What IT courses can I take online in Canada?

ABM College offers online IT courses and technology diploma programs across Canada, including Cybersecurity, Network Administrator, Help Desk Analyst, Software Development, Web Design & Development, Mobile App Developer, UI/UX Design, Graphic Design, and Digital Marketing. All are delivered through live, instructor-led online classes.

How long does an IT diploma take in Canada?

Most of ABM College's technology diploma programs take 40 to 56 weeks — about a year or less from your first class to graduation. The Cybersecurity Diploma, our most comprehensive program, runs 70 weeks. With rolling monthly intakes, you can typically start within weeks of applying.

What are my job prospects after graduating, and what employment support do I get?

Job placement is a priority at ABM College. You'll work with career counsellors on your resume, portfolio, and interview skills, complete employment preparation as part of your program, and benefit from our established employer relationships. Career counselling remains free for alumni after graduation.

Are the technology programs online or in person?

ABM College's technology programs are delivered online through live, interactive classes, so you can study from anywhere in Canada. An admissions advisor can confirm any campus requirements for your program and province.

What schedule options are available?

Classes run in morning, evening, and weekend blocks with live instructors, so you can choose the schedule that fits around your work and family commitments.

When can I start? How does the intake process work?

ABM College uses rolling monthly admissions rather than fixed semester dates. Once your application and entry requirements are confirmed with an admissions advisor, you can usually begin with the next monthly intake.

Can I work full-time while completing a technology program?

Yes — many of our students do. The modular structure and flexible class times are designed so you can keep working full-time while you train for your new tech career.

Online Technology Programs & IT Courses in Canada

Launch your tech career with ABM College’s online technology programs in Canada. Our IT courses and technology diploma programs are designed around what employers actually need — from cybersecurity and network administration to software development and digital design — with curricula updated regularly to keep pace with the industry. Learn in live online classes with flexible morning, evening, and weekend schedules, guided by instructors with real industry experience. With monthly intakes and most diplomas taking 40 to 56 weeks, you can go from first class to job-ready in about a year.

ABM College carefully places its students for work placements and practicum so that they are better equipped well before they graduate. Our instructors are trained to give individual attention to students in order to make you more confident and well-prepared for the job market.

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Our Technology Courses & IT Diploma Programs

Compare Online Technology Courses: Length, Practicum & Career Paths

ABM College offers nine online technology courses, each leading to a diploma: Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, Help Desk Analyst, Mobile App Developer, Network Administrator, Software Development, UI/UX Design, and Web Design & Development. Courses run 40 to 70 weeks of online study, and each includes a practicum placement. Compare them below to find the best fit for your schedule and career goals.

ABM College online technology courses compared (program details as of October 2026)
Course	Credential	Length	Class schedule	Practicum	What you'll learn	Potential career paths	Occupational wage data (Canada, hourly)
Cybersecurity Course	Diploma	70 weeks	Morning, evening or weekend	5 weeks	Windows Server & Linux, Cisco networking, network & computer security, cryptology, security analysis	Cybersecurity analyst, SOC analyst (Tier 1), junior penetration tester, network administrator	$49.52/hr median Range $30.00–$72.12/hr Cybersecurity analyst (NOC 21220) See Job Bank wages for Cybersecurity analyst (NOC 21220) (opens in a new tab)
Digital Marketing Course	Diploma	46 weeks	Morning, evening or weekend	4 weeks	SEO, social media, content & email marketing, digital analytics, e-commerce, advertising	Digital marketing coordinator, SEO specialist, social media strategist, content marketing specialist	$35.58/hr median Range $20.50–$57.44/hr Digital marketing specialist (NOC 11202) See Job Bank wages for Digital marketing specialist (NOC 11202) (opens in a new tab)
Graphic Design Course	Diploma	53 weeks	Morning, evening or weekend	4 weeks	Typography, layout & colour theory, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign, photography, portfolio	Graphic designer, production/layout artist, multimedia designer	$31.25/hr median Range $20.00–$52.88/hr Graphic designer (NOC 52120) See Job Bank wages for Graphic designer (NOC 52120) (opens in a new tab)
Help Desk Analyst Course	Diploma	53 weeks	Evening	4 weeks	Computer hardware, IT troubleshooting, Windows deployment, networking & security basics, Linux, ITIL Foundation	Help desk analyst, technical support specialist, desktop support technician, service desk technician	$31.47/hr median Range $20.50–$49.00/hr Help desk analyst (NOC 22221) See Job Bank wages for Help desk analyst (NOC 22221) (opens in a new tab)
Mobile App Developer Course	Diploma	40 weeks	Evening	4 weeks	iOS (Swift) and Android (Kotlin) development, React Native cross-platform apps, database design, project management	iOS app developer, Android app developer, cross-platform app developer, junior software developer	$48.08/hr median Range $30.00–$76.92/hr Mobile applications developer (NOC 21232) See Job Bank wages for Mobile applications developer (NOC 21232) (opens in a new tab)
Network Administrator Course	Diploma	54 weeks	Morning, evening or weekend	4 weeks	CompTIA A+ essentials, Cisco routing & switching, Windows Server administration, Linux, IT security, ITIL Foundation	Network administrator, systems administrator, IT infrastructure technician, technical support administrator	$36.00/hr median Range $21.00–$55.00/hr Network administrator (NOC 22220) See Job Bank wages for Network administrator (NOC 22220) (opens in a new tab)
Software Development Course	Diploma	56 weeks	Morning, evening or weekend	4 weeks	C, C++ & C#, .NET, Java, Python, SQL databases, AWS & Azure, HTML, CSS & PHP	Software developer, computer programmer, systems analyst, web technician	$48.08/hr median Range $30.00–$76.92/hr Software developer (NOC 21232) See Job Bank wages for Software developer (NOC 21232) (opens in a new tab)
UI/UX Design Course	Diploma	53 weeks	Evening	4 weeks	Adobe XD, Photoshop & Illustrator, information architecture, UI/UX strategy, intro to web development, digital portfolio	UI/UX designer, product designer, UX researcher, usability analyst	$31.25/hr median Range $20.00–$52.88/hr User experience designer (NOC 52120) See Job Bank wages for User experience designer (NOC 52120) (opens in a new tab)
Web Design & Development Course	Diploma	54 weeks	Morning, evening or weekend	4 weeks	HTML, CSS & JavaScript, PHP, WordPress & Bootstrap, database design & SQL, web security, Adobe graphics	Web designer, front-end or back-end developer, WordPress/CMS developer, junior full-stack web developer	$33.65/hr median Range $20.00–$57.69/hr Web designer (NOC 21233) See Job Bank wages for Web designer (NOC 21233) (opens in a new tab)

Career paths are examples of roles graduates may pursue; they are not a guarantee of employment. Wage figures are Government of Canada Job Bank national hourly wages for each occupation (low–high range and median; Labour Force Survey, Statistics Canada, reference period 2023–2024; updated November 19, 2025). They reflect all workers in that occupation, not ABM College graduates, and vary by province, employer and experience. They are not a promise of earnings. Program details can change; see each course page for current information.

Tech Career Training That Leads to Jobs

ABM College’s technology programs are practical career training: you graduate with a diploma, a portfolio of hands-on work, and job-search support from our career services team. Career counsellors help with resumes, portfolios, interview preparation, and connections to employers — and that support stays free after graduation. The results speak for themselves: at our Calgary campus, every technology program achieved a job placement rate of 70% or higher in 2024–25, and our Digital Marketing and Help Desk Analyst programs posted graduation rates above 83%.*

Graduates go on to roles such as cybersecurity analyst, network administrator, help desk technician, software developer, web developer, mobile app developer, UI/UX designer, graphic designer, and digital marketing specialist. Our students complete their work placements with technology employers such as CGI, Insight, SysGen Solutions Group, CompuVision Systems, F12.net, 5CentsCDN, and the City of Red Deer’s IT department — placements that regularly turn into first jobs.

*Source: Alberta Advanced Education Institution Annual Report, April 2024 – March 2025. Figures use the report’s “Job Placement Rate for Advertising Purposes” column and cover Alberta-licensed (Calgary campus) programs only.

Admissions & Financial Aid

ABM College uses rolling monthly admissions, so you can start your IT or technology program without waiting for a traditional semester. No prior tech experience is required for most programs — speak with an admissions advisor to confirm entry requirements. Eligible students can access government student loans and grants, and newcomers to Canada may qualify for low-interest financing through Windmill Microlending.

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Student Recommendations of ABM College

I loved every minute of going to ABM College, I felt they prepared me so well for my course and for what's to come after graduation. I could not be happier with my education and now my successful career as a Health Care Aide.

Kelly Reis, Alberta
ABM College helped me to pursue my dream job. At first, I was hesitant because I thought doing classes online is not so easy. But they have flexible hours to attend so working students can choose a time to work with your schedule. All instructors are very approachable and staff are very accommodating. A great school that I will not forget.

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Ian Morales
Being a student of theMedical Office Assistant and Unit Clerkprogram was a great platform to change my career in the medical field. As I finished my studies, a lot of opportunities opened up to me to work as a unit clerk in the Saskatchewan Health Region.

Cheryle Pascua, Saskatchewan
Highly recommend it for professionals who need to upgrade their skills. I took the Digital Marketing Diploma and really liked it. It helped me increase my skills and build up my confidence. Teachers and staff were all very kind and helpful.

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