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Flexible, career-focused diplomas and certificates in Business, Technology, and Healthcare — designed for adult learners who want practical, job-focused skills, studied entirely from home.
No commute, no relocation. Learn from anywhere in Canada.
Mapped to Canadian occupations and the skills in their job postings.
Designed to Canadian standards in Alberta, relevant to Canadian employers.
Days, evenings or weekends. Self-paced modules fit around life.
Three streams. One career goal.
Seven diplomas and certificates, all delivered 100% online.
Business & Administration2 programs
Technology & IT4 programs
Healthcare1 program
Medical Office Assistant & Unit Clerk Certificate
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Tell us your goals. An admissions advisor will walk you through programs, requirements, and funding — no pressure.
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Access lessons, labs, and instructors through our online campus — on your schedule, from any device.
Finish with proof of your skills
Finish with a portfolio, a credential, and the practical skills listed in Canadian job postings for your field.
What these careers pay in Alberta
Official Job Bank figures for the main occupation behind each program, including the less favourable outlooks.
| Program | Occupation it prepares you for | Alberta median, $/hr | Typical range | Outlook 2025–2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Office Assistant & Unit Clerk Certificate | Medical administrative assistant (NOC 13112) | $29.00 | $20.00–$35.00 | Good |
| Unit clerk (general office support) (NOC 14100) | $25.00 | $15.50–$36.13 | Limited | |
| Administrative Assistant Diploma | Administrative assistant (NOC 13110) | $26.43 | $19.78–$37.00 | Moderate |
| Business Administration – Supply Chain Diploma | Purchasing agent or officer (NOC 12102) | $40.35 | $26.00–$70.00 | Moderate |
| Logistics coordinator (NOC 13201) | $34.61* | $22.32–$54.99 | Limited | |
| IT Professional Certificate | IT user support technician (NOC 22221) | $30.00 | $20.19–$57.69 | Moderate |
| Security Analyst Certificate · Cybersecurity Specialist Diploma | Cybersecurity specialist (NOC 21220) | $50.51* | $35.40–$87.09 | Moderate |
| Software & Web Developer Diploma | Software developer and programmer (NOC 21232) | $48.08 | $29.81–$76.92 | Moderate |
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Source: Government of Canada Job Bank, Alberta wage and outlook pages (wages updated November 19, 2025; outlook updated December 10, 2025). Rows marked * are Statistics Canada model estimates for 2024. The range runs from roughly the lowest-paid 10% to the top 10%. Job Bank notes that cybersecurity specialist roles usually require a university degree. These figures describe occupations in Alberta, not what Ucademy students will earn, and wages are not guaranteed.
A Canadian college, built for Canadian careers
Ucademy is headquartered in Alberta and designed around the needs of Canadian learners and employers — accessible, high-quality online education that opens doors wherever you are in the country.
- Alberta-based — curriculum and support designed to Canadian standards.
- Built for newcomers — flexible pathways for career changers and new Canadians.
- Employer-aligned — skills mapped to roles Canadian businesses are hiring for.
How does online study at Ucademy work?
Programs are delivered 100% online: lessons, readings, quizzes and practical assignments on the learning platform, with instructor feedback along the way. The Medical Office Assistant & Unit Clerk Certificate includes a 100-hour supervised practicum, and the Administrative Assistant Diploma includes an internship.
How long do the programs take?
Programs range from 420 to 960 instructional hours. At 12 to 15 hours a week, a 420-hour certificate takes about 7 months and a 940–960-hour diploma about 15 months.
Do I need experience to apply?
No industry experience is required. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent (mature-student admission may be available), English proficiency, basic computer skills, and a reliable computer and internet connection.
How can I pay for a program?
Tuition and payment options are published before enrolment opens. Some learners use employer support or personal savings. The funding finder explains which options may fit your situation.
What jobs do the programs prepare for?
Each program is mapped to specific occupations. The table above shows what those jobs pay in Alberta according to Job Bank; it describes the occupations, not guaranteed outcomes.
An education that fits your life
Practical training built around real Canadian workplaces — and around the demands of work, family, and a new beginning.
Each program is mapped to specific Canadian occupations and the skills listed in their job postings, so you practise the work, not just the theory.
Each program is mapped to specific occupations, such as medical administrative assistant, administrative assistant, purchasing agent, IT support technician, cybersecurity specialist and software developer. The table above shows what those jobs pay in Alberta according to Job Bank; it describes the occupations, not guaranteed outcomes.
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