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Short Study Programs · Newcomers

Newcomer’s Skills Matrix

Match your international education and work experience to a Canadian Career Education College (CCEC) short certificate program. Each program focuses on the Ontario regulations, standards, and tools used in the local workplace.

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How to Use This Matrix

  1. Find your match: look for your previous education or experience in the first column.
  2. See the program: the second column shows the program that connects your experience to Ontario practice.
  3. Start with one module: the programs are modular, so you can start with a single $390 module before you commit to the full certificate.

Technical and Construction Skills

Your experienceProgramWhat you will learn
Electrical engineering or electricianElectrical Technician Professional CertificateThe Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC) and Canadian residential wiring standards.
Civil engineering or architectureProfessional Certificate in Architectural DraftingHow to apply design skills to the Ontario Building Code (OBC) and local CAD and BIM workflows.
Real estate or home constructionProfessional Certificate in AI-Enhanced Home InspectionAI-assisted diagnostic tools for property assessment in Ontario.
Construction management or site foremanProfessional Certificate in Construction Project CoordinationCanadian contract basics, Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) requirements, and project scheduling software.
IT, networking, or HVAC systemsProfessional Certificate in Smart Homes and Buildings EcosystemsIoT and automation in modern building systems.

Health Care and Administration Skills

Your experienceProgramWhat you will learn
Medicine, nursing, or accountingOntario Health Billing and Revenue OptimizationThe OHIP Schedule of Benefits and the medical billing and revenue cycle.
Hospital administration or IT supportCertificate in Digital Health Records and Systems ManagementPHIPA privacy requirements and Canadian electronic medical record (EMR) platforms.
Public relations or hospitalityCertificate in Patient Care Coordination and Medical Office FlowPatient flow in Canadian family health teams and virtual care workflows.
Biology, chemistry, or laboratory workCertificate in Clinical Sterilization and Device Reprocessing (MDR Tech)Decontaminating and sterilizing surgical instruments.
Senior care, social work, or psychologyCertificate in Neuro-Care and Responsive Behaviour DocumentationDementia support and the behaviour documentation used in long-term care.

Specialized Remediation and Support Skills

Your experienceProgramWhat you will learn
Environmental science, or fire and safetyCertificate in Bio-Recovery and Trauma Site Restoration SpecialistHazardous waste protocols under the OHSA and the ethics of trauma site remediation.
Nursing or counsellingCertificate in Holistic Palliative Support and Grief NavigationCanadian approaches to end-of-life communication and grief support.

Program Lists

Skilled Trade Certificate Programs

Five-module certificates in electrical, home inspection, drafting, construction coordination, and smart buildings.

Health Care Services Short Programs

Five-module certificates in health care administration, OHIP billing, and specialized clinical support.

Skilled Trade CPD Programs

Single 40-hour CPD courses for trades professionals.

AI and Computer Coding

Certificate programs to be announced.

How the Modules Work

  • Module length: 15 to 40 hours, completed in 2 to 4 weeks
  • Tuition: $390 per module under the Pay As You Learn Fee Structure
  • Delivery: 100% online or in person at the Vaughan campus
  • No maximum age limit

Admission

  • Read the General Admission Requirements and check the Enrolment Schedule.
  • Processing may take 15 to 30 days from the date the College receives your application. The College sends its decision by email; check your inbox and spam folder.
  • After you receive an offer of admission, you may change your program if you meet its admission criteria.
  • International students may apply if they are seeking a position in a related field outside Canada.

Important Information

  • This program does not require approval under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005.
  • Canadian Career Education College (CCEC) is registered as a career college under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005. These are short professional development programs for skill upgrading and career transition. They do not qualify a graduate for registration with a regulatory body or for professional licensing.
  • International applicants do not need a study permit or a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) for these programs, which run less than six months. Completion does not qualify a student for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). Applicants are responsible for making sure their status allows short-term study in Canada.
  • CCEC does not guarantee employment, job placement, or salary. Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission.
  • In-person students must meet the attendance requirements in the course syllabus. Not meeting them may result in the certificate being withheld. Online students manage their own study schedule once course materials are released.

Read the full Short Certificate and CPD Course Disclaimer and the System Requirements.

Ready to Apply?

Domestic and international applicants apply through the same portal. For questions about eligibility, call 1-905-499-3631, ext. 102 or 103, or email admin@ccecollege.com.

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