CDI College

CDI College: career training across Canada

CDI College is a Canadian career college that delivers diploma programs both online and on campus. The institution states that it has more than 50 years of experience preparing students for new careers, and its campuses are located across Canada. Prospective students can choose between studying online from anywhere or attending a campus in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario or Quebec.

Programs and fields of study

The college lists a range of programs in its application form, spanning healthcare, business, legal services, education, social services and technology. The programs named include:

• AI-Driven Accounting and Payroll Administrator
• Dental Assisting
• Health Care Assistant
• Medical Laboratory Assistant
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Pharmacy Assistant
• Practical Nursing
• Registered Massage Therapy
• Social Services Worker – Professional
• Veterinary Health Care Assistant
• Legal Administrative Assistant
• Paralegal
• Early Childhood Education
• Education Assistant
• Cybersecurity Technician with AI
• Network Systems Administrator with AI

CDI College describes its programs as market-driven and accelerated, noting that many can be completed in a year or less. It also states that many programs include practicum placements, which provide students with skills and experience in a work setting.

Recognition and teaching approach

According to the college, its programs have received recognition from regulating bodies nationwide to ensure the quality of education delivered. Instruction is described as practical and hands-on, delivered by practitioner-instructors who combine industry experience with teaching. Students train in industry-standard labs, and the college emphasises a supportive community among classmates, instructors and support staff.

Online and on-campus study

CDI College offers the option to complete training online, with dozens of programs available in that format, or to attend one of its campuses. The website allows users to select a province — Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario or Quebec — to view content and campus options relevant to that location. The site also provides application and request-information forms for Canadian citizens, permanent residents, international students, refugee claimants, approved refugees, work permit holders and visitor visa holders.

Student testimonials

The college features testimonials from graduates. Elizabeth M. credits the program and CDI College with providing direction, maturity and personal development. Kathrin S. mentions that instructors guided her through areas of low confidence. Additional graduate profiles include Zaher H. (Accounting & Payroll Administration), Sukhpreet K. (Health Care Assistant) and Ken D. (Network Systems Administrator).