Private career college · Since 1973

Edison College Canada

Victoria, British Columbia

Edison College Canada provides career-focused certificate and diploma education in health sciences, business, technology and applied arts. Programs are delivered in person, online or through hybrid formats.

Institution typePrivate career college

DLI numberO19395299874

Campus3318 Oak Street, Victoria

PGWP statusPrograms not PGWP eligible

International students: Edison College is a DLI; however, its programs are not listed as PGWP eligible. Confirm program availability, delivery format, total tuition, PAL requirements and study-permit eligibility before paying a deposit.

Available Program Options

Edison College currently lists 26 career programs. Tuition and application fees vary, so obtain current written fee confirmation before applying.

Health Sciences

Diploma

Dental Office Administration

Duration54 weeks

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Training in scheduling, dental records, billing, terminology, patient communication and front-desk procedures.

Diploma

Pharmacy Assistant

Duration52 weeks

DeliveryHybrid

Training in prescription processing, pharmacy calculations, inventory management and customer service.

Certificate

Community Support Worker: Addictions & Mental Health

Duration25 weeks

DeliveryOnline

Prepares students to support clients affected by mental-health challenges, substance use and related community-service needs.

Certificate

Health Care Assistant

Duration32 weeks

DeliveryHybrid

Combines classroom, laboratory and practice education for front-line care roles in home support and assisted living.

Diploma

Health Care Assistant with Co-op

Duration51 weeks

DeliveryHybrid

Health care assistant preparation with a structured workplace co-op component.

Certificate

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Duration36 weeks

Practicum6 weeks included

Develops specimen collection, laboratory procedures, safety, terminology and clinical-support competencies.

Certificate

Chairside Dental Assistant

Duration16 weeks

DeliveryHybrid

Provides chairside assisting skills, infection control, instrument preparation and dental-office procedures.

Certificate

Therapeutic Recreation Activity Assistant

Duration36 weeks

Practicum6 weeks included

Prepares students to plan and deliver person-centred recreation programs in health and community settings.

Certificate

Medical & Dental Office Administrator

Duration30 weeks

DeliveryOnline

Combines medical and dental terminology with records, scheduling, billing and professional communication.

Business

Diploma

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Duration60 weeks

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Covers procurement, inventory, transportation, logistics operations and supply-chain planning.

Diploma

Legal Assistant

Duration54 weeks

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Develops legal office administration, document preparation, terminology and file-management skills.

Diploma

Administrative Assistant

Duration52 weeks

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Practical training in office software, records, scheduling, communication and administrative coordination.

Diploma

Business Administration

Duration55 weeks

Training1,100 hours

Provides a foundation in management, marketing, accounting, operations and business technology.

Diploma

Accounting and Payroll Administration

Duration55 weeks

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Career preparation in bookkeeping, payroll, accounting software and financial records.

Diploma

Hospitality & Tourism Management with Co-op

Academic study48 weeks

Co-op480 hours

Combines hospitality operations and tourism management with supervised workplace experience.

Diploma

Hospitality & Tourism Management

Duration48 weeks

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Prepares students for operational roles in accommodation, food service, tourism and guest services.

Technology

Diploma

Artificial Intelligence

Duration56 weeks

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Introduces programming, data-driven systems, machine-learning concepts and practical AI tools.

Diploma

Database Administration

Duration53 weeks

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Develops skills in database design, querying, administration, security and troubleshooting.

Diploma

Cybersecurity

Duration71 weeks

DeliveryOnline

Covers network security, risk management, monitoring, incident response and defensive security practices.

Diploma

UI/UX Design

Duration53 weeks

DeliveryOnline

Develops user research, information architecture, interface design, prototyping and usability testing.

Diploma

Web Design and Development

Duration54 weeks

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Combines responsive web design, front-end development, digital tools and portfolio preparation.

Diploma

Data Analyst

Duration56 weeks

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Focuses on preparing, analysing and presenting data using databases and visualization tools.

Diploma

Graphic Design

Duration53 weeks

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Builds visual communication, typography, layout, branding and portfolio-development skills.

Diploma

Software Development

Duration52 weeks

DeliveryOnline

Introduces programming, application development, databases, testing and software-development practices.

Applied Arts

Diploma

Applied Arts Illustration

Duration1 year

DeliveryOnline

Develops drawing, composition, visual storytelling, digital illustration and portfolio skills.

Diploma

2D Character Animation

Duration1 year

DeliveryOnline

Provides training in character design, movement, storyboarding, animation principles and digital production.

Admission, English and fees: Requirements and costs differ by program. Applicants may need secondary-school completion or mature-student eligibility, proof of English proficiency and program-specific prerequisites. Health programs may also require immunization records, criminal record checks, CPR or other clinical-placement documents.