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(28) --- - English - Français - News / Blog - [Contact](https://www.herzing.ca/contact) - [Student Login](https://student5.campuslogin.com/(S(l5qa1i55nvojjoragnier23j))/StudentLoginDefault.aspx?OrgID=12200) [![herzing-logo@2x](https://blog.herzing.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/herzing-logo@2x.png?width=164&height=33&name=herzing-logo@2x.png "herzing-logo@2x")](https://www.herzing.ca) - [PROGRAMS](https://www.herzing.ca/programs-page/) - [ONLINE PROGRAMS](https://www.herzing.ca/online-programs/) - [CAMPUS SERVICES](https://www.herzing.ca/campus-services/admissions/) - [INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS](https://www.herzing.ca/international-students/) - [WHY HERZING](https://www.herzing.ca/why-herzing/why-choose-herzing/) - [LOCATIONS](https://www.herzing.ca/locations/) ![menu@2x](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/menu@2x.png "menu@2x") # Herzing Blog Expert advice to help you choose the right training program and succeed in your career. - [Herzing College \>](https://herzing.ca) - [Blog](https://blog.herzing.ca) ### Book a Tour X Visit a Herzing College Campus! ### Ask a Question X Want to Learn More? ### Explore X ### Is Career Training right for you? [TAKE OUR CAREER TRAINING READINESS KIT](https://yourcareerexploration.ca/?lead_src=w-cta-box&mid=18419) Live Chat   Tour   Ask   Explore   - [All Campuses](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/national) - [Montreal French](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/montreal-fr) - [Montreal](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/montreal) - [Ottawa](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/ottawa) - [Toronto](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/toronto) - [Winnipeg](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/Winnipeg) - [Herzing Skilled Trades Training](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades) - [Kompass Professional Development](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training) #### SELECT A CATEGORY: - Categories - [All Campuses](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/national) - [Montreal French](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/montreal-fr) - [Montreal](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/montreal) - [Ottawa](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/ottawa) - [Toronto](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/toronto) - [Winnipeg](https://blog.herzing.ca/topic/Winnipeg) - [Herzing Skilled Trades Training](https://blog.herzing.ca/trades) - [Kompass Professional Development](https://blog.herzing.ca/kompass-online-training) ## [Hillel Lodge Hires Our Entire Class of Personal Support Worker Students!](https://blog.herzing.ca/hillel-lodge-hires-entire-class-of-personal-support-worker-students) [![](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/1383156_528927910515295_844009513_n(1).jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/hillel-lodge-hires-entire-class-of-personal-support-worker-students) Apr 30, 2020, 12:58:57 PM *Residents of Hillel Lodge, the only charitable, Jewish, faith-based long-term care facility in Eastern Ontario* As most people know, the COVID-19 crisis has been particularly stressful and dangerous for elderly citizens in long-term care facilities.  Older people with weakened immune systems or pre-existing health conditions are more vulnerable to the novel coronavirus.   Meanwhile, social distancing rules have also taken a toll, isolating seniors from family and friends, and restricting their participation in community activities.  Never have we relied so heavily on the dedication, skill, and compassion of long-term health care professionals to keep our loved ones safe and well. Nurses, care home staff, and personal support workers are on the front lines of this struggle. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/hillel-lodge-hires-entire-class-of-personal-support-worker-students) ## [What's it Like to Take Interior Design Training at Herzing College?](https://blog.herzing.ca/whats-it-like-to-take-interior-design-training-at-herzing-college) [![](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/interior%20design%20herzing%20college%20montreal.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/whats-it-like-to-take-interior-design-training-at-herzing-college) Apr 9, 2020, 4:25:37 PM The interior design students we work with at Herzing are an incredibly diverse group, coming from different backgrounds and all ages. Some are recent high school graduates, others are working parents, and quite a few are international students. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/whats-it-like-to-take-interior-design-training-at-herzing-college) ## [How to Choose a Good Building Design Program](https://blog.herzing.ca/how-to-choose-a-good-building-design-program) [![](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/architectural%20design%20program.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/how-to-choose-a-good-building-design-program) Apr 6, 2020, 12:19:25 PM *Updated December 2025* Building design is a competitive field. There are plenty of colleges producing architectural designers each year and only so many design firms and construction companies available to hire them.  How do you position yourself as a competitive job candidate and get your career off to a strong start?  [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/how-to-choose-a-good-building-design-program) ## [Need Support? New Personal Counselling Services Available on Campus](https://blog.herzing.ca/new-personal-counselling-services-available-on-campus) [![](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/fred%20standil%20photo.png)](https://blog.herzing.ca/new-personal-counselling-services-available-on-campus) Feb 24, 2020, 1:32:19 PM *Fred Standil is the new Student Services Advisor at Herzing, offering academic and personal counselling to students. Fred has been on the faculty at Herzing College for the past 11 years.* Herzing College Winnipeg is excited to announce new counselling and advising services for students. The new Student Support Services office is located on the second floor by the elevator, and officially launched on February 10, 2020.  If you’re struggling with a personal or academic problem, this is the place to go. The office is run by Fred Standil, who many students already know as our Community Support Worker instructor.  [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/new-personal-counselling-services-available-on-campus) ## [Meet Henry Herzing: The True Story Behind Herzing College](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-henry-herzing-the-true-story-behind-herzing-college) [![](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Henry%20Herzing.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-henry-herzing-the-true-story-behind-herzing-college) Feb 18, 2020, 12:31:10 PM On November 4, 1964, Henry and Suzanne Herzing stood on a street corner across from the Empire State Building in New York City. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-henry-herzing-the-true-story-behind-herzing-college) ## [How Do You Become a Graphic Designer? The First 5 Steps](https://blog.herzing.ca/how-do-you-become-a-graphic-designer-the-first-5-steps) [![](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/graphic%20design-2.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/how-do-you-become-a-graphic-designer-the-first-5-steps) Feb 13, 2020, 1:43:20 PM *Updated December 2025* Do you need a university degree to be taken seriously as a graphic designer? Can you avoid school altogether and just teach yourself the basics?  What about free graphic design courses you can find online—isn’t that the best option for an up-and-comer who doesn’t want college debt?  Graphic design is one of those fields where there are no clear rules on how to start a career. Some professions—like doctor or lawyer or licensed teacher—have very clear pathways for training. You *must* go to university. You *must* get certified. It’s not negotiable.  Becoming a graphic designer is a little different. There’s endless debate between self-taught and schooled designers, and whether formal training is really “worth it”.  But the truth is, with the growing complexity of design software and digital technology, many designers need formal training to stay ahead of the curve.  [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/how-do-you-become-a-graphic-designer-the-first-5-steps) ## [Can You Become a Programmer Without a University Degree?](https://blog.herzing.ca/can-you-become-a-programmer-without-a-university-degree) [![Close up of back of man's T-shirt that says eat, sleep, code](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/programmer-2.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/can-you-become-a-programmer-without-a-university-degree) Feb 7, 2020, 9:59:55 AM *Updated July 2023* The short answer is yes. You can become a programmer without earning a university degree in computer science or software engineering.  The longer answer is a bit more complicated. Starting your career without a degree will mean doing quite a bit of self-study and self-training. You need to be a hard worker and highly motivated to succeed.  The truth is, this field is big (there are hundreds of programming languages!) and it’s changing all the time. Even with a degree, you’ll spend a lot of time studying new tech and teaching yourself new skills.  So this begs the question: If you don’t want to go to university, what’s the best way to get your programming career off the ground?  [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/can-you-become-a-programmer-without-a-university-degree) ## [What Does an Administrative Assistant Really Do? Top 10 Daily Tasks](https://blog.herzing.ca/what-does-an-administrative-assistant-really-do-top-10-daily-tasks) [![](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/office%20assistant-2.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/what-does-an-administrative-assistant-really-do-top-10-daily-tasks) Feb 5, 2020, 11:18:11 AM *Updated December 2023* Administrative assistant* sounds* like a fairly straightforward job. Don’t assistants just answer phones, get coffee, and do filing?  Not exactly. Maybe this job used to be simpler—before the internet, complex office software, and growing demands on business administrators. But today, administrative assistants play an absolutely vital role in every successful company and organization. Filing and phones are part of the job description, but there’s a lot more to it.  So why is this role so important, and what does an admin assistant *really* do? Let’s break down the 10 most common tasks and responsibilities.  Take a look at what the position involves and see if office administration is the right career for you. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/what-does-an-administrative-assistant-really-do-top-10-daily-tasks) ## [Meet Dorian: My Experience in Herzing's Building Design Program](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-dorian-my-experience-in-herzings-building-design-program) [![Dorian head shot](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Dorian%20head%20shot.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-dorian-my-experience-in-herzings-building-design-program) Jan 2, 2020, 1:21:45 PM Dorian Pai enrolled in Herzing's Building Design Technician program when he discovered his architecture degree was too theory-based to get him hired. Dorian needed practical knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and design software to be taken seriously as a job applicant and break into the architecture field. Like so many other students, he was looking for fast, affordable training that delivered job-ready skills. Did Herzing measure up? [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-dorian-my-experience-in-herzings-building-design-program) ## [Meet Agnes: Herzing's Accounting Program Got Me My First Job in Canada](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-agnes-herzings-accounting-program-got-me-my-first-job-in-canada) [![Agnes photo](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Agnes%20photo.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/meet-agnes-herzings-accounting-program-got-me-my-first-job-in-canada) Dec 20, 2019, 1:17:47 PM *Agnes Perez graduated from Herzing's Accounting and Payroll program in 2019, and got her first full-time job in Canada working on the finance team at Venture Healthcare.* Agnes Perez's story is very similar to many other students at Herzing. She moved to Canada from the Philippines with a good education, but her credentials and work experience were not recognized by Canadian employers. Back home, she was a successful optometrist with 12 years of professional experience. But Agnes quickly realized that if she wanted a successful career here in Winnipeg, she would have to go back to school and earn a Canadian diploma. 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