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[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) ## [Working as a Health Care Aide in Winnipeg: Pros, Cons & Job Opportunities](https://blog.herzing.ca/working-as-a-health-care-aide-in-winnipeg-pros-cons-job-opportunities) [![](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Stock%20images/Young%20woman%20helping%20old%20man%20to%20stand%20up.jpeg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/working-as-a-health-care-aide-in-winnipeg-pros-cons-job-opportunities) May 10, 2017, 9:34:54 AM *Updated December 2025* When it comes to choosing a profession, it's so important to get a clear picture of what life is actually like at work. Every career path comes with its own pros and cons, rewards and challenges. The profession of health care aide is no exception. This post offers students a glimpse into the most commonly reported benefits and challenges of this career path—plus the latest news on demand for health care aides in Winnipeg. We hope you'll find this information helpful during your decision-making process.   [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/working-as-a-health-care-aide-in-winnipeg-pros-cons-job-opportunities) ## [The 5 Phases of Building Design & the Role of Drafters at Every Stage](https://blog.herzing.ca/the-5-phases-of-building-design-role-of-drafters) [![Businesswoman and colleague discussing over blueprint in the office](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Stock%20images/Businesswoman%20and%20colleague%20discussing%20over%20blueprint%20in%20the%20office.jpeg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/the-5-phases-of-building-design-role-of-drafters) Apr 19, 2017, 10:05:30 AM *Updated December 2025* Drafters participate in every stage of the design and construction process. They work closely with architects, engineers, and builders to map out schematics and blueprints—and follow projects throughout construction, ensuring they stay true to the original concept. While every project is unique, architectural firms typically follow a widely recognized sequence of steps when planning, conceptualizing, and implementing designs. In this post, we break down these five phases of architectural design and explain the part drafters play at each stage to help bring design concepts to life. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/the-5-phases-of-building-design-role-of-drafters) ## [6 Core Values Taught in Community Services Worker Training](https://blog.herzing.ca/6-core-values-taught-in-csw-training-how-theyll-shape-your-entire-social-services-career) [![Hand with marker writing We Believe in Making a Difference.jpeg](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Stock%20images/Hand%20with%20marker%20writing%20We%20Believe%20in%20Making%20a%20Difference.jpeg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/6-core-values-taught-in-csw-training-how-theyll-shape-your-entire-social-services-career) Apr 10, 2017, 10:33:22 AM *Updated December 2025* In Canadian society, we place a very special trust in community services workers (CSWs) to protect and advocate for vulnerable individuals. We rely on CSWs to help make our neighbourhoods more fair, safe, and productive. But given how complex their work can be, there are times when CSWs are faced with very challenging situations, conflicts, and decisions—where the outcome will have a serious and lasting impact on the life of a client, family members, or the CSW herself. To help build ethical decision-making skills, and understand their responsibilities to the public, CSW students learn the code of professional ethics and values set out by the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW). [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/6-core-values-taught-in-csw-training-how-theyll-shape-your-entire-social-services-career) ## [5 Points to Consider When Choosing a Legal Assistant Program](https://blog.herzing.ca/5-points-to-consider-when-choosing-a-legal-assistant-program) [![technology students group in computer lab classroom](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Stock%20images/technology%20students%20group%20in%20computer%20lab%20classroom-1.jpeg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/5-points-to-consider-when-choosing-a-legal-assistant-program) Apr 5, 2017, 8:52:08 AM *Updated December 2025* College-level training is the fastest, most effective way to secure entry-level legal assistant positions at law firms, corporate legal departments, government offices, municipal/provincial/federal courts, and more. And there is no shortage of legal diploma programs available to students who want to capitalize on available job opportunities. But which attributes should they look for when comparing schools? What key markers of quality are most important to consider when choosing a legal assistant program? While narrowing down the options, students should be careful to notice—and ask about—these five indicators of a reliable legal assistant program. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/5-points-to-consider-when-choosing-a-legal-assistant-program) ## [Job Outlook & Key Skills for Architectural CAD Technicians in Ontario](https://blog.herzing.ca/job-outlook-and-key-skills-for-architectural-cad-technicians-in-ontario) [![Three people standing looking at table with designs](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Stock%20images/Team%20of%20architects%20working%20on%20construction%20plans.jpeg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/job-outlook-and-key-skills-for-architectural-cad-technicians-in-ontario) Mar 27, 2017, 9:27:49 AM *Updated December 2025* If you have an interest in architecture and engineering and like the idea of being part of the building design and planning process, training as a draftsperson could be your ideal career path. Your first step is to understand the professional role of drafter/designers, get a sense of the most in-demand skills in this field, and of course, find out whether there is demand for CAD technicians in your area. Read on to learn which core skills matter most for entry-level designers and take a look at the latest government research on demand for this profession in Ontario. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/job-outlook-and-key-skills-for-architectural-cad-technicians-in-ontario) ## [Health Care Aides in Winnipeg: Training, Outlook & Key Skills](https://blog.herzing.ca/health-care-aides-in-winnipeg-training-outlook-key-skills) [![A health care aide student from Herzing College practices patient care procedures](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Health%20care%20aide%20with%20patient%20-%20Winnipeg%20post.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/health-care-aides-in-winnipeg-training-outlook-key-skills) Mar 13, 2017, 4:33:04 PM *A health care aide student from Herzing College practices patient care procedures* *Updated December 2025* Health care aides deliver compassionate, supportive care to elderly patients and people challenged by physical or cognitive disabilities. They work in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and in the home, helping patients remain as independent and comfortable as possible through assistance with daily tasks, simple medical procedures, and companionship. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/health-care-aides-in-winnipeg-training-outlook-key-skills) ## [5 Technical Skills You Need to Become an Interior Designer](https://blog.herzing.ca/5-technical-skills-you-didnt-know-you-needed-to-become-an-interior-designer) [![technical skills interior design.jpg](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/technical%20skills%20interior%20design.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/5-technical-skills-you-didnt-know-you-needed-to-become-an-interior-designer) Feb 9, 2017, 8:48:39 AM *Updated December 2025* If you're considering becoming an interior designer, you're probably a natural at arranging spaces, picking accessories, and styling a room. You follow interior design trends, textiles, colours, and furniture styles. You know the difference between mid-century modern and Scandinavian minimalist. But how much do you know about interior design software? Or building codes? Or colour theory? Interior design is a much more technical field than most people realize. [Read More](https://blog.herzing.ca/5-technical-skills-you-didnt-know-you-needed-to-become-an-interior-designer) ## [What it's Like to Work as a Medical Lab Assistant](https://blog.herzing.ca/what-its-like-to-work-as-a-medical-lab-assistant) [![Medical Lab Assistant LEAD IMAGE.jpg](https://blog.herzing.ca/hubfs/Medical%20Lab%20Assistant%20LEAD%20IMAGE.jpg)](https://blog.herzing.ca/what-its-like-to-work-as-a-medical-lab-assistant) Jan 25, 2017, 9:52:51 AM *Updated December 2025* Are you instinctively drawn to a career that combines science, health care, and the opportunity to work directly with patients as an important member of a medical team? Do you also enjoy highly detailed work that requires organization and accuracy? Becoming a medical laboratory assistant could be the right fit for you. This career is ideal for people who want a challenging job in health care without spending years at university. 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