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You might be a great fit for an educational assistant (EA) career if you are patient, stay calm under pressure, and want to help students who need extra support. But before you commit, it helps to know what the work is really like.

As a teenager, Jenna Boivin struggled with addictions, an eating disorder, and a personality disorder. After a stint in a psychiatric hospital, she took stock of her life and decided to make a change.

In her early 40s, Erin Waluk was ready to start rebuilding her life. She had spent years healing from trauma and addiction, and she knew she wanted more.

If you’re thinking about a career in cybersecurity, you’ve probably noticed there’s more than one way to get there.

Many cybersecurity job postings call for a degree, but many employers are also willing to accept candidates with diplomas. The truth is that in the IT world, employers are often more interested in what you can do rather than what credentials you hold.

So if you want to expand your skill set, which educational path should you choose?

Herzing offers both a cybersecurity diploma and a Bachelor of Applied Cybersecurity degree, and which one is right for you depends on your goals, your timeline, and how far you want to take your career.

Here’s a clear look at how the two programs compare.

Herzing’s Bachelor of Applied Cybersecurity takes just 28 months to complete—significantly faster than the typical three-year timeline for an applied bachelor’s degree.

Technology careers in Canada cover everything from protecting networks and troubleshooting systems to developing software and working with data. For career starters and people considering a change, figuring out which technology path fits their interests and what training can help them prepare can be a challenge.

Herzing College's Mental Health and Addictions Worker diploma program is now approved by the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF), Canada's addiction workforce regulator. This approval confirms the program meets the educational requirements for two nationally recognized credentials:

Damage insurance agents and brokers help clients choose the right coverage for their home, vehicle, or business, and support them through renewals and claims. Agents represent one insurance company, while brokers work with several. Both must be licensed in Quebec through the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF).

Picture this: a pipe bursts in your basement, or someone rear-ends your car. Your first call is probably to your insurance agent or broker.

That person isn't just there to sell you a policy. They're the one who helped you choose the right coverage in the first place, and now they're the one helping you get back on track.

So what does that job actually involve? Below, we break down what agents and brokers do day to day, how the two roles differ, and how you can get started in the field.

If you like the idea of a creative career but aren't sure design is “your thing,” you're not alone. It's one of the most common questions people ask before enrolling in any design program.

Graphic design today covers a lot of ground. You could end up designing a brand identity, building a web page, laying out a package, or animating a short video, sometimes all in the same week. That range is part of what makes it appealing, but it also raises a fair question: how do you know if this kind of work is actually a good fit for you?

Here’s what to think about.

Healthcare is one of Canada's most important industries, offering a wide range of careers that support individuals, families, and communities. Whether you're interested in patient care, community support, or healthcare administration, there are many rewarding career paths to explore.

This guide explores healthcare careers in Canada, including entry-level roles, key skills, training options, and tips for choosing a career that aligns with your interests and goals.