Text Only
Algonquin College Logo Second Career
Second Career Home
Why Algonquin
Programs and Courses
Language Skills
Book an Appointment
 
Start Here:

Testimonials

"Being a student at Algonquin helped create the career I always dreamed of."

- Sara
Residential Décor


"My instructors were all experienced professionals with years of practical experience."

- Kina
Cabinet Making


"I chose Algonquin College for three reasons: a friendly and knowledgeable staff, the convenience of the campus, and the flexibility to schedule courses at times that fit my needs"

- Meron
Human Resources Management


"I love the hands-on work combined with the classroom theory."

- Sothea
Hospitality and Tourism

Top 10 reasons to choose Algonquin College for your training

  1. 90% of college graduates who enter the labour force have jobs within 6 months of graduation.
  1. 96% of college graduates would recommend their college to others.
  1. Certificates, diplomas and degrees from Algonquin College are widely valued by employers. Your credentials will always be recognized.
  1. Colleges achieve a high employer satisfaction rate:
    • 92% of employers were satisfied or very satisfied with our graduates’ overall college preparation.
    • 93% of employers were satisfied or very satisfied with our graduates’ quality of work.
    • 91% of employers were satisfied or very satisfied with our graduates’ productivity.
  1. Algonquin provides students with links to further education, including formal transfer agreements with universities.
  1. Algonquin provides support services, from advising through job placement. We’ll help you land a job as soon as you complete your training.
  1. Algonquin delivers a broad range of programs that reflect today's job market.
  1. Algonquin’s faculty have extensive experience, strong academic credentials and teach in well-equipped labs.
  1. Algonquin delivers a range of programming, from pre-literacy and employability skills to continuing, postsecondary and postgraduate education.
  1. Every year, publicly funded colleges:
    • Graduate 60,000 students from one to four-year post-secondary programs.
    • Serve 25,000 apprentices, train 11,000 in literacy and basic skills, and place 27,000 young people in jobs through Job Connect.
    • Operate 50 bridging and language-training programs for internationally trained individuals.