Build skills for a changing world
Alberta digital economy jobs could grow by up to 33% by 2030
Be ready for opportunities in technology, data, and creative fields today. Develop the versatility to keep pace in industries shaped by innovation and change.
Gain practical skills and experience you can demonstrate
Hands-on learning, accessible entry points, and clear pathways to work and further study help make technology, science, and creative fields attainable.
Environmental Technician
Become an environmental technician at NorQuest College. Gain practical skills in environmental science, field work, and conservation.
Outcome
Diploma
Length
4 or 5 terms
Machine Learning Analyst
The Machine Learning Analyst diploma program provides a flexible, industry-aligned education for the modern data and artificial intelligence workforce.
Outcome
Diploma
Length
4 terms
Digital Design
Outcome
Diploma
Length
4 terms
Digital Marketing
Outcome
Post-diploma certificate
Length
2 terms
Content Creator
Digital Information Careers
Careers in data are growing fast, and this neuro-inclusive, eight-month certificate program can help you get started. Designed to be supportive and beginner-friendly, it equips you with a specializ...
Outcome
Certificate
Length
2 terms
Arts and Sciences Diploma
NorQuest’s Arts and Sciences diploma offers small class sizes and transferable credits towards a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science.
Outcome
Diploma
Length
4 terms
Engineering University Transfer Certificate
Outcome
Certificate
Length
2 terms
Greenhouse Practices and Operational Fundamentals
Outcome
Microcredential
Length
50 hours
Get career-building experience on real-world projects
AI in action at the museum
To solve an authentic challenge for the Royal Alberta Museum, NorQuest Machine Learning Analyst students built an AI prototype app that identifies wild bird eggs. Students worked with museum staff to train the model, using pixel data to recognize egg size, colour, and unique markings. The resulting tool reduces a three-hour manual research process down to minutes.
Collaborations like this help public institutions innovate while giving students practical experience and tangible project work they can showcase on their resumes and carry forward into their careers.
Learning in the field
For six weeks, Environmental Technician students experience Alberta's forests, wetlands, waterways, and working landscapes as their classroom. Travelling to projects across the province as part of their field experience, they apply their learning through environmental monitoring, field research, navigation, and data collection.
Working alongside industry professionals, Indigenous Knowledge Keepers, and community partners, students develop the technical, teamwork, and problem-solving skills that prepare them for the realities of field-based.
Create work that opens doors
Professional design is about more than making something look amazing. It's also about using creativity and expertise to meet real-world needs. That's why Digital Design students work with an authentic client brief for their major final project.
From concept to completion, students draw on technical and creative skills to research, develop, and refine a design. The result is a portfolio-ready project that shows future employers not only an ability to create functional design solutions, but also how they think through challenges and bring ideas to life.
Smart decisions start with clear info. What you should know:
How will these programs prepare me for a changing workplace?
New tools will reshape workplaces, but strong judgment, problem-solving, and communication remain essential. You'll develop those capabilities alongside a strong grounding in the technologies shaping today's workplaces. By combining the most current technical knowledge with applied learning, you'll build a foundation that can adapt as industries evolve and new opportunities emerge.What should I consider when choosing a program?
The right program depends on you and your goals.
Consider:
- Your interests: What kind of work would you enjoy?
- Your future goals: What careers or opportunities do you want to pursue?
- Your credential: Do you want short-term training, a certificate, or a diploma?
- Your starting point: Do you meet the requirements or is there another way to enter the program?
- Your learning preferences: What fits your schedule and lifestyle?
If you’re unsure, you don’t need to figure this all out on your own. Reach out to an advisor for help.
What if I don’t meet the admission requirements?
Missing a course or prerequisite doesn't close the door. Depending on the program, you may be able to qualify through:
- Open Admissions Pathways: An alternative admission route that uses approved courses for entry into select programs.
- Academic Upgrading: High school-level courses to meet admission requirements or earn your high school diploma.
- Academic Assessment: Testing to determine your academic skill levels.
- English language proficiency: Proof of English skills through testing, upgrading, or approved equivalent.
While you work on upgrading your qualifications, you may be able to get a head start on some programs by taking courses through Open Studies.
If you’re unsure, you don’t need to figure this all out on your own. Reach out to an advisor for help.
What financial support could I qualify for?
Start with our interactive Funding Your Education tool. By answering a few quick questions about your student type and program, you’ll get a personalized list of options tailored to your situation.
Depending on your results, your funding options may include:
- Government loans and grants
- Awards, scholarships, and bursaries
- NorQuest and community resources
You can also use our Cost Estimator to calculate your expected tuition and fees.
If you’re unsure, you don’t need to figure this all out on your own. Reach out to an advisor for help.
Can I fit school around work and other responsibilities?
Yes. Many NorQuest programs offer flexible study options. Depending on the program, you may find:
- Flexible delivery: In-person, online, blended, or HyFlex learning that lets you choose between online or in-person participation
- Flexible scheduling: Real-time, anytime, evening, or weekend classes
- Part-time study: Learn at a pace that works for you
- Community-based learning: Some work-integrated learning opportunities may be available closer to home
Check the program pages for details about delivery methods, schedules, and placement requirements.
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