Learner spotlights

From Nigeria to Canada: an Inspiring Journey of Professional and Personal Growth

Rufus Akinbolusere moved from Nigeria to Canada with his family. See how AV��ֲ�'s Professional Diploma in Management and Leadership Studies is paving the way for career advancement.

Read about Rufus's journey

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Hamza's Data-Driven Career Transformation

See how Hamza pivoted from a career rut in software engineering to a fulfilling role as a Business Analyst using our certificate in Data Management for Professionals.

Learn more about Hamza's journey to a new role

Beyond the Surface: Elizabeth's Journey to Inclusive Impact

Meet Elizabeth Conrad, a former student in our Certificate in Inclusive Leadership. See how bridging cognitive mastery with practical accountability empowers leaders to build cultures of psychological safety.

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How Positive Psychology and the Power of “Yet” Bulit Mamiko's Professional Resilience

Discover how 15-year local government veteran Mamiko Kawano transformed her professional resilience and daily interactions by mastering positive psychology and the power of "yet" through our Certificate in Building Positive Workplace Culture.

Read about Mamiko's journey

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From the Frontline to the Executive Suite: Daemon Hart’s Leadership Journey

Meet Daemon Hart, a true veteran of the fire service. Before enrolling in the Diploma in Executive Fire Leadership, he was getting hands-on experience – serving as an Acting Assistant Chief at Windsor Fire and Rescue Services in Ontario where he led high-level specialized teams.

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Meet Stephanie

Meet Stephanie, a veteran leader with 20 years of experience. She shares how bridging the gap between practice and neuroscience created a new roadmap for inclusive success.

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Meet Terri

In this learner spotlight, we feature Terri Mosher, whose journey through AV��ֲ�'s Adult Education Certificate program transformed her career trajectory.

Meet Michaela

Meet Michaela, find out more about her journey through our Certificate in Technical Writing. Explore how this program helped build her confidence in writing easy-to-read technical documents.

Meet Nancy

In this learner spotlight, we feature Nancy's inspiring journey through our Certificate in Building Positive Workplace Cultures and discover how investing in your own professional development can transform your career.

Meet Michael

Meet Michael Burfitt, a working dad who proves that lifelong learning can unlock unexpected doors. Explore how our Certificate in Home Inspection helped him start his own business and hit the ground running.

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Meet Olivia

Meet Olivia, who recently was awarded the Sgt. Bruce MacPhail Award for Academic Excellence after completing her Certificate in Police Supervisory Skills.

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Meet Crystal

In this learner spotlight, we discover how Crystal mastered the cognitive tools necessary to navigate complexity with compassion.

Meet Nobonita

In this learner spotlight, we feature Nobonita's journey through our Certificate in HR Management and HR Leadership. Read her journey towards a career transition.

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Meet Jason

We sat down with a current student and UPrep Bursary recipient, Jason Zinn, to discuss how this program is helping them transition from a background without sciences to a future in machine learning and artificial intelligence.

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