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In this course students will use the latest ERP software to examine how various business tasks or activities are managed, with particular attention paid to how these activities span across functional areas of the business. Students will develop an understanding of the many chains of interrelated events that must occur for any business to successfully serve its internal and external customers...

This comprehensive course focuses on body wellness, beginning with extensive training in anatomy and physiology including the lymphatic system. Students learn and practice various body wraps and polishing treatments, including techniques for Cellulite and Swedish massage, and an understanding of hot stone therapy, followed by supervised hands on practice.

Well-done make-up application can highlight attractive features and hide imperfections. Learn how to accentuate the positives in your own and others' appearance through this hands-on course. Students use proper safety procedures when learning day and evening make-up applications for various skin tones and facial features. This course is beneficial for beauty care professionals looking to add...

In this course, the principles of effective leadership and management are examined with an emphasis on developing strategies for effectively managing groups of people. Situational leadership strategies will be analyzed with a view toward leading organizations through periods of change. Students work collaboratively to examine a variety of workplace issues thereby learning to provide effective...

In this course, you will explore and gain knowledge and skills related to professional nursing practice in Ontario and Canada. Specifically, you will explore the regulatory processes, organizational infrastructures of nursing in Ontario, the ethical foundations of nursing and professional accountabilities through the lens of the College of Nurses of Ontario entry to practice competencies...

Students review the requirements for eligibility for retirement, survivors', childrens', and disability benefits. Students look at the applications for benefits, with special focus on the types of evidence and information that must be submitted with the application for disability benefits in order to meet the qualification standards. Students also look at avenues for appealing adverse decisions on...

The Residential Tenancies Act (which replaced the Tenant Protection Act effective 1/1/07) regulates the relationship between residential landlords and tenants. In these courses, we consider what is covered by the Act, breaking a lease, evictions, privacy issues, repairs and maintenance, rules relating to rent, and proceedings before the Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board. There are numerous ways...

In this course, participants are provided with tools to make their advocacy efforts more effective. We look at poor and marginalized persons who are most in need of advocacy. We explore informal networking, establishing contacts at government offices, and the power of persistence as important tools for advocates. Also, the importance of good negotiating skills is discussed and practical tips for...

This course provides a comprehensive review of the Ontario Works Act (OWA), including the application process, financial assessments and employment supports. The benefits available to successful OW applicants are discussed, and rights to appeal decisions of the OW staff are reviewed in detail with a particular focus on internal reviews. Finally, we take a critical look at the role of the community...

For most employees who work in a non-union setting, legal protections governing the basic terms of employment are found in the provincial Employment Standards Act. This law sets minimum protections regarding wages, overtime pay and hours, and vacation time, amongst others. The Ministry of Labour is responsible for enforcing this law. In this course, we review the coverage of the Act, its areas of...