Canada is home to some of the world’s most highly regarded educational institutions.  The country ’s high standard of living, universal healthcare, safety and security, stunning geographical locations, and substantial employment opportunities is extremely attractive to foreign nationals who seek to study in an environment that embraces multiculturalism and offers internationally-recognized, cost-effective education. 

Career Prospects in Canada
With many Canadian employers struggling to recruit workers, the resulting labour shortage is sure to create greater earning potential within the next five to ten years for international newcomers who are motivated to fill the void.  Salaries may range from $60,000-$150,000 (CAD) per annum depending on the career path selected and the organization one works for.

Top Programs to Study to ObtainHigher-Paying Jobs
Canada offers a wide variety of promising careers with excellent earning potential. Here are some of the fields that are most in demand:

1. Information Technology 
Technology is evolving at an unimaginable pace worldwide, and Canada is seeking to capitalize on the technology boom with the help of a skilled workforce.  Employment candidates with up-to-date, relevant IT training and skills are more attractive to prospective employers in Canada’s IT industry.  As the tech industry continues to evolve and expand, the need for qualified, competent individuals is growing just as quickly as technology continues to integrate itself into all aspects of our lives.  This is why it is so important to develop or enhance one’s knowledge of technology in a recognized diploma program.  Academy of Learning Career College offers training in several key areas, including hardware configuration, network administration, computer maintenance, software installation, and more. 

Here are some of the Information Technology programs available at AOLCC:

• Computer Service Technician
• Network Administrator
• PC Support Specialist
• A+ Certification Preparation

2. Business & Finance
Business administration and finance play a vital role in a business’s success and the economy.  Pursuing a Business Administration program can provide those seeking employment with broader career opportunities and exposure to a diversified business network with training which centres on financial management, marketing practices, human resource management, and all other aspects related to successful business operations.  For careers that focus mainly on accounting and finance, diploma programs with a concentration on Accounting Payroll Administration or Business Accounting would be required to meet the qualifications of most job prospects in the field.  Entry-level financial analysts earn up to $59,923 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $87,942 per year.  

Here are some of the Business and Accounting programs available at AOLCC:

• Business Administration
• Accounting Payroll Administrator
• Business Accounting

3. Healthcare
Healthcare currently dominates 24% of the top 50 jobs in Canada.  The need for skilled healthcare administrators continues to rise as we recover from a global pandemic and struggle to meet the needs of an aging population.  With training that includes training in a wide variety of software applications, medical terminology, billing and coding and keyboarding proficiency, graduates of our programs can expect to find employment in a wide variety of healthcare settings including hospitals, government agencies medical and dental practices, insurance companies, and more. 

Some of our most popular healthcare diploma programs include:

• Dental Administrative Assistant Diploma
• Dental Administrative Assistant Certificate
• Medical Office Administration
• Medical Receptionist
• Community Service Worker

4. Digital Media and Web Design
With the rise of digital media, social networking sites, and digital marketing, the demand for skilled professionals is also increasing exponentially.  Employers in all industries are looking for creative talents with an interest in technology who can effectively engage a designated target market through innovative design and seamless digital functionality.  Those with training in this field will be able to seek employment with an organization, or they can work remotely, affording them the opportunity to broaden their reach with respect to opportunities.

To see what programs we have available in this field, please go to the links below:

• Web Designer
• Graphic Designer
• Software & Web Developer

Conclusion
The demand for skilled workers in healthcare administration, business administration, accounting, information technology and web design continues to rise in Canada.  With a significant shortage in the workforce, Canadian employers are desperately trying to fill the gap by appealing to trained International Students with competitive wages and opportunity for advancement.  Upon completion of a recognized, Canadian diploma program, a graduate will benefit by having attractive employment prospects available to them which would have been unattainable prior to training.  It has never been more important to give careful consideration to what sort of career is most suitable, and what sort of training will be necessary to achieve one’s professional goals.  

The Kingston and Mississauga West campuses of Academy of Learning Career College are committed to guiding our students through their training with personalized one-on-one support, flexible scheduling, and compressed, comprehensive programs which may be completed in less than 1 year, allowing graduates to join the workforce more quickly.  

Whether you’re trying to shift your career path or just want to improve your skills, it is AOLCC’s mission to help you go where you want to go. Our success is in our students’ satisfaction.  It’s simply the better way to learn.