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Develop job search and workplace survival skills. Discover your particular learning style and learn how to use this knowledge to improve your marks.

Learn to write clearly and accurately while improving grammar, spelling, and composition skills. Enhance your reading comprehension and vocabulary and develop reading skills that will be useful in any subject area.

Improve your math skills to prepare for high school credit courses or to qualify for workplace skill training.

Develop and improve the computer skills you will need in the workplace or for further academic studies. Work on your computer literacy, including email, Internet and keyboarding.

Learn the pathological processes underlying diseases and disorders that produce alterations in human physiologic function across the lifespan. Each pathological process is explained as a concept and examined through examples of typical diseases and disorders. Gain a basic understanding of the diagnosis and management of the disease process associated with pathophysiologic dysfunction.

This course focuses on the pathological processes underlying diseases and disorders. It gives learners a foundation for understanding the phenomena that produce alterations in human physiologic function across the lifespan. The course includes common disease entities as examples of pathological processes. Each pathological process is explained as a concept and illustrated by typical diseases and disorders. Disease is discussed in terms of manifestations, etiology, and complications. Learners will gain a basic understanding of the diagnosis and management of the disease process associated with pathophysiologic dysfunction.

Learn the principles of effective communication, client safety, client comfort, and laws and ethical practices. This course will prepare you for client contact and safe client care.

Examine the physiological effects of drugs on humans, including therapeutic effects, side effects, adverse effects, and drug interactions. Study common drug classifications and selected medications, including herbal preparations, within each classification. Explore the pertinent legislation related to best evidence in medication therapy.

Enhance your customer service skills. Learn to present ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively in verbal and written forms. Perfect your oral skills so that you can perform effectively in professional and social situations. Practise using interpersonal skills, including active listening, questioning, team building, conflict resolution, and strategies for employment. Learn to apply the fundamentals of customer service in the health-care industry and to prepare plans, implement programs, evaluate success, and employ safe medication practices.

Gain an overview of community pharmacy operations. You will learn about the roles of pharmacy personnel, security, technology, and contemporary issues in community pharmacy practice. You will explore the application of federal and provincial legislation governing the provision of community pharmacy services.

Gain an introduction to the organization of health-care institutions, the functions and services of the institutional pharmacy, the role of the institutional pharmacy technician, and the roles of other members of the pharmacy team. Drug distribution systems and pharmacy services are emphasized, including purchasing and inventory management, drug formulary systems, and preparation of extemporaneous compounds.

Study the essential concepts of pharmacotherapeutics and the drugs used to treat various disorders of the human body.

Study the essential concepts of pharmacotherapeutics and the drugs used to treat various disorders of the human body.

Master concepts related to momentum and impulse, electromagnetic radiation, and forces.

Apply your knowledge of safe medication practices, legislation, and theory related to basic concepts in processing community (retail) pharmacy prescriptions. Develop your knowledge base of frequently prescribed medications and related dosage forms available in Canada. You will gain practical experience in the processing of prescriptions and performing quality-control checks and inventory-management activities. The evaluation will be based on evidence of attainment of necessary baseline skills, continuous improvement of skills, and overall competency throughout the lab sessions.

Gain practical experience in applying safe medication practices when preparing a variety of extemporaneous compounds including liquids, suspensions, emulsions, lotions, capsules, solutions, elixirs, ointments, creams, and suppositories. You will learn how to competently calculate, weigh, and measure chemicals and complete records in a timely and accurate manner.

Gain practical experience in applying safe medication practices when preparing parenteral products. The following components will be emphasized: development of basic aseptic techniques, accuracy, record keeping, professionalism, and strict adherence to protocol.

Gain practical experience in applying safe medication practices within the various drug distribution systems. The use of manual and computerized order processes for a variety of drug distribution systems will be emphasized. Performance evaluation will be based on evidence of the attainment of baseline skills, the continuous improvement of those skills, and overall competency throughout the lab sessions.

Learn about the development and implementation of comprehensive security programs. Explore the related topics of risk management, loss prevention, internal controls, and developing security countermeasures.

Learn how community and institutional pharmacies operate as businesses. Explore the different components of pharmacy operations, including organizational development, merchandising, inventory management and purchasing, and cash handling. Discuss performance management and its application in the pharmacy environment.

Learn about contemporary Canadian politics by examining the evolution of federalism, the Constitution, parliament, Aboriginal and minority rights, the welfare state, multiculturalism, and similar topics. Focus on critical thinking and writing skills.

You will be placed in a real-life work situation where you will have the opportunity to practise your knowledge and skills.

During this six-week (30-day) practicum opportunity, you will be introduced to a community physical therapy setting and the role of the physical therapy assistant in providing therapy to clientele. Throughout this experience, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate therapeutic communication, positioning, mobility and modalities, the use of assessment tools, and exercise instruction under the supervision of a physical therapist. Professionalism and team communication skills are also emphasized.

During this 6-week (30-day) practicum opportunity, you will be introduced to an institutional physical therapy setting and the role of the physical therapy assistant in providing therapy to clientele. Throughout this experience, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate therapeutic communication, positioning, mobility and modalities, the use of assessment tools, and exercise instruction under the supervision of a physical therapist. Professionalism and team communication skills are emphasized.

Demonstrate your skills and knowledge of best practices in child care in a supervised program. Plan and implement programs as part of your practicum placement. Write theme plans that encourage growth in the different areas of child development, and use the theme plans to develop daily and weekly plans.

Use your knowledge and skills from previous courses to organize, plan, and implement programs for a safe, secure, and caring learning environment. Learn to plan for routines and transitions and to use community resources when planning.

Master all aspects of carpet and upholstery maintenance from daily cleaning to more advanced methods such as steam cleaning and shampooing.

Practise complete floor care maintenance procedures including scrubbing, stripping, sealing and finishing, spray buffing and finishing, and using automatic scrubbers.

Learn basic cleaning theory and skills. Study basic chemicals and their use. Learn about cleaning tools, proper techniques, and the safe use of floor polishers.

Learn how to clean lights, ceilings, walls, windows, furniture, and metals. Apply proper washroom cleaning procedures.

Learn about issues surrounding contract cleaning in the janitorial, housekeeping, and custodial field.

Learn practical skills about infection control procedures and issues in the janitorial, housekeeping, and custodial fields.

Explore the properties, uses, and limitations of a variety of materials used in the printing industry. Emphasis is on paper: its characteristics, grades, and related calculations.

Practise the skills learned in the classroom as they relate to building service tasks in an urban custodial setting.

Ensure that you are able to manage the basic mathematical processes, such as the use of ratios, that you need to function in business or supervisory positions.

Develop the practical skills you need to help with recruiting and training new staff, evaluating employee performance, and dealing with employee reprimands.

Learn about Occupational Health and Safety regulations, WCB, and general safety issues important for all staff on the work site.

Acquire the practical leadership skills you will need as a supervisor.

Learn and perform basic equipment repairs and maintenance.

Learn basic legal requirements for landlords.

Learn about building operations, procedures in fire and flood, vandalism, restoration, advanced floor care issues, and trends in the industry.

Observe supervisors carrying out supervisory tasks in an urban custodial setting.

Gain further experience with building repair and maintenance through hands-on training for minor plumbing, electrical, and drywall repairs and machine/equipment repairs.

Learn the mathematics skills required for entry-level occupations in the graphics/print industry.

Learn about computer fundamentals with emphasis on skills training. Practical skills include basic Windows and file-management procedures.

Briefly explore film assembly. Learn the fundamentals of digital camera operations, half-tone and duotone techniques, and composite and colour proofing. Learn scanning and direct-to-plate imaging and plate making for offset printing presses.

Learn the basics of email, word processing, and the Internet.

Develop your skills in technical writing and speaking to small groups. Practise the techniques of technical style in exercises and short assignments. Work on both individual and group projects.

Gain a brief history and a broad overview of the graphic communication industry and the career opportunities that exist. Learn about the many roles and processes associated with the commercial print market, including the four printing classifications.

Gain a hands-on introduction to the Macintosh computer system. Recognize, interpret, and prepare tasks involving basic computerized typesetting processes. Learn through theory and practical assignments using electronic publishing equipment that is used in industry.

Learn about offset press systems and operations. Acquire basic skills in finishing processes. This course includes theory and hands-on training.

Learn the interpersonal communication skills required of a customer service representative in the print media industry.

Gain an introduction to production design skills using a current industry vector-based graphic software package on the Macintosh computer. Use various tools and palettes to complete print projects.

Acquire a basic understanding of how Macintosh works and how to solve common computer problems. Learn to proofread and repair files before output to ensure that all the elements comprising the pages are in the correct format for output to industry standard specifications for the print industry.

Learn marketing techniques and how to build a business from the beginning. Learn methods that will help you work with the public and clients in custodial positions in urban settings.

Learn the essential skills in using computers for word processing, email, Internet search, resume writing, and writing for business.

Focus on colour reproduction. Explore colour theory as it pertains to the press and bindery areas. Apply this knowledge to printing and finishing projects using the lab equipment and quality-control tools.

Through a series of learning activities, you will build the skills required to complete two projects. Learn about image resolution and file management, and how they relate to various output devices.

Acquire the knowledge and ability that will enable you to recognize, interpret, and prepare tasks involving basic computerized typesetting processes. Learn through theory and practical assignments, using electronic publishing equipment found in the industry.

Learn to conceptualize, create, and maintain websites suitable for use in multimedia projects, intranets, or publishing on the Internet. Use common design tools in the construction of websites.

Increase your CSR skills by focusing on the complexity of the sales, planning, and marketing components of the print/graphics industries while learning to use your "print generalist" skills. Develop the ability to incorporate all aspects of client needs with production and distribution requirements.

Learn advanced skills in layout, design, and production, using a vector-based drawing program, a page layout program, and an image manipulation program on the Macintosh computer. The focus is on designing and producing mechanical artwork used for the production of publishing and presentation materials.

Learn about paper metrification and costing for paper and ink in sheet-fed applications.

Gain knowledge of the printing industry from an administrative perspective. Explore the classification of different print shops, typical organizational charts and the reason for their use, and the importance of quality control and ISO ratings.

Apply your acquired knowledge and skills to various printing projects. The dynamics of a print shop are replicated to allow you to emulate working in a real print shop environment. Gain experience with the operation and maintenance of the Docutech 135. This system is widely used in the print community, and you will acquire the skills to produce a variety of print requests.

Explore the aspects of more difficult and complex printing. Develop your skills in operating a two-colour press and larger format presses with registration systems and cylinder bearers. Learn about methods of printing and binding duplex and bookwork.

Continue to develop your skills in electronic imagery using Photoshop. Work through the print production process, from scanning to press proofs, mastering the procedure and technology at each stage.

Apply more complex layout formats in electronic publishing. Study typographic theory and apply it to multi-page documents. Incorporate such concepts as construction of geometrically complex documents, defining and applying style sheets, and the effective use of master pages.

Build on the skills you acquired in Web Production I. Using Adobe, Dreamweaver, and Flash in concert with other programs, you will develop more advanced web design and management skills.

Apply the skills and knowledge you have learned in the Digital Graphics Communications program to print projects. The dynamics of a print shop are replicated to allow you to emulate real jobs. A work experience practicum will give you further opportunities to apply your skills in an industry setting.

Enhance your skills in computer design using drawing and page layout programs on the Macintosh computer. Focus on the technical side of designing and preparing files for printing from design to layout, comps, and pre-flighting. Learn how the design of your documents impacts the cost of reproduction.

Use a problem-solving approach for estimating production time and costs associated with each production segment of a printed product. This course is a continuation of Printing Estimating I.

Recognize the importance of production scheduling, dockets, and related paperwork. Identify different print facilities from in-house facility management and outsourcing to traditional and digital print shops. Explore various managerial responsibilities and attributes.

Further develop your skills in electronic imagery on the Macintosh computer. Work through the print production process, from scanning to press proofs, and understand the procedures and technology of each stage. Develop skills and techniques used in the graphic arts industry.

Through a work experience practicum in an industry setting, you have an opportunity to enhance the skills that you have learned in the Digital Graphics Communications program. Through the preparation of portfolio work, you will prepare tools to aid in your search for employment.

Create more complex compositions using formatting in electronic publishing with Macintosh computers.

Study ethical behaviour in the field of child care. Learn to recognize child abuse and understand your obligations in the case of abuse. Learn about supporting children who have been exposed to family violence.

This course is the basic foundation course in psychology. It provides an introduction to the scientific study of behaviour and the mind. This course examines the evolution of psychology, research methods, descriptive statistics, the brain and behaviour, human lifespan development, sensation and perception, states of consciousness, conditioning and learning, and memory.

Gain an introductory knowledge of the scientific study of behaviour and the mind. In this basic psychology course, you will focus on cognition (thinking), intelligence and creativity, motivation and emotion, personality, health, stress, and coping, psychological disorders, therapies, and social behaviour.

This course introduces the scientific study of behaviour and human development. You will learn terminology and theoretical concepts common to psychology including the dominant theories in psychology today; the scientific process; human development across the lifespan; processes of the mind including consciousness, learning and memory, cognition and intelligence, emotion and motivation; and social behaviour. The concepts of stress and health and psychological health and illness are introduced.

Study the biological, cognitive, moral, emotional, and social changes that occur in an individual through the human lifespan.

Acquire an overview of the common psychiatric conditions and their symptoms, causes, and treatment modalities. The role of the mental health rehabilitation worker as part of the multidisciplinary team working with clients with mental health disorders is addressed. You will discuss attitudes, stigma, and the influences of culture. Class readings, web-based learning, group discussions, and assignments help illustrate this material.

Enhance your knowledge as a licensed practical nurse and learn theory, nursing care, and skills based on best evidence related to pharmacology therapeutics and medication administration. A laboratory component is included in which students apply new theory and practise nursing skills related to medication administration. Medication calculations are computed and medication administration skills are evaluated.