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Career Programs

What are career programs?
Why take a career program at Douglas?
What kinds of careers can I study at Douglas?
Can I take a career program part time?
How long are career programs?
What about Continuing Education career training?

What are career programs?

Career programs prepare you to enter a new job or upgrade to a higher position in your current field as soon as you graduate. A few examples: Nursing, Early Childhood Education or Hotel and Restaurant Management.

Studying in a University Transfer program also provides analytical and teamwork skills valued by employers. However, most "UT" students continue to further studies before entering a career.

Why take a career program at Douglas?

High quality recognized by employers
Results! Hiring rates of virtually 100% in many programs
Instructors are successful professionals in their field
Focus on real-world skills
Worksite learning provides experience and job contacts
Employer advisors keep content up to date
Cutting-edge facilities and equipment

What kinds of careers can I study at Douglas?

Select from over 40 career specialties in areas such as:

Check the full list of programs.

Can I take a career program part time?

Yes, many Douglas career programs offer part-time options with flexible schedules. Instructors can work with you to develop a workable schedule and ensure you take required courses in the right order.

Career programs with part-time options:

How long are career programs?

Career programs can vary from 1-year certificates to 4-year degrees. The majority are 2-year diplomas. Continuing Education also offers short-term career training.

What about Continuing Education career training?

Douglas offers hundreds of short-term programs and courses through Continuing Education and Contract Training.

Learning options include:

Professional upgrading
Career training
Self employment
Career assessment