Acupuncture
With many people now turning to holistic treatments to overcome medical conditions, acupuncture courses are being more and more readily sought by those wishing to train in the profession. Having its roots in Asia, it is a skill that uses fine needles placed into the skin to channel energy through the body. It is believed to be effective at treating many conditions such as migraines and other chronic pain, helping to aid giving up smoking, drugs and alcohol, and bring other benefits. Increasingly, people are also seeking acupuncturists help for the treatment of allergies too. As the field is becoming more accepted, it is important that adequate training is sought to ensure standards. There are many acupuncture schools across the country offering acupuncture courses, though their content and teaching methods vary from state to state. In part, this is because of the variety of licensing requirements.
Advanced Massage Therapy
CDI College's Advanced Massage Therapy diploma program teaches you the advanced skills you need to compete for the best massage therapy jobs. Professional massage therapists specialize in relaxation, wellness and recovery.
A prerequisite for this diploma program requires successful completion of CDI College's Massage Therapy program, or equivalent, with prior learning assessment. The program begins by building on systems anatomy and remedial exercise, pathophysiology, neuroanatomy, and anatomy palpation. Students will also learn about business and law as it pertains to massage therapy, as well as building their knowledge of industry ethics and professional communications.
Students gain hands-on experience through their required practicum placements. Graduates are encouraged to become registered with the Alberta Association of Massage Therapists and Holistic Practitioners and the Massage Therapist Association of Alberta.
Unlike many massage therapy schools, CDI College supports our graduates in finding employment after they have completed their program. Graduates will find employment in private clinics, hospitals, medical and rehabilitation centers, spas, fitness facilities, sports organizations, and may even work as self-employed massage therapists.
Community Health Care
Assisting alcohol and drug abuse clients towards a clean and sober life is a challenging, rewarding and diverse career path. If you want to make a difference in the lives of people in your community, CDI College's Addictions and Community Services Worker diploma program is for you.
CDI's instructors are industry professionals who introduce students to a wide range of subjects including assessment and treatment planning, writing and file management, and counselling training. Since addictions and community service workers are required to interact with clients and healthcare professionals, such as social workers, they need a broad understanding of the healthcare and addictions care industry. In addition, students will learn about human psychology, addiction prevention and intervention, pharmacology, and other medical areas. Each student must put their knowledge to the test as part of a 320 hour (eight week) mandatory clinical placement.
Graduates will be prepared for jobs in community services, group homes, community mental health centres, correctional facilities and facilities for the physically and developmentally handicapped. CDI College supports graduates to find employment through our Career and Employment Strategies course that teaches job search skills, interviewing techniques, resume writing for social services, and provides job counselling.
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Start a rewarding health care career by enrolling in the Dental Assistance program at CDI College. In the Dental Assistance program, you will develop a fundamental understanding of the role of the dental assistant and the broad knowledge base and skill set required to work in this career field. You will study Oral Anatomy, Pharmacology and Lesions and Oral Diseases. You will learn about hygiene and asepsis, oral treatments, and how to work with assorted dental materials.
In addition, you will also learn about professional ethics and interpersonal communication. First aid and occupational health and safety are also covered. You will also learn to work effectively in a dental lab and in various chair-side assistance roles, including operative dentistry, orthodontics and pedodontics. To complete the Dental Assistance program, you must participate in 90 hours of practicum where you will learn to be dental office team member and carry out the day-to-day tasks of a dental assistant.
Dental Office Administrator
Are you ready to focus your great people skills and attention to detail into a rewarding career in the dental industry? CDI's Dental Assistance program can help. This program prepares you to excel in dental assistant jobs. Our instructors are dental professionals who use their real-world experience to teach students the organizational and communication skills they'll need to succeed in a fast-paced dental office.
Graduates of this program will be prepared to become a dental assistant in private or public healthcare offices. CDI College supports its graduates to find dental assistant jobs by providing resume help, interviewing tips and more.
Dental Receptionist Coordinator
The Dental Receptionist Coordinator course is aimed at students looking for an administrative career in dental surgeries or specialist orthodontists and oral surgeons offices.
Students are educated in general office administrative skills and then study more specific dental/medical modules.
Key modules in the Dental Receptionist Coordinator program include:
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
transcription
software applications
dental reception procedures.
medical fundamentals
anatomy
physiology
medical terminology
As part of the Dental Receptionist Coordinator diploma program, students must complete 80 hours of work experience in a practicum approved by CDI College. This practicum allows students to experience a real work environment and to apply their dental office skills and knowledge on the job.
Health Care Aide
As Canada's population ages, the demand for Health Care Aides continues to grow. If you're looking for a satisfying career helping others, CDI College's Health Care Aide program is for you. Students from this program go on to work with elderly patients, those with special needs, as well as patients living with mental health issues. Work environments include long term care facilities, home health care agencies, retirement homes, residential care centres, hospices and group homes.
The Health Care Aide program teaches students to identify and respond to patients' physical and emotional needs and to promote healthy physical and mental activity that is appropriate for the individual patient. Students learn about medical terminology, human anatomy, chronic conditions and palliative care. Other areas of study include accountable and responsible care, transfer techniques, wheelchair safety, mechanical lifting and other care skills.
Students are able to gain hands-on experience through a mandatory six-week clinical placement.
Health Care Assistant
Health Care Assistants (HCAs) provide support for patients with physical or mental health issues who need permanent or temporary care in facilities such as retirement homes, hospices, group homes, and long-term care facilities. Health Care Assistants are an invaluable part of the Canadian healthcare system.
CDI College's HCA program teaches students to respond to the emotional, psychological, and physical needs of the client, to assist the client in interacting with family members, and to support the client's personal care such as bathing and hygiene. Students put the classroom work into practice as part of the mandatory 360-hour practicum placement, which will equip them with the real-world skills they need succeed.
Graduates of the program become skilled communicators who are able to listen and understand their clients while providing exceptional healthcare services. To graduate with an HCA diploma, students must complete 360 hours of clinical training. Combined with the Career and Employment Strategies and Student Success Strategies courses, the RCA program equips graduates with the knowledge and techniques to create a successful career in the healthcare industry
Intra Oral Dental Assistant
CDI College's Intra-Oral Dental Assistant diploma program prepares students to compete for great jobs in the dental industry. The program covers all elements of dental care, pharmacology, oral pathology, and dental radiography. Students learn how to prepare patients for treatment, assist dentists during treatment, process radiographs, perform infection control procedures, maintain patient records, and other general administrative duties. Students study environmental health and safety and oral facial science, along with other core dentistry subjects.
Massage Therapy
This diploma program teaches fundamental massage skills such as hydrotherapy, palpation, remedial exercise, and patient assessment. Students learn different types of massage treatments, along with medical topics including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and pathology. Students will learn about professional topics such as industry ethics and professional communications.
Medical Administrative Assistant
This Medical Administrative Assistant diploma program is aimed at students with an active interest in medical sciences and business.
The course prepares students for employment in a variety of medical working environments, from private medical practices to clinics and hospitals.
The first part of the Medical Administrative Assistant program concentrates on information processing. Modules of study include:
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
keyboarding
The later stages of the course concentrate more on medical and technical skills such as:
medical terminology
human anatomy
Students also participate in a mandatory practicum. This provides an opportunity for Medical Administrative Assistant students to apply their education in real-world scenarios.
CDI college provides assistance for Medical Administrative Assistant students in job searching, interview technique and resume writing; to help them find relevant employment after graduation.
If you want to find out more about Medical Administrative Assistant, you can make an information request below and the school will contact you with further information.
Medical and Dental Office Administrator
Medical office administrators work in fast-paced medical office jobs in environments like hospitals, clinics and doctors' offices. CDI College's Medical Office Administrator program teaches a balance of office procedures and technology like Microsoft Word and Excel programs, and medical fundamentals like medical terminology, anatomy and medical transcription. Students gain real-world experience through a mandatory practicum.
Students continue to be supported after graduation through our Career and Employment Services department, which assist with job search and interviewing skills, employer expectations, and resume preparation.
Medical Laboratory Assistant
CDI College's Medical Laboratory Assistant program helps students prepare for the challenges of a career within the medical environment. Graduates enjoy the greatest career satisfaction when they are scholastically prepared, hold a solid, practical understanding of their responsibilities and begin their positions with a healthy attitude. CDI College seeks to develop all of these attributes within each student.
The Medical Laboratory Assistant program provides both theoretical and practical instruction in a well-equipped classroom / laboratory setting. Classroom learning is supplemented during the enrollment period by clinical work experience in any of the fast-paced hospital departments.
Medical Office Administrator
Medical office administrators work in fast-paced medical office jobs in environments like hospitals, clinics and doctors' offices. CDI College's Medical Office Administrator program teaches a balance of office procedures and technology like Microsoft Word and Excel programs, and medical fundamentals like medical terminology, anatomy and medical transcription. Students gain real-world experience through a mandatory practicum.
Students continue to be supported after graduation through our Career and Employment Services department, which assist with job search and interviewing skills, employer expectations, and resume preparation.
Medical Office Assistant Specialiste en Technologies Appliquees a la Bureautique Option: Medical
Medical Office Assistants are integral team members in any health care facility. Doctors and nurses depend on MOAs to be organized and versatile, especially in the busy medical offices or clinics. If you are considering a career in the health care industry, the Medical Office Assistant program at CDI College will provide you with the comprehensive knowledge and hands-on training for success in this fast-paced career.
You will develop a comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology. You will also receive hands-on training in the MS Word, Excel and Access as well as medical machine transcription and standard medical office practices. In addition to medical training, you will be fully trained in interpersonal skills, organizational effectiveness, and communication skills necessary to function in a medical environment.
As a graduate of the Medical Office Assistant program, you will be qualified for entry-level work as a medical office assistant, medical receptionist, appointment scheduler or a medical records clerk in a variety of health care settings. You may also find work in physicians’ offices, medical centers, clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, ambulatory care centers, and medical billing offices.
Medical Office Assistant
The program covers fundamental office procedures and technology such as information processing, business procedures, keyboarding, and Microsoft Word and Excel programs. It also teaches medical office-specific skills like human anatomy, medical terminology, and medical machine transcription. Students are able to put these skills into practice through a mandatory practicum in a real-world medical office.
Medical Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmacy Assistants work under the supervision of a pharmacist and may be responsible for the overall operation of a pharmacy, including: safe study, drug receipt accountability, preparation, packaging, storage and return or disposition of all unused products. Some of a pharmacy assistant's responsibilities include filling orders under a pharmacist's supervision, entering client information, identifying the correct mixture of breakdowns for prescriptions, and preparation and processing of paperwork for orders. The Pharmacy Assistant diploma program covers a broad range of subjects. Students in this 45-week program learn about Pharmacy Assistant practices, basic pharmacology and drug and medical terminology. They also explore pharmacy computer systems, hospital and community pharmacy practices and procedures, drug dosage calculations, and compounding labs. Ethics, legislation, personal conduct and workplace safety are also covered.
The Pharmacy Assistant diploma program includes a field placement in a community pharmacy that students can choose to complete full-time at the end of the program or part-time during their studies.
Medical Records Administrator
CDI College's Medical Administrative Assistant diploma program is meant for students with an interest in science, medicine, and working with the public. Graduates of this program are employed in a variety of work environments including hospitals, private medical practices, and clinics.
The program covers fundamental office procedures and technology such as information processing, business procedures, keyboarding, and Microsoft Word and Excel programs. It also teaches medical office-specific skills like human anatomy, medical terminology, and medical machine transcription. Students are able to put these skills into practice through a mandatory practicum in a real-world medical office.
Students continue to be supported after graduation through our Career and Employment Services department, which assists with job search and interviewing skills, employer expectations, and resume preparation.
Medical Records Clerk
to be accepted into this program, students must have at least one year of administrative or clerical work experience, as well as a typing speed of a least 40 words per minute and proficiency in Microsoft Word. The program teaches a combination of administrative skills like communication skills, records management, record keeping, and word processing. The program also covers medical skills like anatomy, terminology, and transcription
Nursing Assistant Assistance a la personne en etablissement de sante
CDI College's Health, Assistance and Nursing program prepares students for Nursing Assistant jobs in a variety of facilities. Students will be taught both practical and theoretical lessons by instructors who are also industry professionals. They will also participate in numerous clinical sessions that cover the various areas of the profession.
This program is taught in English. To find out more about the equivalent French-language program, visit the Sante, Assistance et Soins Infirmiers course description.
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmacy Assistants work under the supervision of a pharmacist and may be responsible for the overall operation of a pharmacy, including: safe study, drug receipt accountability, preparation, packaging, storage and return or disposition of all unused products. Some of a pharmacy assistant's responsibilities include filling orders under a pharmacist's supervision, entering client information, identifying the correct mixture of breakdowns for prescriptions, and preparation and processing of paperwork for orders. The Pharmacy Assistant diploma program covers a broad range of subjects. Students in this 45-week program learn about Pharmacy Assistant practices, basic pharmacology and drug and medical terminology. They also explore pharmacy computer systems, hospital and community pharmacy practices and procedures, drug dosage calculations, and compounding labs. Ethics, legislation, personal conduct and workplace safety are also covered.
The Pharmacy Assistant diploma program includes a field placement in a community pharmacy that students can choose to complete full-time at the end of the program or part-time during their studies.
Pharmacy Technician
This program teaches students the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in the ever-changing pharmacy industry. Pharmacy tech students learn about compounding, computer processing, dispensing, mathematics, drug/body interactions, and drug delivery systems among other subjects. Additionally, students practice their customer service skills and learn about different pharmaceutical environments such as retail, hospital, and small business. Students will also develop real-world workplace skills like communication and customer service, which they will put to use in their mandatory practicum placements in workplaces in community pharmacies.
Pharmacy Technician - Retail
CDI College's Pharmacy Technician - Retail diploma program is a customer-centered program that gives graduates the practical knowledge and skills needed to excel in a retail pharmacy environment. Graduates of this program will be prepared for pharmacy tech jobs in community pharmacies.
Students gain a broad knowledge of anatomy, microbiology, physiology, and pharmacology, as well as computer skills. Communications and customer service skills for the retail work environment are also a focus of the program.
All students participate in a practicum placement at a community pharmacy in order to refine their pharmaceutical skills and gain hands-on work experience.
Practical Nursing
CDI College stands out among practical nursing schools for its commitment to quality education and the success of our students. Nursing, in Canada and around the world, is a highly respected and in-demand profession. A Practical Nurse is a valued member of any healthcare team. You need the right education to learn the nursing skills you'll need to thrive in workplaces like hospitals, clinics, schools, or long-term facilities.
CDI College's 51-week training program thoroughly prepares students to enter a satisfying career as a practical nurse. The curriculum covers both practical and academic components to nursing education. The Nursing Arts courses teach students both holistic and clinical nursing placements in medical centres, acute care facilities, and gerontology wards. At the end of the program, students participate in a preceptorship and job search training in order to launch their practical nursing careers.
Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
the Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner Program, students are eligible to take the Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine Program. With advanced coursework in TCM and an extensive internship component, graduates of this program will be capable of challenging the Dr. TCM licensing examinations through the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists (CTCMA of BC).
At the Doctor of TCM level, PCU College of Holistic Medicine offers a wide range of advanced courses in five departments: Western Medicine, TCM Clinical Science, Traditional Chinese Classics, TCM Clinical Training, and General Studies. This reflects the progress from learning TCM theories, clinical skills to critical analysis of TCM philosophy and conducting TCM research. Students will also learn more advanced western medical subjects to enrich their clinical knowledge. All departments are complementary and interrelated. Core courses and clinics are taught hand in hand to integrate theoretical learning with practical training.
Veterinary Office Management
There is currently a high demand in this industry for appropriately trained personnel. The Veterinary Office Management Diploma Program aims to provide graduates with the best-suited combination of general office management skills and specialized veterinary office training. Our program prepares students with professional front office skills, essential computer applications, accounting and management fundamentals and product knowledge and sales.
Students learn to assess and prioritize client appointment requests and respond to clients’ basic questions about general animal health care. Students are introduced to animal breeds, medical terminology, animal health practice, pre- and post-surgical care, nutrition and diet, vaccines, parasites, pharmacology and common surgery.
Addictions & Community Support Worker
CDI's instructors are industry professionals who introduce students to a wide range of subjects including assessment and treatment planning, writing and file management, and counselling training. Since addictions and community service workers are required to interact with clients and healthcare professionals, such as social workers, they need a broad understanding of the healthcare and addictions care industry. In addition, students will learn about human psychology, addiction prevention and intervention, pharmacology, and other medical areas. Each student must put their knowledge to the test as part of a 320 hour (eight week) mandatory clinical placement.
Addictions and Community Services Worker
CDI's instructors are industry professionals who introduce students to a wide range of subjects including assessment and treatment planning, writing and file management, and counselling training. Since addictions and community service workers are required to interact with clients and healthcare professionals, such as social workers, they need a broad understanding of the healthcare and addictions care industry. In addition, students will learn about human psychology, addiction prevention and intervention, pharmacology, and other medical areas. Each student must put their knowledge to the test as part of a 320 hour (eight week) mandatory clinical placement.
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Spa Therapy
Spa therapy combines various techniques, including acupressure, shiatsu, stone therapy, aromatherapy, facial and skin treatment, and massage, in order to improve health and stimulate wellness. Spa therapy is offered at many resorts, medical spas, and wellness facilities to those who are recovering from illness or accidents, or for individuals who simply want to improve their health. Spa therapy techniques may be learned at specialized institutions offering massage therapy programs, through holistic health courses, or similar related areas of study. Spa therapy is growing in popularity, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 20 percent increase in jobs for massage therapists by 2016.
Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant
Rehabilitation assistants work with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and recreational therapists to aid in the recovery of patients. CDI College's Rehabilitation Assistant (RA) program is for students with a strong interest in human development, including injury, functional movement, human disorders and more.
Graduates of this diploma program have the skills, knowledge, values and behaviours necessary for employment in clinics, hospitals, and rehabilitation centres. Courses focus on understanding the body and human development. Students will study bio-chemistry, body mechanics and systems, anatomy and physiology, therapeutic exercise, and the use of advanced technological equipment.
Students put their knowledge to use in clinical placements in the community. Students are given an opportunity to complete their practicum in whichever specialty field they choose.
Expanded Training in Orthodontics/Scaling
Looking to take your career as a dental assistant to the next level? CDI College's Expanded Training in Orthodontics program trains practicing Certified Dental Assistants and Registered Dental Hygienists in specialized orthodontic treatments and procedures. Students will learn to use the instruments, equipment and accessories used in orthodontics, as well as the various categories of orthodontic treatment.
They will also learn about orthodontic treatments, including orthodontic appliances. In addition, students will also learn to organize, prepare, and perform orthodontic duties such as taking health histories, documentation of procedures and fitting and removal of various appliances.
Once this module has been successfully completed, the student must apply to the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia (CDSBC) to have this designation added to their certificate.
This training module is 50 hours in length.
*For those who do not have their dental certification, CDI College also offers an Intra Oral Dental Assistant program that trains you to enter the field of dentistry.
