As a graduate of the Massage Therapy program at Trillium College, there are many promising employment opportunities in St. Catharines. They may find employment in private clinics, hospitals, spas, wellness centers, and geriatric care facilities are fitting professional environments for a massage therapist, while self-employment as a certified Massage Therapist is another avenue that may be explored.

Current Employers of our Massage Therapy graduates in St. Catharines

Zen Wellness Clinic
Goodlife
Massage Addict
Medi Massage
Performance Health & Wellness
Christienne Fallsview Spa
Double Tree by Hilton
Massage Therapy Niagara

Massage Therapy Program Description

Trillium College’s Massage Therapy program introduces you to a variety of soft tissue manipulation techniques to treat stress, pain, and other physical conditions or disorders. You will develop the specialized knowledge and skills to systematically assess clients’ needs, formulate comprehensive clinical impressions, develop specific treatment plans and evaluate clients’ progress and treatment outcomes. Our curriculum emphasizes client focused care and is designed to facilitate your growth as a health care professional in order to become a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT).

What Grads Are Saying About Our Personal Support Worker Program

Thinking about enrolling in the Personal Support Worker program at Trillium College? Read on to hear what grads (really) say about our program.

Finding a satisfying career:

• “I was at work in a boring call centre , wanting more for a career.  A co-worker pointed out that I enjoy helping others— why not look into PSW? The next day I went to Trillium College, and the rest was history.” Jackie Mccrea, via Facebook.

• “My story is like everyone else’s. I needed to change my life because I was in a dead-end job, dead-end relationship, and was totally broke. I didn’t know what to do or where to go. Thankfully, I stumbled on Trillium through a friend that finished PSW and got her new job before she even graduated. Over time, I had some ups and downs during school. I was evicted, fighting for custody of my child , and struggling in some courses.

• I’m happy to say that I’m four weeks from finishing my PSW course and already have been hired. My wage will be more than I’ve ever made in my life. Trillium was there to guide me every step of the way. When I fell, they helped me get up. When I was upset, they made me smile. Most importantly, they taught me what I needed to become a great PSW. Thank you, Trillium College.” Anonymous, via online comment.

Great instructors who care:

• “From the first day, the staff and instructors were all incredible. They saw potential in every student, and were willing to go the extra mile for those who strove for success. Even during times when things were uncertain, and days were not the best, they were always cheerful, upbeat, and doing their utmost to help students however they could.

• The instructors were wonderful on both a personal and professional level. Not only did they make the course material interesting and easy to understand, they were willing to provide additional help to those that needed it. They also made sure that each student was prepared for the placements that followed the classroom, and worked with each student individually to ensure their success during their placement.

• I would highly recommend Trillium College to anyone looking to enter a PSW career (or any other, for that matter). Thanks to their educational and career support, I was able to secure a job in the field before the completion of my final exam! My one regret is not telling the staff there how truly wonderful they are, and how they changed my life for the better.” Shane Belmont, via Facebook

Finding success as a PSW:

• “The best decision I ever made was going to Trillium College for the Personal Support Worker program! Jobs for PSW are endless—it’s a fast growing field and we will need more in the future. I recommend the program to anyone who has an interest in the growing healthcare field. Thank you Trillium!” David Redfearn, via Facebook

• “I graduated from Trillium in June 2016 from the PSW program. My teachers (Ms. Tammy especially) and the school’s support team pushed myself and my classmates to excel and because of that we all graduated with excellent grades, most of which were honours.

• There are so many job opportunities in this field and Trillium helped me find my current job where I’m making great money. I’m so grateful for everything Trillium College did for me.” Erin Rose, via Facebook

Trillium College as a school:

• “Great location and the staff are very friendly, professional and helpful. I believe the school truly cares that your experience is enjoyable and that you succeed in your career.” Valerie, via online comment

• “I am currently taking the PSW course at Trillium in Oshawa. My teacher is wonderful and is really helping me to understand the things I am having trouble with! Great school—I would recommend it to anyone wanting to become a PSW.” -Anonymous, via online comment

• Trillium College loves receiving this kind of feedback from our past and present students. We strive to provide the best Personal Support Worker education and to launch our students into rewarding careers.

Did you know?

Grads of our Personal Support Worker program seek employment in long-term care facilities, hospitals, home care agencies, group homes, respite and palliative care centres. Our graduates will be especially prepared to work with special needs children and senior citizens. This healthcare career will take you far, and has far-reaching benefits—for you and others.

Ready to join our group of happy PSW grads?

Check out our Personal Support Worker Diploma program. Questions about start dates, tuition costs, campus locations or anything else? Get in touch with us below.

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What should I share and what do people want to know.  So I thought of a couple of things that I wanted to know before I chose my career path as a Medical Office Assistant and this is what I came up with.

The Evolving Career

When you think of a Medical Office Assistant, the first thing that may come to mind is that person who is sitting behind the desk at the doctor’s office.  Well, there is more to it than that. People in this profession work in a wide variety of settings and perform duties that are becoming more and more complex.

Seventy years ago, a medical secretary job advertisement would consist of someone with good telephone manners and who is good with people. This sounds easy enough. Today however, the qualifications that an organization or physician is looking for in a Medical Office Assistant is definitely more complex. Some of these qualifications include knowledge of medical terminology, office administration, electronic medical records (EMR), billing, scheduling, medical transcription, typing skills of 50 wpm, various computer software applications, CPR certification, and more, including good telephone manners and being good with people. Sounds like a lot, but when you break it down into smaller pieces, the puzzle can be completed and is achievable.

Your Opportunities

Once you have obtained the knowledge and skills through a Medical Office Assistant program and gained experience, the career path choices are endless.  You may find that the career title may be a little different from office to office or organization to organization, such as medical secretary, unit clerk, medical office administrator, administrative assistant, executive assistant, but the skills you obtain along the way can be applied to any of these positions.

Here is more information on Medical Office Assistant Opportunities.

Examples of organizations that you may find a career in include medical offices, clinics, hospitals, alternative/allied health care facilities, long-term care facilities, insurance companies, provincial or territorial health offices, medical supply companies, medical transcriptions facilities, veterinary practices, dental offices, social services, community agencies and the list goes on…

Being a Medical Office Assistant is quite a rewarding career. Not only do you play an integral part on the health care team, but the satisfaction of being a part of the team that helps those in need of medical care is quite fulfilling.

Find out more about the Medical Office Assistant program at Trillium College.

It’s a typical day at the Trillium College Kingston Campus

I’ve arrived early for my 8:30 am class and Stephanie, the administrative assistant, who doubles as the first smiling face most of us see every day, has arrived even before me to open the campus. I have the option of taking the elevator up to our second floor campus, but most days I take the stairs.

Our campus is freshly renovated with bright colours that are easy on the eyes and good for lifting one’s spirits on a snowy day.

I stop at my locker to change out of my winter boots, then proceed to the student lounge to pick up the assignment I sent from home last night to the dedicated student printer. I make a tea and check on the fish. Some days I stay here for a bit to study or visit with friends.

Fresh tea in hand, I head to class. On my way, I am greeted with a friendly smile and a “How Are You?” by both faculty and other students. My classes are small; right now we are between four to 10 students, so there is lots of one-one time with our instructors and very open in-class discussions about what we are learning.

The Trillium College Services

From the day I first met with a Career Coach to discuss the application process, this campus has felt like home. It’s not huge, but it offers everything a student needs. The Financial Aid team made the process of applying for O.S.A.P. easy and worry-free. From day one, a faculty member will always make sure we find our classrooms and have all the support we need.

That support is very diverse. We have an Employment Services Coordinator who does so much more than her job title would lead you to believe. She is there to help with resume-writing, job searching and even facilitating our placements; not to mention being warm and approachable. We also have a Student Resource Coordinator who is here to help us with our own mental health and any struggles we may be experiencing in either our personal or professional lives. She is easy to talk to, confidential, and a great listener, no matter what we need to talk about.

“Coming to Trillium College in Kingston was the best decision I have made.”

Now that our class is over, it’s time for a Student Council meeting. I have been a part of the council since I first started classes in August and we have a lot of fun. So far we’ve fed our students lunches, given them treats, arranged fun theme days, been a part of the Santa Claus Parade, and provided gifts for all of the students’ children during our Holiday Party. Participating in the council has given me the opportunity to meet people in other programs that will remain life-long friends and connections.

Coming to Trillium College in Kingston was the best decision I have made. I have already made connections in the area I wish to work and I’m continuing to expand my network, even though it’s still 10 months from graduation.

My name is Tracy and I am a student in the Community Developmental Service Worker program at Trillium College, Kingston. When you get here, come find me and I would be happy to extend the same warm welcome I have received.

Looking for a job as a Medical Lab Technician or Massage Therapist? You’re in luck! See the following opening positions in Kingston below.

Current Employers of our Medical Lab Technician graduates in Kingston

LifeLabs
LifeLabs
LifeLabs

Current Employers of our Massage Therapy graduates in Kingston

Prescott Family Chiropractic
pt Health
Massage Addict Kingston
Limestone Therapies

Medical Lab Technician Program Description

Trillium College’s Medical Lab Assistant / Technician diploma program gives you the knowledge and practical skills needed to play an important role in promoting community health while working under the direct supervision of a physician, registered medical lab technologist, or other healthcare professionals. Emphasis is placed on understanding an array of laboratory technician skills, as well as ethical and administrative responsibilities as a medical lab technician. Subjects areas covered include specimen procurement, laboratory safety, medical terminology and documentation, infection prevention and control, and many others.

Massage Therapy Program Description

Trillium College’s Massage Therapy program introduces you to a variety of soft tissue manipulation techniques to treat stress, pain, and other physical conditions or disorders. You will develop the specialized knowledge and skills to systematically assess clients’ needs, formulate comprehensive clinical impressions, develop specific treatment plans and evaluate clients’ progress and treatment outcomes. Our curriculum emphasizes client focused care and is designed to facilitate your growth as a health care professional in order to become a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT).

As a graduate of Trillium College’s Community and Developmental Service Worker (CDSW) or the Community Service Worker diploma program, the opportunities you can pursue span nearly all aspects of human services. You may find employment as a life skills instructor, community development worker, community service worker, crisis intervention worker, developmental service worker, drop-in center worker, family service worker, group home worker, mental health worker, Aboriginal outreach worker, veteran services officer, welfare and compensation officer, addictions worker, women’s shelter supervisor, rehabilitation worker. Potential work settings for a community service worker may include community residences, private homes, recreation programs, schools, hospitals, social services, and government agencies.

Current Employers of our Community Developmental Service Worker and Community Service Worker graduates in Oshawa

FFT
Access Community Services Inc.
COSTI Immigrant Services
The Portia Learning Centre
Donorworx Inc.
Donorworx Inc.
Access Rehab
Senior Persons Living Connected
Access Community Services Inc.
Storey Homes Ltd.
Richmond Hill
Access Rehab
Chartwell Retirement Residences
Canadian Deafblind Association Ontario Chapter
Fred Victor Centre
Stewart Homes
Gates College of Business, Culinary & Healthcare
KPP

Community Developmental Service Worker Program Description

Trillium College’s Community and Developmental Service Worker (CDSW) diploma program gives you the knowledge, practical skills and confidence to offer support as a community service worker. A community and developmental service worker can work alongside a social worker who assists people of all ages with mental and physical disabilities or who face challenges with mental health and or addictions. A service worker is trained to help those who struggle with a variety of social challenges.

Community Service Worker Program Description

Trillium College’s Community Service Worker (CSW) diploma program gives you the knowledge, practical skills and confidence needed to assist in creating, implementing and overseeing a variety of social and community-based programs. You will develop skills to assist in client assessment, proper referral procedure and monitoring clients’ treatments help change people’s lives for the better.

As a graduate of Trillium College’s Medical Office Assistant program, you may find work as an administrative assistant, dental office assistant, health records clerk, ward/Unit clerk, patient registration clerk, medical billing clerk, medical transcriptionist, office assistant, office manager or receptionist.

According to jobbank.gc.ca, you can earn a median salary of $44k as a Medical Office Assistant.

Current Employers of our Medical Office Assistant Graduates in St. Catharines

Red Cross
Toronto Cosmetic Clinic
St. Joseph’s Health Centre
Martindale Clinic
Visiting Angels
Henley House

Medical Office Assistant Program Description

Trillium College’s Medical Office Assistant diploma program prepares you to meet the demands of the fast-paced medical field. Our curriculum provides you with in-depth training in medical terminology, office administration, medical billing and transcription needed to effectively support our communities’ medical professionals. Emphasis is placed on professional conduct, ethics, and standards within medical environments.

Interested in becoming a Medical Office Assistant? Book an appointment with your Career Coach today. Classes are starting soon!

As a graduate of Trillium College’s PSW program, you may find employment in a variety of settings, including long-term care facilities, home care agencies, senior citizens’ recreation centres, hospitals, group homes, and respite and palliative care centers.

Current Employers of our Personal Support Worker graduates in St. Catharines

Heidhof Nursing Home
Paramed
Cavendish Manor
Revera
Tufford Manor
Pioneer Elder Care
Bella Senior Care
Garden City Manor
Extendicare
Chartwell
St. Charles Village
Care Partners

Personal Support Worker Program Description

Trillium College’s Personal Support Worker (PSW) certificate program, which is aligned with the National Association of Career College’s (NACC) curriculum, gives you a broad range of skills, enabling you to provide for the comfort, safety and well-being of your clients and to demonstrate sensitivity and respect for those in your care. Our program, which was developed as part of the Government of Ontario’s initiative to reform long-term care and community support services, gives you the solid theoretical knowledge and hands-on training to provide support services in both institutional and community settings.

Interested in becoming a Personal Support Worker? Book an appointment with your Career Coach today. Classes are starting soon!

As a graduate of Trillium College’s Esthetics and Spa Operations diploma program, you may find work as a cosmetics buyer, cosmetics rep/brand ambassador, esthetician, freelance makeup artist, nail technician, skin care specialist, skin care educator, trade publication editor, business consultant or spa manager.

According to jobbank.gc.ca, you can earn a median salary of $29.1k plus commissions as an Esthetician.

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Current Employers of our Esthetics and Spa Operations Graduates

VIP Nails & Spa
Enchanted Hands Day Spa
Caryl Baker Visage: The Face Experts
New You Spa
The Facial Place
Glamour Secrets Simcoe Place
Lavish Beauty Bar
Curio Hair & Body Upper Canada Mall
Himalayan Energy
Benefit
Atty Spa & Cosmetic Clinic
Beauty Express Inc.
Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa
Royal Rubis Spa

Esthetics and Spa Operations Program Description

Trillium College’s Esthetics and Spa Operations diploma program gives you hands-on training and expertise in esthetics.  Our program trains you to perform client consultations, facials, hair removal, manicures, pedicures, specialized body treatments and more. The program also includes information on salon and spa administration, preparing you for a range of career opportunities in the exciting industry of esthetics.

As a graduate of Trillium College’s Video Game Designer program, you may find exciting work as an environment modeler, animator, level designer, mission scripter, game designer, technical artist, QA engineer, writer or storyboarder.

According to jobbank.gc.ca, you can earn a median salary of $70k as a Video Game Designer.

What are you waiting for?

Fill out the form below, and a Career Coach will contact you.

Current Employers of our Video Game Designer Graduates

Alchemic Dream
WGames
Intelligent Creatures
Soho VFX
Spin VFX
Vitamin T
Penda Productions Inc
Idea Couture

Video Game Designer Program Description

Trillium College’s Video Game Designer diploma program gives you the fundamental training and skills needed in the field of video game design.  You will gain knowledge in level design, mission scripting, environment modeling, storyboarding, mobile game development, Unity3D, Flash for social gaming, Unreal Engine and Advanced character modeling and animation using 3DS Max/Maya and Mudbox for the creation of ultra-realistic game characters.