Advanced Education
10 April

Fundamental Changes to Advanced Education by Dr. J.T. (Tom) Snell

Introduction

The following 17 recommendations are written as specific fundamental changes to Advanced Education and the public, private, and vocational post-secondary institutions who deliver adult education. It should also be noted that most of these changes could be modified and then applied to all government departments.

Management Practices

Public, private, and vocational institutions should be managed using leading edge management practices such as:

1) Focusing on outcomes first and processes second.

2) They should move away from an institution and faculty centred organization to an employer and student centred organization. read more

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Students in Canada
04 April

Why Adults Are Excited to Attend College As Mature Students in Canada: Part 1

Canada has been ranked as one of the top countries in the world for having a majority population that hold a post-secondary education, according to OECD, Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, stats. The OECD has 36 members, including Canada, which analyze the education system of students through a series of tests, with the mission to promote social well-being and improve the economy overall, worldwide. Many mature students, above the age of 25, are returning to college looking for a career change. Maybe they can no longer be employed a physically challenging role or are looking for something they will find more fulfillment in. Some hurdles for mature students to return to attend college can include time requirements and funding, as many are also balancing family and other financial responsibilities. One of the significant aspects of some colleges, such as Columbia College, is the ability to receive a quality education in shorter periods – completing programs within weeks and months rather than years. read more

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Human Services
04 March

These 8 Signs Help Indicate If A Career In Human Services Will Be Rewarding For You: Part 1

There are not too many professions that get to witness, first hand, the positive impact their daily work has on those around them. The career of a Human Services Professional is filled with personal and professional satisfaction and can be extremely rewarding. One of the most important aspects of working in the Human Services field in Calgary is the ability to help people meet their needs through promoting a better of life, finding better remedies or preventing problems altogether.

Certain people possess the skills and characteristics of a great Human Services professionals, naturally. Here are some of the top 8 personality traits that would be a great fit in excelling in this field. read more

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Nurses Continue To Make The Top List
21 February

Why Nurses Continue To Make The Top List of In Demand Jobs & High Job Satisfaction Rates: Part 1

The position of a Practical Nurse continues to make the top list of the most in-demand jobs across Canada in 2019. We had even recently published a blog about a report from the Conference Board of Canada, noting that nurses will remain in high demand for the next ten years.

The job of a nurse also continues to make several ‘best jobs’ list in Canada for the past few years, including in Maclean’s magazine and Randstad. From the perspective of in-demand jobs and an ageing population in Canada, the importance of nurse’s do not come as a surprise. However, equally as important, is the perspective of active nurse’s and how they rated their overall job satisfaction in their career as a nurse. read more

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Mental Health Issues
01 February

63% Of Canadians Are At High Risk Of Mental Health Issues, Here’s How That Effects The Workplace: Part 1

The topic of Mental health has become an essential trend throughout the world, especially in North America. This trend can be attributed to a few different factors, which includes social share platforms, such as Facebook, trending hashtags and numerous celebrities who have become vocal on this topic.

Perhaps, however, one of the most significant factors can be attributed to millennial’s, who have reported in record numbers about suffering from anxiety. According to globalnews.ca, almost 63 percent of Canadian millennials are at “high risk” for mental health issues. This trend of being at ‘high risk’ for millennials has been increasing over the years in Canada, climbing up 35 percent compared to last year and 33 percent from the year before. Studies have been conducted to understand why millennials have a higher risk rate, compared to other generations, such as Gen X reporting 41 percent, and baby boomers, reporting 24 percent. One particular finding showed that millennials place a great deal of importance on mental health, are more open and more self-aware. read more

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Job Growth in Canada
25 January

Indeed Report Reveals The Top 10 Job Growth in Canada, Dental Industry Wins

A few months ago, in 2018, Global News featured an article about the top in-demand jobs in Canada with contributor Jodi Kasten, managing director of Indeed Canada. Small to medium-sized businesses have rapidly expanded over the past three years, accounting for 98% of companies across the nation. Small companies also contribute to employing more than 8.2 million Canadians and responsible for 88% of net employment between 2005 and 2015.

The report released by Indeed also outlined the top jobs in demand in Canada, ranking them by order. Among the top ten in-demand jobs, the dental industry raked in 30% of job growth opportunities. The number one ranked position was a dental hygienist, with dental assistant coming in 4th place, followed by dental receptionist coming in 9th place. read more

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Nurses Are One Of The Top In-Demand Professions
17 January

Nurses Are One Of The Top In-Demand Professions For The Next 10 Years

Industry-focused organizations, such as the World Economic Forum, tend to focus on what the future will hold for professionals and the necessary skills that will be in demand over the next five years. With the introductions of technology, many positions such as programmers, engineers and in-depth marketing specialists should come as no surprise to make some of the top listed in-demand professions.

However, despite the demand for technology-related skills, there is a massive wave of human interaction professions that will be required in the near and long term future. In fact, WEF also indicated that 65% of students in elementary schools today will go on to work at jobs that currently do not exist. read more

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Human Services Professional Diploma
04 January

5 Reasons to Enroll in a Human Services Professional Diploma

The impact of human services on society is quite significant. The field of human services takes a unique approach with an objective to meet human needs. It needs an interdisciplinary knowledge base to serve the vulnerable population. The knowledge required for this field includes a variety of sectors like economy, culture, traditions, and social norms, etc.

A human services professional is generally an individual who is driven to help people and serve vulnerable communities. Pursuing post-secondary education in human services is a perfect launchpad to start a career in the field of human services. If you want a career based on helping others and finding solutions for the most vulnerable, then let us provide you with some reasons to enroll in a ‘Human Services Professional Diploma.’ read more

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Benefits of having a hobby
12 December

Life of a Student: The Importance of Having a Hobby

Hobbies help us grow as a person. The best way to have a new hobby is to try something new. All of us are unique, and this is the reason why our hobbies and interests are different. Once we find an activity we are passionate about, we can explore that activity more. When you get hooked, you will realize that your hobby has become an integral part of your life. Having a hobby that we enjoy brings us joy and refreshes us. Hobbies help us to manage our leisure and unplanned time more productively. It also affords you the opportunity to learn new skills in your work. But these are not the only benefits of having a hobby. read more

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