown College offers distance education courses in a variety of ways. The courses may be teacher-directed online, self-directed online, OntarioLearn online, CD-based with online support, DVD-based with online support or paper-based with online support.

Many people choose to study in the comfort of their own homes, but distance education gives you the flexibility to learn wherever it is most convenient for you. Some of our distance education courses are semester-based. So, as with an in-class course, you generally need to register in advance of the course start date or shortly thereafter. But some of our distance education courses are continuous intake.

Distance Education Certificate & Continuing Education Programs:

Course Categories include:
- Architectural Studies
- Business Studies
- Community Services
- Construction and Maintenance
- Dental Health
- Emergency Management Leadership
- General English
- Health Services
- Hospitality and Tourism Management
- Information Technology
- Languages
- Legal Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Nursing
- Operations Management
- Technical Training
- Visual Arts and Design
- Writing and Publishing

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5. Durham College, Toronto area

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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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6. Northwest Community College, Continuing Education / Industry Training (CEIT)

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Based in North-West British Columbia, Northwest Community College (NWCC) is a publicly funded, government accredited, public post-secondary educational institution.

We provide online Certificate & Diploma programs in fields including Business Technology, Business Administration, Early Childhood Education, and Information & Communication Technology.

Our distance learning programs prepare students for general and specialized administrative support positions in a variety of business, education, and IT settings.

Whether you're looking to learn a new skill, discover a new hobby, advance in your career or start a new one – Northwest Community College's Continuing Education & Industry Training (CEIT) department has courses, certificates, and lectures that are flexible and convienient.

Online Certificate & Diploma Courses:

- Applied Business Technology
- Business Administration
- Early Childhood Education
- Information & Communication Technology

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7. Memorial University of Newfoundland

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Online and distance education at Memorial University brings one of Canada’s top comprehensive universities into your home.

We offer a wide range of online Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor & Masters degree program in fields including Arts, Business Administration, Nursing (post RN), Technology, and more.

With 40 years experience in distance education delivery and leadership, we can provide you with all the benefits of a residential university, with the convenience of learning online.

If your schedule travels at breakneck speed, we can offer you the flexibility and convenience of studying at your own pace, in your own space, whether it's midday or midnight.

Memorial's distance campus offers a surplus of 450 courses and programs, a registration count of 18,000 students annually. Start or complete your degree, go back for that graduate program, or just complete a few courses…the choice is yours!

Undergraduate Programs:
- Bachelor of Arts (Police Studies)
- Bachelor of Business Administration
- Bachelor of Maritime Studies
- Bachelor of Nursing (post RN)
- Bachelor of Technology

Graduate Programs:
- Master of Education (IT / Post Secondary Studies)
- Master of Physical Education
- Master of Maritime Management
- Master of Nursing
- Master of Technology Management

Certificate Programs:
- Business Administration
- Library Studies
- Quality Management

Diploma Program:
- Diploma in Business Administration

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8. University Canada West - Business Communication Degree Online

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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 Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication:
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication online syllabus is largely focused on how media and communications function in the contemporary business world. Those studying the Online BA will acquire knowledge and skills which lay the foundations for a career such as journalism, public relations or advertising.

Those who graduate from the Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication program will find themselves able to evaluate the effectiveness and integration of all types of media and communication, as well as creating content which follows ethical and legal requirements for a variety of different mediums.

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

Tier 1 University Foundation

Covers 9 modules

Tier 2 Disciplinary Foundation
• Business Environment
• Communications Theory
• Information Gathering
• Writing for the Media
• Visual Communications
• Statistics
• Marketing Management
• Organizational behaviour

Tier 3 Disciplinary Applications
• Social Media
• Legal & Ethical Issues in Mass Media
• Technical Writing & Business Communications
• Professional Communications
• Media & Government
• Public Relations in Practice & Theory
• Research Methodology

Tier 4 Integrative Applications
• Communication Strategy
• Communication Capstone 1
• Communication Capstone 2

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9. Canadian Centre for Verbatim Studies

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• Study from your home or office at your own pace, and earn an Authorized Court Transcriptionist certification or a Digital Legal Monitor qualification from a Ministry-approved career training school.

• Based in Toronto and Ottawa, Canadian Centre for Verbatim Studies provides an in-depth, 14-week Court Transcription Certification Program online to students living in Canada. We also offer a 4-week to 4-month Digital Legal Monitor course.

• Our courses are taught by qualified, seasoned professionals who provide engaging, expert instruction coupled with guided practice and real-world application.

• We are committed to the success of our students by providing them with a comprehensive education in court transcript production and ensuring that they are fully equipped to produce accurate, reliable transcripts of legal proceedings.

• Court Transcription students work through the material at your own leisure. The final exam takes place in-person in Toronto or Ottawa.

• Successful graduates 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 Monitor course is taught entirely online. A digital monitor is also responsible for all of the duties of a court reporter, including marking exhibits, swearing in witnesses, and more.

Online Court Transcription Certification Program:
Duration: 14 weeks

• Successful graduates will be eligible to register and become an ACT.

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

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

• A DLM is a type of 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.

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10. Athabasca University

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Athabasca University (AU) is a Canadian leader in flexible online post-secondary education, offering a variety of courses to students around the world. We provide a wide range of online Certificate, Diploma, and Degree programs at both undergraduate and graduate level. Our distance learning programs cover a wide range of academic fields, including Accounting, Business Administration, Art History, Health Studies, and many more.

We are dedicated to the removal of barriers that restrict access to and success in university-level study and to increasing equality of educational opportunity for adult learners worldwide.

We currently serve about 30,000 students per year, while some 200,000 students have registered in AU's individualized courses and programs since the University was created in 1970.

AU is recognized by the Government of Alberta and reports to the Government of Alberta through the Ministry of Advanced Education and Technology. In 2006, AU became the first Canadian public university to receive accreditation in the United States, through the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Online Bachelor & Master Degrees, Diploma & Certificate Programs

Course Categories include:
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Art History
- Communications
- Computer Science
- Criminal Justice
- Economics
- Geography
- Health Studies
- History
- Human Resources
- Marketing
- Nursing
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Women's Studies, and many more..

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