SOARING - The Chang School - Ryerson University

SOARING
WITH THE CHANG SCHOOL
The right credentials.
The right connections.
The right support.
RYERSON UNIVERSITY
Fall 2013
ryerson.ca/ce

PREPARING
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The Chang School 2013
Spring Convocation
TO SOAR
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ontinuing education changes lives
for the better. I can say that unequivocally because
I’ve seen its value first-hand. After my parents immigrated
to Canada, my father recertified as a licensed mechanic and
my mother started taking continuing education classes – first learning
English and then studying Early Childhood Education (ECE) in the
evenings.
It wasn’t easy. I remember one cold winter night when my mother,
frustrated at studying in a second language, threw her dictionary out
the window into the snow. My father ran out barefoot to retrieve the
book and reminded her, gently, “We made a deal. One of us would
work – that’s me. And one of us would go to school – that’s you. It is
our only chance to have a better life than the one we left behind.”
In time, my mother graduated with an ECE certificate and went
on to open two licensed daycare centres. She provided a safe and
stimulating environment for thousands of children and employed
hundreds of people over the decades. All thanks to continuing
education and a determination to succeed.
If you share that determination, The Chang School’s flexible,
accessible courses, programs, and services can support you as you
soar to new heights. Many courses let you choose to study in person
or online so you can balance the demands of life, work, and education.
And our partnerships with other educational institutions, industry
leaders, associations, and the local community enable you to make
the right connections to apply your learning.
The Chang School can help you get where you want to go, whether
your goal is to achieve academic success by earning a certificate or
using our university degree credits to bridge to a degree program;
professional success by attaining additional credentials that will allow
you to advance or change your career; or personal success
by pursuing a passion.
I encourage you to browse through our 1,500 courses, seminars,
and workshops, 93 career-related certificate programs, and 13
part-time degrees and consider your path to success – as you define
it, on your own terms. Let The Chang School support you in your
learning journey.
Sincerely,
Dr. Marie Bountrogianni
Interim Dean
Chang School Open House
Please join us for a free Open House information session:
WHEN
Thursday, August 22, 2013
4:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
LOCATION
Ryerson University
350 Victoria Street
All portrait photography by Jacklyn Atlas (Graduate, Photography Studies).
This brochure is also available online as a PDF
at ryerson.ca/ce/fallbrochure.
Visit ryerson.ca/ce/openhouse for more details, and to RSVP.

NEW PROGRAmS fOR 2013–2014
The Chang School offers adult learners opportunities to
complete post-secondary credentials that align with current
industry practices. Keeping up with ever-changing demands
for skills-based training in particular areas, The Chang
School continually works to develop new programs of study.
Certificate programs consist of worldviews, and develop professional skills
six to ten courses in specific in working with Aboriginal peoples and
career-related areas, while course communities.
series consist of two or more The new Certificate in Entrepreneurship
courses in a certain area of expertise. The and Multiculturalism is designed to
following programs will be launched by provide aspiring entrepreneurs with the
The Chang School this year:
skills needed to launch and run businesses
Intended for a wide range of learners, within a multicultural context. Offered
the Certificate in Aboriginal Knowledges jointly by the Ted Rogers School of
and Experiences is a multi-disciplinary Business Management (Department of
exploration, analysis, and reflection Entrepreneurship and Strategy) and The
upon Aboriginal experiences in Canada. Chang School, the program provides skillbuilding
courses in business, marketing,
This six-course program provides a
broad orientation to Aboriginal experiences and working with other cultures, along
and how Aboriginal peoples have been with electives. This six-course program will
impacted by laws, policies,
employ an experiential approach, allowing
and practices in the health, social services, students to engage in the business start-up
human resources, and other sectors. process as they study. A Course Series in
Students will expand their knowledge Entrepreneurship and Multiculturalism is
and understanding of Aboriginal
also available.
Several health-related course series
have also been introduced this year: Health
Ethics, examining ethical considerations
in health and health care systems;
Health Informatics, introducing the basic
concepts of health informatics from both
the information technology and health
systems perspectives; and Health Services
Management, introducing the basic
principles of health services management.
Additionally, a course series in The
Human Body explores food science and the
transformation of habits and lifestyles to
address body-related age and health issues.
Furthermore, Ryerson’s Bachelor of
Science (Computer Science) Part-Time
Program is now available entirely through
The Chang School for the first time.
Working professionals who cannot commit
to a full-time education schedule can
complete this degree part-time through
evening and/or weekend courses.
For more information on The Chang
School’s new programs, courses, and
workshops launching in 2013–2014, visit
ryerson.ca/ce/new.
From mobile phones and kitchen appliances to hand
dryers and automobile functions, embedded systems are
ubiquitous in our daily lives. There is a tremendous need
for people to maintain, build, and innovate in this area.
The Chang School’s unique Robotics and Embedded
Systems program offers hands-on experience at a
distance, and what really engages my students is the
opportunity to work with physical robotics hardware. It
is truly satisfying to work hard on a problem and see the
results in real life. What I enjoy most about the program
is the opportunity to share my professional passion with
students and see them excited about the same ideas and
concepts. ryerson.ca/ce/robotics
JIMMy TrAN
Academic Lead, Robotics and Embedded Systems
PhD Candidate, Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Science, Ryerson University
RObOTICS ANd
EmbEddEd SYSTEmS

CONTINUING EdUCATION TO
SUPPORT GREEN CAREER GROWTH
The Chang School’s environment-related curriculum offerings foster
in-demand skills development for an increasingly green economy.
Environmental protection.
– the key to a successful and prosperous
Sustainable development.
green transition – is remarkably strong.”
Corporate social responsibility The Chang School offers a wide range
(CSR). Careers that require an of environment-related courses, most
understanding of these concepts abound, of which relate to specific sectors or are
whether you are making strategic business framed within the contexts of particular
decisions in the boardroom; designing fields of study. Obtaining these sought-after,
or planning sustainable infrastructure, industry-relevant skills and knowledge
energy management, or landscapes; bases can enhance your ability to
supporting resource conservation;
contribute to potential employers and build
engaging with communities and other opportunities for career advancement in an
stakeholders; or managing complex increasingly green economy.
projects that involve environmental and Dr. Kernaghan Webb is the lead
social dimensions.
instructor of ‘CSR, Sustainability, and
According to ECO Canada’s 2012 Mining’ (CZMM 403), a Chang School
green economy report The Green Jobs Mining Management course that provides
Map: Tracking Employment through
a solid and up-to-date foundation for those
Canada’s Green Economy, almost all interested in mining sector careers related
segments of the green economy are to CSR or sustainability. An Associate
experiencing employment growth. As Professor in the Department of Law and
more organizations shift their businesses Business at the Ted Rogers School of
to address environmental concerns, “the Management and Founding Director of the
demand for environmental professionals Institute for the Study of Corporate Social
related Chang School programs include
Energy Management and Innovation,
Environmental Engineering Science,
and Sustainability Management. Visit
ryerson.ca/ce/green for details.
Responsibility at Ryerson University, Webb
stresses the importance of professional
development and knowledge growth in
this area. “For the mining sector, failure
to address the social and environmental
impacts of a project in a proactive manner
with meaningful stakeholder engagement
can result in significant and costly
disruptions, or even complete shutdowns.
The ground rules for mining firms
obtaining a ‘social licence’ to operate are
complex, not immediately apparent, and
constantly evolving,” says Webb.
As the integration of economic,
environmental, and social dimensions of
sustainability becomes more valuable to
the workplace, professional development
and continuing education in these areas
are increasingly important to support
career growth.
I came to Canada almost three years ago with an
undergraduate degree in geography, but I found it hard to
find relevant employment without experience. I chose to
continue my studies through The Chang School’s Applied
digital Geography and GIS program because it relates
to my interests and career goals, and because of the
convenient downtown location and evening scheduling.
The virtual labs also allow me to access data and complete
course work from home. With the support of my instructors
and Ryerson’s Career Development and Employment Centre,
I was able to tailor my resumé to help secure an internship
and then a full-time job in my field. ryerson.ca/ce/gis
CrISTINA CALIMAN
Learner, Applied Digital Geography and GIS
Cartographer, MapArt Publishing Corporation
APPLIEd ORGANIZATIONAL dIGITAL
GEOGRAPHY LEAdERSHIP ANd GIS

2013–2014 mERITbASEd
AWARdS
CELEbRATING ExCELLENCE
IN CONTINUING EdUCATION
Merit-based awards encourage and reward the many
successes of Chang School community members.
The Chang School recognizes
the academic excellence and
leadership of its community
members through annual
awards. A range of merit-based awards is
presented each October at the Leaders in
Learning ceremony, a night designed to
celebrate outstanding leaders in continuing
education. Awards are presented to
those who excel in their course work,
show exceptional promise, contribute
to the Ryerson University community,
demonstrate innovation related to their
professional focus or industry, or volunteer
their time to important causes.
Helen Battersby, who was part of
the team of Landscape Design learners
who won the Shawn Gallaugher Design
Excellence Award at the 2011 Leaders
in Learning ceremony, says her goal in
pursuing the Certificate in Landscape
Design was “to help formalize [her]
existing horticultural credentials” as she
was in the process of launching Gardenfix,
a garden coaching business. Helen says
receiving the award “was a big boost in
credibility,” particularly because her team
was selected from among a very talented
group of landscape designers.
Award donor Shawn Gallaugher,
principal of landscape design firm Shawn
Gallaugher Design and Chang School
instructor, agrees: “I see first-hand the
potential of our learners, so I created this
award to recognize their abilities. My
intent is to provide learners with a formal
acknowledgement of their abilities and
talents, so that they can go out into the
world with confidence after their time
at Ryerson.”
Awards like this one would not
be possible without the generosity
of the many donors who provide
financial rewards to acknowledge the
hard work achieved by Chang School
community members. Adam Kahan,
Ryerson University’s Vice-President,
University Advancement, recognizes
that the generous contributions of The
Chang School’s award donors “foster
opportunities to provide support way
beyond what we would otherwise be able
to offer.” Furthermore, he feels that our
inspiring student award winners are
“models of commitment, excellence, and
the kind of dedication we would like all
of our students to have.”
Gallaugher says the real reward is not
the dollar amount award winners receive,
but “recognition of their talents and a
confidence in their abilities that they can
use to promote themselves for future
employment or to potential clients.”
CERTIfICATE IN PUbLISHING
PROGRAm AWARdS
Marsh Jeanneret Memorial Award
Wallace A. Matheson Award for Creativity and
Innovation in Educational Publishing
Stephen J. Mills Mentorship Award
Pearson Canada Award
Rosemary Shipton Award for Excellence
in Book Editing
AWARdS ANd SCHOLARSHIPS IN
OTHER CERTIfICATE PROGRAmS
The Nick P. Bada Award for Excellence in
Project Management
The Josette M. Billich Scholarship in Nursing
The Marilynn Booth Award
LIFE Institute Jack Brown Award for Continuing
Education Students
The Amy Casey Leadership Award
The Terri DeRose Memorial Award in
Circulation Management
The Michael G. Edwards Legacy Award in
Strategic Marketing
The Shawn Gallaugher Design Excellence Award
The Hamish Kippen Excellence in Arts Award
The Charles Oberdorf Memorial Award in
Magazine and Web Publishing
The Walter G. Pitman Award
The Claudette J. Smith Business Program Award
The Jackie Smith Memorial Award in Ethics
The Anne Smokorowski Award in Family Supports
The Kate Sorbara Award
The Elaine Stanton Award for Academic
Excellence in the Bridges to Ryerson Program
The Pierre Taillon Award
Communicators’ Forum Award
IES Award (Offered jointly with founding
scholarship partners Canlyte and Osram Sylvania)
The “Stella Award”
Visit ryerson.ca/ce/awards for
more details, including eligibility
criteria and application deadlines.

GATEWAY TO RELEVANT EmPLOYmENT
Gateway for International Professionals programs help internationally
educated professionals gain recognition for their previous experience and
credentials to transition to meaningful employment.
The Chang School’s Internationally Educated supports, and preparation for registration with the
Dietitians Pre-registration Program (IDPP) College of Dietitians of Ontario (CDO).
is designed to help dietetic professionals Mana Bayanzadeh wanted to build on the skills
familiarize themselves with Canadian dietetic from her master’s degree and experience working
practice in order to gain licensure and employment in public health. After completing the IDPP earlier
as a Registered Dietitian (RD) in Ontario. This this year, including the relevant practicum, she was
practical program provides relevant knowledge, ready to take the Canadian Dietetic Registration
practice opportunities, career counselling, language Examination (CDRE) and enter the workforce.
Gateway bridging programs are funded by the Government of Ontario and the Government of Canada.
“When I got my first job as an RD, I felt very
confident. From the charting system to counselling
sessions to educational handouts, everything
reflects what we were taught during the IDPP. I felt
fully prepared,” says Bayanzadeh. She now works
at The Four Villages Community Health Centre as an
RD, a community-based role she enjoys because of
its alignment with her background and education.
For details on the IDPP
and The Chang School’s
bridging programs, visit
ryerson.ca/ce/gateway.
AbOVE ANd bEYONd: SOARING TO SUCCESS
rudhra Persad is a proud husband and father, mentoring officer, equity issues advocate, university student, and
award winner. ryerson’s supportive environment has helped him excel in these roles on his journey to success.
After he arrived in Canada from
Trinidad and Tobago in 2002,
Rudhra Persad knew he wanted
to upgrade his academic skills
to advance his career and provide the
life he wanted for his family. When he
discovered Bridges to Ryerson at Spanning
the Gaps – Access to Post-Secondary
Education, an academic transitional
program offered through Ryerson’s Chang
School, he realized it offered the perfect
opportunity for him to achieve these goals.
Knowing that his course credits could
apply to an undergraduate program at
Ryerson, Persad jumped on the opportunity
to get started. While participating in Bridges
to Ryerson, Persad was diagnosed with
several learning disabilities, which helped
to put some of his previous difficulties
with education in context. “After a lifetime
of negative experiences with school, the
supportive environment allowed me to
erase that history and discover a passion
for education...Spanning the Gaps
prepared me for the academic rigours
of university without diluting the
material, and introduced me to
various support services at Ryerson.”
Persad is passionate about mentoring
and equity issues, and has almost a decade
of experience working in social and
community service positions. He currently
works in Ryerson’s Tri-Mentoring Program
as a mentoring officer. In this role, he
supports first-generation students that run
programming in various marginalized
communities in Toronto. A desire to give
back to the Ryerson community also led
Persad to co-found Suit Up for Success
(SUFS), a student-run initiative that
provides job-seeking Ryerson students
with free, gently used professional clothing
appropriate for interviews.
Persad has just completed his first
year of Ryerson’s Arts and Contemporary
Studies BA program (Diversity and Equity
Studies Option), and has so far chosen to
take the majority of his courses through
The Chang School due to the convenient
scheduling options and smaller class
sizes. “I have already recommended
The Chang School’s bridging and
certificate programs to others, and will
continue to be an enormous advocate
for The Chang School.”
Inspired by Persad’s journey?
Visit ryerson.ca/ce/access for more
details on how Spanning the Gaps’
educational supports facilitate
access to post-secondary education.
“I have discovered not only that I can
be good at school but also that I have
a passion for education and learning.
My experience at The Chang School
has been professional, transformative,
empathetic, and empowering.”
Rudhra Persad, Graduate, Bridges to Ryerson,
Spanning the Gaps – Access to Post-Secondary
Education • Winner, Elaine Stanton Award for
Academic Excellence in the Bridges to Ryerson
Program (2012)

EYONd THE CLASSROOm:
LATER LIfE LEARNING
Community engagement opportunities at The Chang School
expand the horizons of older adults.
The Chang School’s Programs
for 50+ offer a range of learning
opportunities that provide older
adults with continuing education
for personal enrichment, self-actualization,
and a continuing connection to society.
These include hands-on courses and
workshops in writing, marketing, and film,
as well as liberal arts courses through the
LIFE (Learning Is For Ever) Institute and
theatre courses through The Estelle Craig
ACT II STUDIO.
Beyond the classroom, Programs for
50+ facilitate rewarding opportunities
for community engagement. “The
Chang School is a leader in providing
opportunities for older adults to gain new
skills. We work with community partners
on special projects that foster active
engagement and social connections, as
well as altruistic contributions for societal
benefit,” says Sandra Kerr, Program
Director of Programs for 50+.
The unique Caring Clown program
prepares older adults to use clowning
techniques in long-term care facilities
for older adults living with dementia
or Alzheimer’s disease. Caring Clowns
graduate and volunteer their time and
skills to help improve the quality of life of
residents in long-term care homes through
therapeutic humour.
Offered in partnership with the Azrieli
Foundation, the Sustaining Memories
Project pairs graduate and mature
students with Holocaust survivors to help
write their memoirs. The students work
collaboratively with survivors in order
to preserve these important historical
narratives, both as an educational tool
and as a legacy for their families and
community.
Programs for 50+ also recently
partnered in the launch of an elder abuse
awareness project benefitting seniors and
their families: The ABCs of Preventing
Elder Abuse. Developed by Caregiving
Matters, this multi-phase initiative started
with a free full-day program of interactive
presentations at The Chang School’s
50+ Festival in June 2013. A workshop
providing resources to confidently address
elder abuse issues will be offered in Fall
2013, followed by a forum to share success
stories and celebrate accomplishments.
For more information on learning
and engagement opportunities
through Programs for 50+, visit
ryerson.ca/ce/programs50plus.
There are very few foundational certificates in psychology
offered at Toronto universities, so I was pleased to discover
that The Chang School’s mental Health and Addictions
program would provide me with a solid understanding of
mental health and psychological concepts. I quit my full-time
job to pursue this certificate, and I completed the program
within just one year. I was interested in this program partly
for personal interest, and partly to gain degree-level credits
in psychology that could help me get a jump-start in
applying for master’s degree programs in psychology and
social work. The knowledge I gained in these courses has also
helped me tremendously in my community volunteer role.
ryerson.ca/ce/mentalhealth
SANA IMrAN
Graduate, Mental Health and Addictions
Research Assistant, University of Toronto
mENTAL HEALTH
ANd AddICTIONS

UNdERSTANdING CHANGE mANAGEmENT
IN EARLY CHILdHOOd SYSTEmS
In partnership with Ryerson University’s School of Early Childhood Studies,
The Chang School is launching a new series of modules to strengthen leadership
capacity related to early childhood systems integration in Ontario.
designed for senior and mid-level
management in organizations
that serve children and families, as
well as senior policy advisors for
the province and municipality who oversee
child and family services, the new Module
Series on Early Childhood Systems Renewal
will build on your understanding of systems
change and transformational processes.
Valerie Kenny, Manager of the Parent
and Family Literacy Centres from Dufferin
Peel Catholic District School Board and
an instructor for the module series,
acknowledges the value of continuous
professional learning at this particular
juncture in all sectors serving children
and families. “To lead and support
educators and health care and family
support professionals through the change
process can be challenging, and relevant
professional learning is necessary to
meet the demands of an ever-shifting
environment. This module series will
equip leaders with the tools needed to
manage systems integration effectively, to
be aware of the potential pitfalls that such
change will bring, and to have the expertise
to facilitate a smooth transition for their
staff teams.”
This module series will address
principles and theories of early childhood
systems change and collaboration,
leadership and communication strategies,
and vision building.
Each module is delivered via a
one-day, on-campus workshop
along with online pre-readings
and post-discussion. Visit
ryerson.ca/ce/ecsmodules.
The Publishing program expanded my industry insights
and introduced me to friends and colleagues who share my
passion for books and editing. My academic coordinator
and instructors were invaluable contacts who encouraged
my involvement in networking events. My Random House
of Canada production internship and Art Gallery of Ontario
(AGO) publishing mentorship were incredible experiences that
allowed me to develop my skills and explore multiple career
paths. At the AGO, I connected with a variety of departments
which renewed my academic interest in art history and led
to a second internship. I would not have earned this position
without the contacts I made at The Chang School and the
confidence this program provided. ryerson.ca/ce/publishing
SIMONE WHArTON
Graduate, Publishing; Winner, Stephen J. Mills Mentorship Award (2012)
Intern, Artist in Residence Program, Education Department, Art Gallery of Ontario
PUbLISHING

PROfESSIONAL dESIGNATIONS
ANd ACCREdITATION
Many professions have governing bodies or associations that promote industry standards
and best practices amongst their members. These professional institutes and organizations
often administer programs of study specialized for their particular communities of
professional practice. Earning a designation can enhance your career prospects and resumé,
serving as proof of your skills and knowledge in a particular subject area.
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PrOFESSIONAL
INSTITuTES AND
ASSOCIATIONS
Many courses offered through The Chang School are recognized for credit towards programs at the following professional
institutes and organizations:
skills
KNOWLEDGE
accreditation
• Association of Architectural Technologists of Ontario (AATO)
• Certified General Accountants Association of Ontario (CGA)
• Certified Management Accountants of Ontario (CMA)
• College of Dietitians of Ontario (CDO)
• Credit Union Institute of Canada/Credit Union Knowledge Network (CUIC/CUSOURCE)
• Dietitians of Canada (DC)
• Early Childhood Music Education (The Royal Conservatory of Music)
• Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA)
• Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario (CA)
• Insurance Institute of Canada – Fellowship Program
• Ontario Association for Applied Architectural Sciences (OAAAS)
• Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)
• Project Management Institute (PMI)
For more information about
charting your path to one of these
designations or accreditations,
visit ryerson.ca/ce/designations.
The magazine industry is constantly evolving, so we have to
be flexible to succeed. I work with publications large and small
that have had to find ways to deliver content across multiple
print and online platforms. The industry’s digital evolution
has expanded the roles of magazine professionals to address
audience engagement through editorial content and social
media strategy, app development, digital subscriptions, and
website revitalization. Led by industry experts, our career -
focused magazine and Web Publishing courses (including
two offered fully online) help you build the appropriate skills
to reach and engage readers and advertisers. These skills can
give you a competitive edge in your career, and can be easily
transferred to other fields. ryerson.ca/ce/magazine
D.B. SCOTT
Academic Coordinator, Magazine and Web Publishing
President, Impresa Communications Limited
mAGAZINE ANd
WEb PUbLISHING

INTERACTIVE ANd INTERPERSONAL
The demands of a busy lifestyle – full- or part-time work, family and social obligations,
and education – can sometimes make you feel like you are expected to be in several places
at once. To accommodate these demands, The Chang School is continually developing
new digital tools for today’s interconnected education experience – even in fields where
interpersonal connections are paramount.
In the past, interaction with university
instructors – an integral part of
the learning experience – required
travelling to campus during office
hours or booking appointments. Not
so anymore. Ryerson University and
The Chang School are helping lead the
evolution of teaching and learning towards
flexibility and accessibility.
Many of The Chang School’s Nursing
courses demonstrate how online course
design has evolved to meet the unique
needs of distance learners. Elaine Santa
Mina, instructor for ‘Statistics and
Nursing’ (CNUR 860), uses Adobe
Connect, a web conferencing platform, for
a unique approach to student interaction.
On Saturday mornings, Santa Mina
provides seminars and Q&A sessions, and
clarifies course content, so that students
can accomplish their learning from
wherever they are. “Nurses are very much
about the interpersonal process. They
work with patients, the public, with people;
their work is all about engagement. For
them to enter into a learning experience
that is accessible, literally in their own
homes, but also interpersonal because they
have the opportunity to get to know the
professor – as an academic, as a nurse, as
a scholar, and as a human being – bridges
that distance in learning.”
The Chang School’s Digital
Education Strategies (DES) team works
collaboratively with faculty and instructors
to produce truly effective online course
materials. This includes original and
innovative rich media and tools such as
digital story-telling videos, short interactive
quizzes, learning exercises with instant
feedback, and larger applications such
as Lake Devo, a unique online role-play
platform. DES instructional designers
also assist in formulating meaningful
discussion points for discussion board
posts, blogs, and reflection journals.
These digital tools and learning activities
engage learners, promote peer-to-peer
learning, and contribute to establishing a
community, which is especially important
for learners studying at a distance.
Interested in finding out more
about distance education at The Chang
School? Visit ryerson.ca/ce/de for lists
of continuing education courses and
programs available online, FAQ, an online
learning demo, and more.
In 2013–2014 you can choose from
20 certificate programs available
entirely at a distance:
Accounting – Finance
Advanced Safety Management
Applied Digital Geography and GIS
Business Management
Computer Security and Digital Forensics
Disaster and Emergency Management
Family Supports
Food Security
Fundraising Management
Gerontology
Landscape Design
Advanced Neuroscience-Stroke Care
Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector
Management
Occupational Health and Safety
Project Management
Public
20
Administration and Governance –
Level 1 (PADP)
Public Relations
Publishing
Retail Management
Robotics and Embedded Systems
2013–2014
dISTANCE
EdUCATION
bY THE
NUmbERS
ONLINE COURSES
courses offered online
20
certificate programs
available entirely online
ONLINE LEARNERS
400 47% 94% 93%
are between the ages
of 25 and 39
80%
are currently employed
have attended college
or university before
studying with
The Chang School
say they would choose
to enroll in another
course offered by
The Chang School
Source: Fall 2012 Chang School Student Survey

NEEd mORE INfORmATION?
Visit ryerson.ca/ce/courses and refer to course descriptions for
scheduling and fee information, as well as any required interviews,
placement assessments, or prerequisites. Class sizes are limited, so
enroll early to avoid disappointment!
You may enroll in person at Enrollment Services and Student Fees (350 Victoria
Street), by mail, or online. Visit ryerson.ca/ce/enrollment for details.
As a Chang School student, you gain access to Ryerson services designed to facilitate
your academic and professional success. Visit ryerson.ca/ce/studentservices for details.
Have further questions? Contact The Chang School.
The G. Raymond Chang School
of Continuing Education
Ryerson University
Mailing Address:
350 Victoria Street, Toronto, ON M5B 2K3
Location:
Heaslip House
297 Victoria Street, Toronto, ON M5B 1W1
Phone: 416.979.5035
Fax: 416.979.5277
Email:
ce@ryerson.ca
Website:
ryerson.ca/ce
Fall 2013 Hours:
Monday–Thursday
8:15 a.m.–6:45 p.m.
Friday
8:15 a.m.–4:15 p.m.
Saturday (June 15, 2013, to August 31, 2013)
Closed
Saturday (September 7, 2013, to May 3, 2014)
8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Note: The Chang School office will be closed
on statutory holidays; Saturday, October 12,
2013; Saturdays December 7, 2013, to
January 4, 2014; and from 4:15 p.m. on
Friday, December 20, 2013, until 8:15 a.m.
on January 6, 2014.
ACAdEmIC ANd
CAREER AdVISING
The Chang School’s academic and career
advisors are available via email and on a dropin
basis to assist continuing education learners
in achieving their goals. Academic advising
can help you plan your academic path, while
career advising can support you by providing
feedback on resumés and cover letters,
interview and networking skills, and overall
job search strategies. So whether you are
thinking of returning to school, pursuing a new
job, or transitioning into a different role within
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academic and career advisors can help.
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I work in the technical side of health care, and I registered
in The Chang School’s Health Informatics program to help
keep my skills relevant and open doors for future opportunities.
I am just completing my first course and to my surprise, I still
have great work-life balance and actually enjoy my weekly
assignments. I had some fears about the differences between
online courses and the traditional in-class model, but the
instructors have been superb and very supportive. I also
enjoy collaborating and interacting with fellow health care
professionals. It provides opportunities to see what others
in the field are doing, and has even given me ideas on how
I can effect change in my own workplace.
ryerson.ca/ce/healthinformatics
DANIEL SMITH
Learner, Health Informatics
Data and Utilization Specialist, The Scarborough Hospital
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