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The American Sign Language and Deaf Studies certificate is a hybrid program open to both Deaf and non-deaf students. This program will provide you with intensive training in American Sign Language (ASL) and English.

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 51.2399The Deafblind and Intervenor Studies program will prepare you to work with individuals who have combined vision and hearing loss. This is a hybrid program that includes online and in-person components. 

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: Not Applicable**Note: On March 12, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced that college Bachelor's degree, regardless of field of study, are eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)This program is eligible for an entrance scholarship.The Honours Bachelor of Interpretation (American Sign Language – English) program combines classroom theory, research, hands-on practice and professional field experience to prepare graduates to work as qualified interpreters.

George Brown College's Advanced Studies in Inclusive Early Childhood is a post-diploma, one-semester training program that strengthen your capacity to respond to children with special needs. This program is designed for Early Childhood Educators, teachers and supervisors.

This program is eligible for two scholarships:  A degree entrance scholarship and a second $1,200 entrance scholarship. Visit our entrance scholarship page for details.George Brown's Bachelor of Early Childhood Education – Honours (Degree Completion) program will take your education and career to the next level in just two years. Apply to this program if you have an early childhood education diploma and want to develop the skills you need to work as a leader in the sector. This program is available as a part-time study option.

George Brown College's Child Development Practitioner (CDP) program is designed for those already working in the field of Early Childhood who wish to pursue formal studies and receive certification as a Career Development Practitioner. As a CDP apprentice, you will be required to take 23 modules of in-school training on a part-time basis in the evenings. This training is currently being offered in a hybrid format - both in-person and online.

George Brown College’s part-time Early Childhood Education (ECE) diploma program will prepare you to work as a trained early childhood professional. In this part-time program, you will study in the evenings taking one to three courses per semester. Upon completion of this program, you will be eligible for entrance to Ontario’s College of Early Childhood Educators. This is a requirement for anyone wanting to work as an Early Childhood Educator in the province of Ontario.

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 19.0709George Brown's Early Childhood Education Diploma program will prepare you for a rewarding career in a rapidly evolving sector. In just two years, you'll learn to work with children from six weeks to 12 years of age in a variety of early childhood education settings.

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 19.0709The Early Childhood Education (Consecutive Diploma/Degree) (C118) program is a joint offering with Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU). In just four years, you will earn both a Diploma from George Brown and Degree from TMU. Launch your career in early childhood education with both a diploma and a degree in just four years.

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 19.0709The Early Childhood Education (Fast-Track) program is for graduates with a diploma or degree in a related field. This fast-track stream will prepare you for a rewarding career working with children from six weeks to 12 years of age in a variety of early childhood education settings.

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 19.0709The Early Childhood Education (Consecutive Diploma/Degree) program will help you launch your early childhood education career with a diploma and a degree from George Brown College in just four years.

George Brown's Early Childhood Education Diploma program will prepare you for a rewarding career in a rapidly evolving sector. In this 16-month online program stream, you will learn to work with children from six weeks to 12 years of age in a variety of early childhood education settings. Students will complete four in-person field placements. 

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 19.0709George Brown's Early Childhood Education (Accelerated) program will prepare you for a rewarding career in a rapidly evolving sector. This condensed, 16-month version of our two-year diploma program will teach you to work with children from six weeks to 12 years of age in a variety of early childhood education settings.

George Brown College's Early Childhood (EC) Management Certificate (Post-Diploma) is a one-semester program designed to prepare supervisors and directors for their roles and responsibilities in childcare programs, family childcare, preschools, nursery schools, family drop-in centres, family literacy programs and early intervention services. This program will also prepare you for management and leadership in the integrated early childhood system that is emerging in Ontario.

The Assaulted Women's and Children's Counsellor/Advocate (AWCCA) (Accelerated) program will prepare you to provide anti-oppressive counselling and advocacy for survivors of gender-based violence.Apply to this accelerated program stream if you have an existing diploma or degree and work/volunteer experience in feminist organizations and programs and are interested in accelerating your career as a counsellor/advocate for survivors of gender-based violence.To begin your studies in May 20206, apply to the 2025/26 intake for this program. To start this program in May 2025, apply to the 2024/25 intake.

The Assaulted Women's and Children's Counsellor/Advocate (AWCCA) program will prepare you to provide anti-oppressive counselling and advocacy for survivors of gender-based violence.

The Career Development Practitioner (Postgraduate) one-year program will prepare you to provide guidance related to career exploration, skill acquisition and job search and maintenance to a variety of clients. Apply to this program if you want to help others make professional and life decisions and have an impact in your daily work.

The Child and Youth Care program will prepare you to work effectively with children, adolescents and families who are experiencing social, emotional, developmental and behavioural challenges. The program integrates a holistic approach embedding an ecological perspective and principles of human rights, anti-oppressive practice, resiliency and restorative practice.

In the Child and Youth Care (Accelerated) program, you will have an opportunity to learn how to work effectively with vulnerable children, adolescents and families who are experiencing developmental, mental health, social and emotional difficulties. Apply to this program stream if you have already completed a two- or three-year diploma, or a three- or four-year degree.PLEASE NOTE: If you apply to the 2025/26 intake for this program, you will start in May 2026. To begin your studies in May 2025, apply to the 2024/25 academic year.

The Community Worker program prepares students to work for progressive social change with organizations, communities, and individuals across a range of issues such as poverty, housing, legal rights, discrimination, food justice, immigration and refugee settlement.

The Community Worker (Accelerated) program will prepare you to work for progressive social change with organizations, communities and individuals across a range of issues such as poverty, housing, legal rights, discrimination, food justice, immigration and refugee settlement.Apply to this accelerated stream, a condensed version of the two-year Community Worker (C101) program, if you have an existing diploma or degree.To begin your studies in May 2026, apply to the 2025/26 intake for this program. To begin your studies in May 2025, apply to the 2024/25 academic year. 

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 44The Social Service Worker diploma program combines in-class learning with field experience to teach you the skills you need to succeed. You will study theoretical models and approaches to practice as you develop skills in group facilitation, mental health supports, social innovation and anti-oppressive practice.This is an approved education program by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW).

The Social Service Worker (Accelerated) program will provide you with the opportunity to learn theoretical models, group facilitation, mental health support, values, ethics and professional practice, and anti-oppressive practice.You can apply to this accelerated program if you have a diploma or degree related to social or community work.If you apply to this program's 2025/26 intake, you will start in May 2026. To begin your studies in May 2025, apply to the 2024/25 academic year.

The Dental Assisting program provides the education required to work as a certified dental assistant (Levels I and II). As a student in this program, you will develop the skills, technical knowledge and clinical experience necessary to work in a professional, ethical and collaborative manner in a variety of settings.

The Dental Hygiene program will teach you the competencies and skills required to practise as a dental hygienist in the province of Ontario. This program focuses on developing interpersonal communication skills and professionalism while providing dental hygiene care.

George Brown College’s Dental Technology program will teach you the specialized skills of a dental technologist, including how to design and fabricate various oral devices that have been prescribed to a patient by a regulated dental practitioner (often a dentist). Throughout this program, you will learn to make a range of dental appliances such as full dentures, partial dentures, crowns, bridges, implant-related restorations, orthodontic appliances and other specialty items.

George Brown College’s Denturism program will educate you within the guidelines of the denturist’s scope of practice. This includes assessment, treatment planning, design, fabrication and maintenance of various dental prostheses and oral devices.

The Honours Bachelor of Science (Dental Hygiene) is an online one-year degree completion program in dental hygiene. Apply to this program if you are a dental hygienist interested in expanding your career and educational pathway opportunities.PLEASE NOTE: This program intake starts in May 2026. To begin your studies in May 2025, apply to the 2024/25 intake.

The Restorative Dental Hygiene (Postgraduate) program is open to registered dental hygienists who have a minimum of one year of work experience. Students will learn how to perform advanced restorative procedures and preventive measures. Those interested in advancing their skill set and expanding their scope of clinical practice should consider this program.

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 42.2814The Autism and Behavioural Science (Postgraduate) program focuses on autism spectrum disorders and therapies, mainly applied behaviour analysis (ABA), with a primary application for children and adolescents. You will gain practical experience working with treatment teams.

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 42.2814The Behavioural Science Technician diploma program will teach you how to use Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) to support meaningful changes in people's lives.

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 42.2814The Behavioural Science Technician (Accelerated) one-year intensive program will prepare you to use applied behaviour analysis (ABA) and behavioural intervention to work with a variety of populations, including those with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injury, gerontology and behavioural disorders. Apply to this accelerated stream if you have a bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field.

Clinical Methods in Orthotics/Prosthetics (Postgraduate) is a joint program with Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and other facilities that teaches you how to assess and fit patients with artificial limbs, braces and splints. This program is unique in Ontario.

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 51.0918In the Hearing Instrument Specialist program you will learn the specialized skills required to work as a hearing health-care professional. You will develop people skills and will learn how to use the latest technology to assess appropriate hearing solutions for those in need. For applicants with a relevant degree or diploma, we offer an opportunity for advanced standing into semester 3 of the program.

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 42.2814This program is eligible for an entrance scholarship.The Honours Bachelor of Behaviour Analysis program combines philosophy, methodology and theory with a strong applied learning component to create a comprehensive understanding of behavioural psychology and, more specifically, applied behaviour analysis (ABA).

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 42.2814The Honours Bachelor of Behaviour Analysis (S303) is an accelerated degree program stream that will give you a comprehensive understanding of behavioural psychology and, more specifically, applied behaviour analysis (ABA). Apply to this stream if you have successfully completed two years of an approved behavioural science technology or technician program. This five-semester program starts with a spring/summer bridging semester that leads into year three (or semester 5) of the four-year degree.To start your studies in May 2026, apply to the May 2025/26 intake for this program. To begin your studies in May 2025, apply to the 2024/25 academic year.

The practice-oriented and hands-on Orthotic/Prosthetic Technician program will teach you to be competent with many hand tools and specialized machines used in the fabrication of orthotic and prosthetic devices. This program is unique in Canada.

The Recreation Management in Gerontology (C152) program is a well-established and industry-respected program that has been training students in the field for nearly 45 years.In just four semesters, you will develop specialized knowledge in the field of aging and the ability to design and deliver meaningful therapeutic programs to enhance the quality of life of older adults.

The Dental Office Administration program will teach you the administrative skills and clinical knowledge needed to work effectively in a dental practice. You’ll also get ample hands-on experience off-site with a dental partner, so you’ll be ready to work upon graduation.

The Health Information Management program will prepare you to participate in the collection and organization of health information. Over the course of two years, you will develop the skills and knowledge you need to work as health information practitioner.

The Office Administration – Health Services program will help you develop the specialized skills needed to work in a variety of health-care settings. You’ll learn relevant technological skills like computer applications and specialized software, medical terminology, clinical and office procedures, effective oral and written communication skills and soft skills such as interpersonal skills, teamwork and customer service.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is offered collaboratively between George Brown College, Toronto Metropolitan University, and Centennial College. This four-year degree is a requirement for anyone wishing to work as a registered nurse in the province of Ontario. This program, offered across all three sites, provides diverse clinical placements, simulation-based education and interactive teaching and learning. Graduates can write the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), apply for registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, and pursue nursing positions in a variety of health-care settings. This program is accredited by the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN).

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 51.2602The Personal Support Worker (PSW) program will teach you the skills required to provide or assist with personal care for the elderly, the chronically ill and persons with accessibility challenges. These patients may live in the community, in long-term care facilities or in select ambulatory care settings.Classes for this two-semester program are held at our state-of-the-art Daphne Cockwell Centre for Health Sciences at Waterfront Campus and are scheduled between 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. from Monday to Saturday. Students can expect to participate in unpaid faculty-supervised clinical practicums that take place in various settings across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Shift hours may vary between day and/or evenings depending upon the practice setting and may start as early as 6:30 a.m.

The one-semester Personal Support Worker Pathway to Practical Nursing program prepares Personal Support Worker (PSW) graduates for entry into the Practical Nursing (PN) program. This full-time program focuses on strengthening the academic skills required by the PN program.

Eligible for Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): YesCIP code: 51.3901George Brown College’s Practical Nursing program will teach you the foundational skills required to work as a registered practical nurse in Ontario. Following successful completion of this program, you will be eligible to write the Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Registration Examinations – two qualifying examinations required by the Ontario College of Nurses.

The Registered Nurse – Critical Care Nursing Program is a one-semester graduate certificate program that prepares Registered Nurses to transition to critical care settings to provide safe, competent care to critically ill individuals and their families.

Registered Nurse – Operating Room Perioperative Nursing (Postgraduate S414) is a graduate certificate program for Registered Nurses. In one semester, graduates will have learned the necessary skills required to work collaboratively in surgical settings. This program includes both a theory and clinical practice component.

The one-semester Registered Nurse – Perinatal Intensive Care Nursing (Postgraduate S404) program prepares Registered Nurses to provide care for critically ill newborns and their families in an intensive care setting.

The Registered Practical Nurse – Operating Room Perioperative Nursing Program prepares RPNs with the foundational theoretical and technical skills needed to work within their scope of practice in a perioperative setting. This program includes a theory and clinical practicum component.

The RPN Bridge to BScN two-semester bridging program prepares Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) to transition into Trent University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) Degree Program offered on-site at George Brown.