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Higher education in Canada is evolving, and there is a strong need to attract global talent. It is no longer just about obtaining two or four-year degrees but about filling vital roles in the market. We are seeing a fantastic trend of students choosing short, affordable, impactful courses to achieve quick gains and supercharge their careers in a variety of industries.

Whether it is to improve dairy production techniques, master new software, or develop the business acumen needed for a leadership role, these programs offer a direct path to growth without the long-term commitment and high cost associated with traditional degrees.

The Government of Canada notes that Canada’s commitment to innovative and universal education has made the country a leader in online learning and distance education. Online training like ed2go’s Advanced Career Training (ACT) courses help expand access to a diverse range of new students.

For employers and academic institutions alike, offering flexible training programs provides a path forward for supporting a strong regional pipeline of talent and meeting labour market needs, significantly boosting communities through new opportunities for individual career growth.

Check out these inspiring student stories of how online skills training and credentialing are making an immediate difference in careers across the region in various industries.

Sandy B.

Discover how Sandy, a dedicated fraud analyst at Meridian Credit Union, enhanced her career by obtaining a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification through the Employer Tuition Assistance Program. Her journey on the ed2go platform not only enriched her skills but also opened up new professional opportunities. Read her full story here!

Adrian V.

Adrian, a full-time production manager at Mariposa Dairy, discovered a Lean Six Sigma program that transformed his approach to processes. Supported by encouraging instructors, he gained tools and insights that directly enhanced his role in dairy production management. Read more about Adrian’s journey!

Sydney B.

As a registered dietitian at McMaster University, Sydney utilized tuition assistance to dive into a Lean Six Sigma program. Balancing her full-time job with self-paced coursework, she emerged more confident in discussing efficiencies and workflows with her management team. Learn more about Sydney’s experience!

Jennifer O.

Jennifer, a senior business analyst at WestJet, embraced the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt program. The course’s flexibility and mentorship opened new opportunities for her, allowing her to refine her decision-making perspective and aspire to become a senior Lean specialist. Discover Jennifer’s full success story!

Hufriya K.

Hufriya, a manager of continuous improvement at McMaster University, took the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt course to enhance her skills. The program equipped her with practical tools that directly contributed to landing an exciting new role in her career. Explore Hufriya’s journey!

Michael H.

As a maintenance superintendent at K+S Potash Canada, Michael enrolled in the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt course and found it user-friendly and practical. The real-world examples and tools like DMAIC helped him improve plant maintenance processes effectively. Find out more about Michael’s learning experience!

Lauren W.

Lauren, a part-time design engineering associate at Celestica, had a seamless experience in the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt course. With her instructor’s support, she gained confidence in process improvement tools and now applies these concepts to enhance efficiency in both her professional and personal life. Read about Lauren’s transformation!