Online learning

As leaders in online learning, we have expert instructors, engaging learning communities, and courses created to help you succeed online.

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Your life. Your schedule.

We offer two ways to learn online:

Real-time: learning with your instructor and classmates at a scheduled time.

Anytime: learning at a time you choose.

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Choices. Lots of choices.

NorQuest College offers 18 programs and almost 400 courses online. No matter your interest, we have an online course for you.

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Backed by experience

Our online programs have award-winning, experienced instructors with decades of experience in online learning. More importantly, they care about you and your success.

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Leaders in workforce training

Learn career-focused, in-demand skills from instructors who are experts in their fields with years of real-world experience in the areas they teach.

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Recognized programs

All our online programs are provincially approved, assuring NorQuest College is a name that employers recognize and trust as a reputable institution.

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Real people. Real support.

Online students receive academic advising, tutoring, and financial aid assistance – all available online or by phone. More than 15 services are available online to help you succeed.

We offer a variety of online programs and courses to help you succeed.

Academic Upgrading

NorQuest College operates as an accredited high school and offers courses that follow the Alberta Education curriculum, and prepare you to continue your studies at NorQuest or another post-secondar...

Outcome

Course credits

Length

Varies

Advanced Education in Orthopaedics for LPNs

This post-diploma program prepares licensed practical nurses with the knowledge and skills for a specialized career in orthopaedics. It consists of three courses and a 300-hour practicum. Further y...

Outcome

Post-diploma certificate

Length

Varies

Health Care Aide

NorQuest College’s Health Care Aide program is among the largest in Canada and prepares you to be a part of a health-care team in a variety of different settings, providing a high level of fr...

Outcome

Certificate

Length

2 or 3 terms

Interdisciplinary Therapy Assistant

Assist patients to overcome injuries or impairments as a valuable member of an interdisciplinary health-care team. You will develop a strong occupational and physical therapy assistant background, ...

Outcome

Diploma

Length

6 or 9 terms

LINC - Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada

Are you new to Canada? NorQuest College supports your settlement in Alberta and Canada by offering courses that will help you develop basic English language proficiency, settlement knowledge, and e...

Outcome

Completion certificate

Length

Varies

Practical Nurse

One of the largest in Canada, NorQuest’s Practical Nurse program will prepare you to play a vital, front-line role in providing high-quality care to clients in a variety of health-care settin...

Outcome

Diploma

Length

5 - 9 terms

Therapeutic Recreation

Learn how to deliver client-centered care in a variety of Therapeutic Recreation settings during this two-year diploma. You will explore the impact of recreation and leisure on individual wellness ...

Outcome

Diploma

Length

6 terms

The online Medical Office Assistant program was a great first step in my post-secondary education. I found it very convenient to be able to work from home at my own pace, while still having the structure and deadlines of an in-person course. The teachers were very helpful and always responded to any questions I had in a timely manner. I liked that the program was fast-paced without being too stressful. I would recommend this program to any individual looking to start out in the medical field.

— Paige Tetzlaff,
Medical Office Assistant graduate

If you've never taken an online class, you likely have questions.

Which online option is most similar to in-person learning? Real-time learning is the closest option to in-person learning. The only difference is you are learning online versus coming to campus for class. In real-time, you can see your instructor and classmates, ask questions, and actively participate in the class, just like you could in an in-person class.
Can anyone take an online course? Online courses are designed for students who desire flexibility and convenience in their studies. All online courses are fully accredited and are considered equivalent to on-campus courses. Anyone who is eligible to take an on-campus course can register in an online course.
I don’t have a computer at home. Can I still take an online course? Yes, as long as you have access to a computer that is connected to the Internet. Some students use computers where they work or attend school.
I have more questions. Who can I talk to? You can contact a student recruiter by email: student.recruiter@norquest.ca or phone: 780.644.5927. The Student Recruitment office is open from 8:15 am to 4:30 pm MST, Monday through Friday. We are here to help you!

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