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Explore MoreGain valuable work experience in Canada with your diploma from Portage College continuing programs. All our current students and students who are starting before May 15th are eligible for their work permit and are not impacted by the recent announcement by the IRCC. As per the announcement by IRCC any student starting after May 15th in these programs would not be eligible for the PGWP. .
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This Portage College continuing education non-credit Business Accounting Diploma opens the door to highly sought-after jobs and opportunities to grow in companies while providing job security and opportunities to work in many diverse workplaces.
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This Portage College continuing education non-credit Business Management opens the door to highly sought-after jobs and opportunities to grow in companies while providing job security and opportunities to work in many diverse workplaces.
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This Portage College continuing education non-credit Business General certificate opens the door to highly sought-after jobs and opportunities to grow in companies while providing job security and opportunities to work in many diverse workplaces.
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This Portage College continuing education non-credit Teacher's Assistant program prepares the student to work in formal school settings, assisting teachers in the development and delivery of effective educational experiences for school aged children.
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The Administrative Professional Diploma program offers a well-rounded curriculum of the Administrative Professional Certificate in the 1st year and the Bookkeeping Certificate in the 2nd year to prepare students for immediate employment in a constantly changing business environment.
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This Portage College continuing education non-credit Administrative Professional Certificate is a 35-week program preparing you for immediate employment in a constantly changing environment. You will obtain the knowledge and skills required to gain employment in administrative support positions.
Read More750 teaching hours are alotted per year (attendance in the theoretical-practical classes, study and interaction with the virtual campus, study of the research methodology, study of clinical practice, personal theoretical study).
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950 teaching hours per year (attendance in theoretical-practical classes, study of clinical practice in the center and/or clinic-school, interaction and technique simulation in the virtual campus, personal osteopathic-theoretical and medical study in the virtual campus, research methodology and drafting of a scientific article).
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Experience Canada's world-renowned hospitality as you live and study in a dynamic economic hub. Calgary is one of the safest and most multicultural cities in the country.
Calgary is a vibrant, modern city located in the southern part of Alberta. With a population of 1.4 million, Calgary is the fourth-largest city in Canada. Calgary has a multicultural character and is very diverse; close to 150 different languages are spoken in the city. Calgary is well-known for its citizens' friendliness and hospitality, as well as the natural beauty of its surroundings. Calgary constantly ranks in the top -10 livable cities of the world in most surveys including a recent one by the Economic Intelligence Unit.
Calgary is situated in the eastern foothills of Canada's Rocky Mountains, where the Elbow and Bow Rivers meet. The city's close proximity to the mountains makes it a perfect location for outdoor activities such as skiing, skating, hiking, fishing, and cycling. Calgary also has a vibrant arts scene, hosting many events and festivals throughout the year, along with fantastic restaurants, nightlife, shopping, sports and recreation facilities, and all the amenities you would expect of a modern and prosperous city.
Canada consistently ranks as one of the best countries in the world—and is currently the #1 best country for quality of life[1]. Study in Canada, and you’ll receive an internationally recognized education from some of the top educators and academics in the world.
What are the benefits for international students studying in Canada? Many! Whether you choose to study in one of our large, vibrant cities or settle on a small campus in a warm, welcoming community, your experience will be one that will shape your life. It may lead to a career and a future in Canada, or better career prospects at home. At the very least, it will give you access to our four beautiful seasons, wide-open spaces, abundant wildlife, multicultural diversity, clean environment and incredible quality of life. Discover the Canadian difference. Canada consistently ranks as the top destination for International students
The Portage College continuing education programs at CIOT are non-credit. This means that it does not directly transfer into any colleges or universities in Alberta.
As an educational institution, we cannot legally provide any information about immigration at all. You should always rely on the information on Canada.ca or speak with a licensed immigration counselor.
CIOT’s programs are licensed in accordance with the Private Vocational Training Regulation.
Students in the Portage College Continuing Education Programs are actually Portage College students, not CIOT students - for the purposes of records and documentation. On your letters you can see that the DLI number on your Study Permit is for Portage College, not CIOT.
Even though you study at a Private College, you are students of a Public Alberta institution and will receive the same eligibility as if you’d done a continuing education diploma at another institution in Alberta.
If you are registered in a Portage College Continuing Education program before May 15, 2024, you are eligible for a Postgraduate Work Permit upon successful completion of your program. The length of the work permit is at the discretion of IRCC.
If you register for any Portage College Continuing Education programs at CIOT after May 15, 2024 you will not be eligible for a Postgraduate Work Permit. CIOT’s licensed programs are not eligible for PGWP