Thinking about your future and having questions? Here are answers to the most common questions people ask about admissions, programs, funding and student life at A1 Global College. Can’t find what you are looking for? Please contact our admissions team.
Whether you are just exploring or ready to apply, we are happy to assist.
Yes, A1 Global College is registered under the Ontario Private Career Colleges Act, 2005 and all of our programs are approved by the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities. This is confirmed by:
- Designated Learning Institution (DLI) – O19394699296
- Designated Educational Institutions
- Career Colleges Ontario member which is the province’s association for registered private career colleges.
A1 Global College has been training students since 1993. Over 30 years of experience in healthcare, business, education, hospitality, and technology programs across Ontario.
A private career college is a school that prepares students for a specific job in a short amount of time (usually a few months to two years). Programs are hands-on and based on what employers are looking for instead of covering broad academic subjects like a university degree.
Private career colleges in Ontario are regulated under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005, and must be registered with the province to operate.
A1 Global College offer programs across five areas:
- Healthcare: Personal Support Worker, Community Services Worker, Executive Medical Office Assistant, Health Services Administration and Management
- Business: Business Management, Accounting & Payroll Administration, Project Management, Construction Management
- Education: Early Childhood Assistant
- Hospitality: Food Service Worker
- Technology: Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Telephone Communication Technician
- The Personal Support Worker program will train you to provide hands-on personal care, such as patient hygiene, mobility support and daily living assistance, in homes, long-term care homes and other healthcare settings.
- The Community Services Worker program will prepare you to support individuals and families through case management, counseling support and community-based social services.
If you want direct, hands-on care work, go with PSW. If you’re more interested in casework and social support, pick Community Services Worker.
Still deciding, or want a closer look at what the career path involves? Our guide, How to Become a Community Services Worker in Ontario walks through the education, skills, and job outlook in more detail.
Your program determines your career results. Graduates of the Accounting & Payroll Administration program, for instance, are qualified for positions like bookkeeper, accounts payable/receivable clerk, and payroll administrator. The particular career outcomes for each program you are thinking about might be explained to you by a Placement Co-ordinator.
Interview prep looks a little different depending on the field you are entering, so we have built guides tailored to each program. If you are graduating from Accounting & Payroll Administration, our Accounting Interview Questions & Answers Guide walks through the kinds of questions employers actually ask. Heading into a medical office role? The Medical Office Assistant Interview Questions guide covers what to expect. And if childcare is your path, our Childcare Interview Questions and Answers guide will help you walk in prepared.
PSW graduates have a slightly different decision to make before interviews even start – choosing the right agency to work with. Our guide on PSW agencies breaks down what to look for so you can pick one that fits your goals.
Yes, A1 Global College offers online and in hybrid mode of education, in addition to fully in-person delivery. Because online availability can vary by program and intake.
Online Mode –
- Accounting and Payroll Administration Program
- Artificial Intelligence
- Business Management
- Construction Management
- Community Services Worker
- Cyber Security
- Early Childcare Support
- Health Services Administration and Management
- Project Management
- Telephone Communication Technician
Hybrid Mode –
Yes, A1 Global College has 4 campuses in Mississauga (Square One), Scarborough, Hamilton, and Waterloo.
Square One, Mississauga – Hours of Operation
- Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
- Saturday: 11:00am – 4:00pm
- Sunday: Closed
Scarborough – Hours of Operation
- Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
- Saturday: 10:00am – 3:00pm
- Sunday: Closed
Hamilton – Hours of Operation
- Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm
- Saturday: 11:00am – 4:00pm
- Sunday: Closed
Waterloo – Hours of Operation
- Monday – Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm
- Saturday: 11:00am – 4:00pm
- Sunday: Closed
Yes, Since A1 Global College is a Designated Learning Institution (DLI number O19394699296), foreign students may apply for a Canadian study permit using their acceptance letter.
The duration of the program varies. Depending on the industry and certificate, the majority of career college programs last anywhere from a few months to around two years. Here’s a brief summary by program so you can quickly check how long each one takes:
Program Name | Program Length | |
1 | Accounting and Payroll Administration Program | 36-week diploma program |
2 | Artificial Intelligence | 32-week diploma program |
3 | Business Management | 64-week diploma program |
4 | Construction Management | 48-week diploma program |
5 | Community Services Worker | 44-week diploma program |
6 | Cyber Security | 32-week diploma program |
7 | Early Childhood Assistant | 40-week diploma program |
8 | Early Childcare Support | 8-week certificate program |
9 | Executive Medical Office Assistant | 46-week diploma program |
10 | Food Service Worker | 18-week diploma program |
11 | Health Services Administration and Management | 48-week diploma program |
12 | Personal Support Worker | 26-week certificate program |
13 | Project Management | 32-week diploma program |
14 | Telephone Communication Technician | 24-week diploma program |
Entry requirements depend on the program, but most ask for:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Mature student status (18 years or older, if you don’t have a diploma)
- Proficiency in the English language
- A passing score on the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam
Some programs may have additional requirements. An admissions advisor can confirm exactly what’s needed for the program you’re interested in.
Schedule a free consultation, online or by phone, with one of our admissions advisors. They’ll walk through your interests, goals, and current skill set to help you find the right fit.
Yes, If you are unemployed, under-employed, or have been laid off, you may qualify for funding through Ontario’s Better Jobs Ontario program, which can cover tuition and other costs while you retrain. You may also be eligible for OSAP, depending on your financial situation. Beyond government funding, we also offer other financing options to help make your program more affordable. Our admissions team can walk you through everything you may qualify for and help you find the right fit. Book a FREE consultation to get started.
Yes, We offer a number of funding options in addition to OSAP, including Better Jobs Ontario and flexible payment plans. Our admissions team will work with you to find an option that fits your situation.
Speak with our admissions team about your current situation. They can explain what language support is available and whether it fits the program you are interested in.
Many of our programs include practicum or placement components that give you real workplace experience before you graduate. For example, PSW students complete a 300 hrs of Clinical Placement (Facility) & (Community) as part of the program. Alongside this hands-on experience, our team supports students with career-readiness guidance to help them transition into the workforce.
Yes, we welcome campus visits. You can tour the classrooms, meet staff, and get your questions answered in person before deciding.
- Direction to Waterloo Campus
- Direction to Mississauga ( Square One ) Campus
- Direction to Hamilton Campus
- Direction to Scarborough Campus
No problem. You don’t have to visit in person to register. You can book a FREE virtual consultation, and an admissions advisor will walk you through the entire process by phone, video call, or email.
A1 Global College combines career-focused training with flexible learning and a genuinely supportive environment. Classes are hands-on, class sizes are kept manageable, and the curriculum is built around what employers are actually looking for. Instructors bring real industry experience and are invested in seeing you succeed so you graduate ready to work, not just ready to test.
Yes, Many of A1 Global College programs are available in hybrid or online formats, and A1 Global College offers part-time and evening class options as well so that you can keep your job while you study.
Yes, Throughout the year, A1 Global College runs open houses, career fairs, and networking sessions that connect students with employers and industry professionals. A great way to explore the campus, meet faculty, and get a feel for the programs before you commit. You can browse highlights from past events, including our career fairs, on our Past Events page.
Yes, You can read real student and graduate reviews on Google for each of our campuses:
- Mississauga (Square One) — [Google reviews]
- Scarborough — [Google reviews]
- Hamilton — [Google reviews]
- Waterloo — [Google reviews]