Part-Time Ontario College Credentials

Fanshawe is committed to providing learning opportunities that fit your lifestyle. Study various Ontario College credentials part-time with the majority delivered online! Earn your post-secondary certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, degree or graduate certificate on your schedule with flexible, part-time options.

Part-Time Programs Available

Part-time Certificate Programs

The following part-time Ontario College certificate programs are delivered fully online.

Part-time Diploma Programs

The following part-time Ontario College diplomas are delivered fully online, except for Practical Nursing.

Part-time Advanced Diploma Programs

The following part-time Ontario College advanced diplomas are delivered fully online.

Part-time Business Advanced Diploma Completion

Students who have completed a two-year business diploma program can continue to earn an Ontario College Advanced Diploma online in the same subject area by taking the respective completion program.

Part-time Business Degree Completion Programs

Students who have completed a three-year business administration advanced diploma program can continue to earn an Honour’s Bachelor of Commerce Degree online in the same subject area by taking the respective completion program.

Part-time Graduate Certificate Programs

The following part-time Ontario College graduate certificates are delivered fully online, except for Cannabis Applied Science and Mobile Application Development.

I chose to take part-time Ontario College Credential because I could continue to further my education while working full-time. Getting my degree has always been something I wanted to do, so to do this part-time with my flexibility of doing it on my schedule has been fantastic.

- Alycia M.,

Part-time Student

How does taking an Ontario College credential part-time work?

What is an Ontario College Credential?

Ontario College Credentials are approved by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities to meet certain criteria for completion. Fanshawe’s Ontario College Credentials include certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, bachelor's degrees and graduate certificates.

How do I apply for a part-time Ontario College credential program?

You must apply to part-time post-secondary programs through the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS). Because these programs result in an Ontario College Credential, your educational background needs assessment to ensure you meet the academic admission requirements of the program. Admission requirements are available on each program page on our website.

Not sure if you meet the requirements for your program? Book an appointment with an admissions advisor.

How long will it take to complete an Ontario College credential part-time?

The time required to complete an Ontario College credential program on a part-time basis is longer than a full-time program and depends on how many courses and consecutive semesters you choose to enroll in. As a part-time student, you can register for one to three courses each semester. There are three semesters in each year.

If you register for three courses each semester, here’s how long it would take you to complete specific Ontario College credentials:

Certificates - approximately two years to complete
Diplomas - approximately three years to complete
Advanced Diploma Completion - approximately two years to complete
Degree Completion - approximately two years to complete
Graduate Certificate - approximately two years to complete

How much will a part-time Ontario College credential program cost?

Students typically pay an average of $300 per course per semester. Most students choose to take two courses per semester. For detailed tuition information, please visit our Part-Time Tuition Fees page.

How do I get financial assistance for a part-time Ontario College credential?

The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is available for part-time students. Find out if you’re eligible at osap.ca. You may also be eligible for certain bursaries through Financial Aid and Awards as well.

How are part-time Ontario College credential programs delivered?

The majority of our part-time Ontario College credential offerings are available fully online (asynchronous), which means you complete coursework when it’s convenient for you during the day and by the due dates specified by the instructor. Fanshawe has put together tools and resources under Online and Distance Learning to help you assess your online readiness, including a free online quiz at amiready.ca.

There are a few part-time post-secondary programs that are delivered in class for students to complete important lab or hands-on work that is required to graduate with the credential. Many in-class offerings are scheduled within evening hours to help accommodate busy schedules.

How do I know if part-time learning is right for me?

This route of post-secondary education is for students with a busy lifestyle who are looking to advance or change careers or start/finish the Ontario College credential they’ve always wanted. If this sounds like you, this Fanshawe College option might be a good fit for you!

How do I register for courses when I’m accepted into my part-time post-secondary program?

Get all the information you need and learn how to register for courses on our Part-Time Post-Secondary Learning page.