Updated December 2022

A business diploma is one of the most versatile training programs you can pursue. The skills taught in this program open doors to a wide range of career options—and courses can be completed in two years or even less.

We meet with hundreds of students every year, many of them considering careers in business. Are you one of them? How do you know if this program is right for you?

Updated January 2023

Everyone wants to find a career that is both professionally and personally rewarding. We all want to strike that perfect balance between financial stability and feeling inspired to go to work each day.

This is what motivates us to seek out training, find our "tribe," and apply for jobs that deliver a sense of meaning along with a steady paycheque.

If you're considering a paralegal career, you're probably aiming for that very same goal. As you flip through program brochures or talk to people you know in the legal field, you're thinking about whether this is truly your ideal path.

Examples of student work from the Herzing College Graphic Design Program (Toronto campus)

When most people think "graphic designer," they immediately imagine someone who designs for websites, posters, or advertisements. But the truth is, there's a whole world of other graphic design applications and career paths out there.

From film and television to book and album covers to public services—talented designers are wanted across industries to communicate ideas in creative and compelling ways.

Paralegal students at Herzing College Toronto participating in a mock trial

Updated January 2023

In our experience, paralegal training attracts a very specific kind of student. These people are analytical, hard-working, articulate, socially conscious, and driven to help others.

They have a strong sense of ethics and are genuinely fascinated by how our legal system works. We're talking about a special kind of person who believes in justice and wants to make legal services more available and affordable to Ontario residents.

Because that's exactly what paralegals do. So, what should you know about this training and career path before you take the leap and enrol in a program?

Glaser, Kidd, Scher, Bass, Bierut...chances are, you've heard of at least one of these graphic design giants. And even if you don't know their names, you'd recognize their legendary work in a heartbeat.

Everyone knows the iconic "I heart NY" sign. Or the universally familiar Jurassic Park t-rex image and logo. Those designs are by globally-renowned graphic designers Milton Glaser and Chip Kidd.

Updated December 2022

Choosing a career is very exciting...but it can also be incredibly stressful. There's the cost of training, the investment of time and hard work, and worries about actually finding a job.

This is a high-stakes decision for many people, whether you're fresh out of high school or looking for a new direction. No one wants to end up in a career they're not suited for in a field where nobody's hiring.

It's all about finding that perfect balance: an occupation that matches your interests and natural skills and has healthy employment growth and demand.

Are you facing this dilemma? Wondering if you should become a network technician, but not totally sure it's the right move? You need more information. And that's exactly what we're delivering in this week's post.

These are eight things to consider before you take the leap and start an IT career in networking. By the end of this list, you'll have a much clearer idea of where you're headed and what steps to take next. Let's get started!

Updated December 2022

Frankly, there are so many reasons to choose a career in building design, we had a hard time narrowing it down to just nine.

Anyone who's working happily in this field knows how creative/exciting/challenging/cutting-edge/diverse building design can be.

But if you're just starting out—just beginning to look at training programs—you need to dig a little deeper. You need solid information about what it's like to become a building designer, and what to expect out in the field.

And that's what this post is all about.

So read on and explore these nine excellent reasons to go for it and start a career in building design.

Updated January 2023

We've all heard the news and read the stats. Canada's health care system is stretched to the limit. We don't have enough long-term care beds, there aren't enough medical professionals, and we don't know how we'll care for our growing population of seniors.

It's no surprise that in the middle of this challenge, we've seen demand for personal support workers skyrocket.

What are some of the challenges you'll face as a new building designer? What steps will you go through when creating new building concepts from scratch?

Key questions for anyone considering a career in building design.

On the surface, building design might seem like a purely technical occupation. You work with computer-aided design software all day, do a lot of calculations, and produce highly detailed drawings and blueprints.

But the truth is, building design is about much, much more than plugging measurements into a computer program. It's truly an art and a science.

Updated December 2022

Every career has its ups and downs. No matter which profession you choose, there'll be parts of the job you won't exactly love.