School of Interdisciplinary Studies & Employment Services

School of Interdisciplinary Studies & Employment Services

We ensure that graduates have the market-ready skills to succeed in their careers and make a difference in the world.

School of Interdisciplinary Studies & Employment Services

School of Interdisciplinary Studies & Employment Services

We ensure that graduates have the market-ready skills to succeed in their careers and make a difference in the world.

School of Interdisciplinary Studies & Employment Services (ISES)

Welcome to the School of Interdisciplinary Studies & Employment Services (ISES) website! Here you can explore information about the different programs offered and the potential career opportunities available to you after completing your diploma.

ACADEMIC UPGRADING – COLLEGE PREPARATION
Want to start your college career and get on the road to success but missing some of the prerequisites needed to enroll in your dream program? Academic upgrading is a flexible, personalized and supportive program that will help you earn the prerequisites and get one step closer to where you want to be.
Academic Upgrading – Pre-Health
If you’re looking to start a career in the health field, the race starts now. As one of the most competitive and fastest growing industries in the world you have to be ready to jump right in. Through Academic Upgrading – Pre Health you can earn prerequisite courses or upgrade your current marks to gain the edge you need to start on the path to your dream career. [...]
Academic Upgrading – University Preparation
Want to go to university but don’t quite feel prepared? Take some time to build your confidence, improve your pre-university marks in math, science and English and gain a strong academic edge on your university experience. [...]
Community Integration through Co-operative Education
The modified Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE) program is designed for individuals with intellectual disabilities or significant learning challenges. You will access courses in many program areas (based on seat availability). It will provide you with an opportunity to experience college life and enhance […]
General Arts and Science (one-year)
This program will give you an opportunity to study liberal arts courses while reinforcing key academic skills and providing a broad range of post-secondary courses to select from according to your personal interests and goals. Some General Arts and Science courses are transferable to other post-secondary programs. An academic [...]
General Arts and Science – Health Sciences Preparation
The Health Sciences Preparation option of the General Arts and Science program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a health sciences career. This option provides the foundation necessary for success in a health sciences program such as Paramedic, Practical Nursing, Dental Assistant and Dental Hygiene. It is […]
General Arts and Science – Health Sciences Preparation
The Health Sciences Preparation option of the General Arts and Science program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a health sciences career. This option provides the foundation necessary for success in a health sciences program such as Paramedic, Practical Nursing, Dental Assistant and Dental Hygiene. It is […]
General Arts and Science – University Articulation
In this articulation program, you will complete an Ontario college diploma and be given credit for two years of university. You will be required to complete 18 hours per week for four semesters including five core courses comprised of two communication courses, two computer courses and a mathematics course. The remainder of your [...]
Library and Information Technician – NEW
This program will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to work in the technical and public services areas of libraries and information resource centres. On the technical side you will focus on manual and automated operations related to acquiring, processing and organizing all types of informational materials. On […]
Office Administration
You will learn the basic skills required for an entry-level administrative position including: Accounting; Communications; Electronic transcription; Office procedures; Spreadsheets; and Word processing. You must achieve a minimum keyboarding speed of 30 net words per minute in order to graduate. [...]
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This two-year diploma program is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge required to become a fully qualified executive assistant who is able to work in any administrative field. You will gain extensive practical understanding and knowledge of office concepts; business operations and procedures; and current computer […]
Office Administration – Medical
This program is designed to provide you with the skills, practical understanding and knowledge required to perform administrative support in a wide variety of medical environments. With the medical field constantly changing and computers bringing new concepts and approaches to office procedures, you will receive expert training in [...]
Veterinary Assistant
Effective client relations with pet owners are fundamental to providing quality pet care. This one-year, two-semester program will give you the knowledge and skills to become a valued member of an animal facility. You will learn about: Animal health and hygiene; Basic animal care needs; Basic laboratory Techniques; Clerical [...]
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