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Continuing Education programs and courses

Gain the skills you need to feel more confident in your role, advance your career, and improve your resume. Upskill or reskill, and fast-track your career success.

Developed to meet industry demand

NorQuest’s contuning education programs were created to meet high-demand areas of employment. With over a hundred programs and courses to choose from, you can gain in-demand skills that also align with your interests and career goals.

Find the program that’s right for you

What do you want to learn about?

  • Business
  • Environment and Technology
  • Health
  • Hospitality
  • Workplace Skills

Building Service Worker

Take pride in your career by learning the latest techniques and essential skills needed by employers to improve the spaces where people work and play.

Outcome

Completion certificate

Length

6 days (1 day per week)

Program

Energy Advisor

Are you a self-starter with a desire to improve energy efficiency in homes? Becoming an energy advisor will empower you to help homeowners make real savings and changes in their homes.
Outcome

Completion certificate

Length

20 days (5 days a week)

Program

Family Caregiver Wellness Workshops

NorQuest College offers a wide range of workshops taught by experienced healthcare professionals to help caregivers gain the confidence and knowledge they need to care for a loved one at home and/or needing end-of-life care.

Outcome

Completion certificate

Length

Varies

Program

Flight Attendant

Ever wonder what it’s like to be a flight attendant? This course is designed to prepare you for a career in aviation. From medical incidents to in-flight emergencies and procedures, our experienced instructors will give you the tools and knowledge to help your career take flight!
Outcome

Completion certificate

Length

8 Weeks (1 day per week)

Program

Foundational Business and Entrepreneurial Skills in Healthcare

Learn how to develop a successful healthcare business or advance your career in project and business management. This online, flexible program will provide the training and skills you need to take an idea into the market.
Outcome

Microcredential

Length

30 hours

Program

Health Information Management

The Health Information Management microcredential at NorQuest College teaches you how to use data and technologies to meet the demands of healthcare organizations. Learn how health information is interpreted and used for critical decision making of health care delivery.
Outcome

Microcredential

Length

16 weeks per badge

Program

Ideation to Creation

All great businesses start with an idea. The journey of an entrepreneur requires drive, patience, and fortitude to transform an idea into a sustainable business model. In just 12 short weeks (36 hours), you will gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to turn your business idea into reality!
Outcome

Completion certificate

Length

36 hours/12 weeks

Program

IndTech

Participants work online and in small class environments to develop employability skills. Graduates learn communication, teamwork, and technical skills in data processing, data management, and software literacy.
Outcome

Completion certificate

Length

Four months

Program

Inspiring Teams

The Inspiring Teams badge will cover a wide range of topics including effective communication, coaching, social impact, talent and culture development.
Outcome

Microcredential

Length

26 hours

Program

Insurance Professional

NorQuest’s Insurance Professional program will help you develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become an entry level insurance advisor or broker.
Outcome

Completion certificate

Length

6 months (8-10 hours per week)

Program

Introduction to Healthcare Technology

Learn about new, emerging health technology and strategies to incorporate it into your workplace. Discover how you can use this technology to improve processes, patient care, and training during this flexible, online program.
Outcome

Microcredential

Length

13.5 hours

Program

Introduction to Supply Chain Design for the Tourism Sector

The tourism industry is buzzing with growth and new work opportunities. If you have background or interest in supply chain, this program could be the key to advancing your career!
Outcome

Microcredential

Length

15-20 hours per badge (excluding work experience)

Program

Managerial Excellence

Not only will you leave with a new understanding of leadership, but you’ll also have experience applying your knowledge in the community. Combining experiential learning and community-based projects, we offer you a mix of unconventional education  and opportunities to gain hands-on experience.

Outcome

Microcredential

Length

12 weeks (4 hours twice a week)

Program

Managerial Leadership

The Managerial Leadership badge will cover a wide range of topics including personal leadership style, personal brand, design thinking, emotional intelligence, and agile leadership.
Outcome

Length

26 hours (6-8 hours per week)

Program

Organizational Management

The Organizational Management badge covers a wide range of topics including organizational governance, financial acumen, risk management, digital transformation and trends for the future.
Outcome

Length

19 hours

Program

Supply Chain for the Tourism Sector

NorQuest College’s Supply Chain for the Tourism Sector is designed for supply chain professionals looking to pivot into a new, in-demand industry.
Outcome

Microcredential

Length

15-20 hours per badge (excluding work experience)

Program

Taxi Ambassador

This program is restricted to Edmonton International Airport taxi drivers only. All three courses included in the program must be completed to receive the Taxi Ambassador Program certificate.

Outcome

Completion certificate

Length

2 days

Program