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Red Deer College Continuing Education Programs: Bridging the skills gap through online learning

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Oct 20  | 4 minutes read

Technology is advancing at breakneck speed. As a result, career trajectories no longer assume a linear path.

As industries change, professionals and employees at all levels must continuously learn and upskill to remain relevant and grow in their respective roles.

Professionals will require an arsenal of flexible skills that will enable them to assume dynamic roles in their organizations to keep up with this trend and continue advancing on a personal and professional level.

Lifelong learning through continuing education has become crucial for professionals who want to remain relevant in the workplace, as it serves as a strong base for career growth, helping professionals perform better at work, and opening doors to more opportunities.

Red Deer College has a wealth of continuing education opportunities designed to position you for success in your current role and help you catapult your career.

Red Deer College’s School of Continuing Education

Located in Red Deer, Alberta, in Western Canada, Red Deer College’s School of Continuing Education offers learning experiences for every type of learner.

Whether you are looking for online, in-person, part-time or full-time learning opportunities, the School of Continuing Education has a vast array of high-quality certificate and diploma programs tailored to fit the needs of professional learners around the world.

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The School of Continuing Education’s courses and programs cover a wide array of industries that provide you with an opportunity to boost your credentials in business, technology, health care, industry and trades, or engage in personal growth and fulfilment through creative art, or life and leisure opportunities.

Red Deer College’s Occupational Diploma online programs offer great flexibility for professional learners

Upskilling through online learning is having its moment in the limelight, now more than ever amidst the global pandemic.

Red Deer College offers flexible, fully online Occupational Diploma programs that are ideal for international learners seeking to upskill themselves through top-rated continuing education programs, amid travel restrictions.

These courses and programs, led by expert online instructors, provide professionals with a career advancement solution that is effective, cost-efficient, and convenient.

In these applied diplomas, students will engage in activity-based learning, audio/video presentations, workshops and more to enhance their learning experience and exemplify their theoretical knowledge.

Occupational Diploma in Health Care Practice and Management

Red Deer College’s new Occupational Diploma in Health Care Practice and Management, in partnership with Sterling College in Vancouver, will be launching on January 4, 2021.

Working professionals who hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an institution outside of Canada and have recent nursing experience qualify to register for this program.

This program draws upon management and organizational knowledge to support professional learners who either aspire to manage and lead within healthcare organizations or would like to transition their nursing career and credentials to Canada.

This two-year, fully online program emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and the significance of cultural diversity in the health care practice and management field.

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Program graduates will gain both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to advance their nursing career in Canada and lead by example within their organizations.

Occupational Diplomas in Information Technology

A set of new Occupational Diplomas, geared specifically toward the Information Technology industry, will be launched by Red Deer College on January 11, 2021. Offered in partnership with Sterling College, these learning opportunities complement the booming tech industry and high demand for skilled IT professionals.

Professionals seeking to diversity their career options are able to define their desired career path and choose either the Occupational Diploma in Network Administration, or Occupational Diploma in Software Development.

These two-year programs are offered in three different formats: online, face-to-face, or a blend of both. The flexibility of delivery allows professional leaners from all over the world to attend these high-demand programs and begin elevating their career options.

Occupational Diploma in Network Administration

This Occupational Diploma supports the demand for highly skilled information technology professionals across industries and organizations of every size.

In this two-year program, learners will gain an understanding of how to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade web-server hardware and software – a skillset essential to every business.

Graduates of this program are well prepared to perform data backups and disaster recovery operations, along with implementing network traffic and security monitoring software. Hands-on skills such as operating master consoles and installing computer workstations are also refined throughout this program.

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After completion of this program, learners step away with the right skills and knowledge to open doors to career opportunities as an IT Technician, Network Administrator, Network Engineer or Network Support.

Occupational Diploma in Software Development

This two-year program gives graduates an opportunity to launch or advance their career in software development by placing a strong emphasis on technical skills, including planning, designing, and coordinating the development, installation, and operation of computer-based systems.

Covering essentials skills, such as coding, troubleshooting, and testing software, the Occupational Diploma in Software Development credential aligns graduates’ skills with current industry standards, preparing them for entry-level positions in software developer or tester roles in a range of organizational contexts.

Career opportunities are available in many industries ranging from finance to healthcare, allowing graduates the flexibility to go after their dream tech career in organizations of any size.

These new professional education opportunities are strategically designed to advance you to from where you are to where you want to be through applied, comprehensive learning. Be part of the rapidly evolving industries that are taking modern businesses by storm and elevate your career with Red Deer College’s School of Continuing Education.

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