Alpha Connect · Academic Updates October 2026 edition
Program start dates at Alpha Career College: October–November 2026
Five programs start between October 5 and November 9. Whether you’re ready to begin this month or planning ahead for November, here is every start date in one place, with the program length, how it’s delivered, and a direct link to apply.
- OCT 5 ICM
- OCT 19 DSW
- OCT 26 PSW
- OCT 26 MHA
- NOV 9 SSW
Upcoming start dates, in date order
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Social Services
Intensive Case Management Certificate Program
- Starts October 5, 2026
- 5 weeks
- Online
Prepare for a case manager’s expanded responsibilities, with a focus on addictions and homelessness. You’ll work through the full case-management process, from intake and assessment to referrals and closing a file.
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Social Services
Developmental Services Worker Diploma Program
- Starts October 19, 2026
- 46 weeks
- Online
Learn to support people with developmental disabilities to live, learn and take part in their communities, in settings such as residential programs, day programs and assisted living.
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Health Care
NACC Personal Support Worker (PSW) DE 2022 Certificate Program
- Starts October 26, 2026
- 26 weeks
- Hybrid: online + in-person practical
Build the skills to help clients with daily living in long-term care, home care, retirement homes, hospitals and community settings. The program includes a compulsory in-person practical.
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Social Services
Mental Health and Addictions Diploma Program
- Starts October 26, 2026
- 46 weeks
- Online
Prepare to support people facing mental health and substance-use challenges, in roles such as addictions crisis worker, mental health support worker and case manager.
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Social Services
Shelter Support Worker Certificate Program
- Starts November 9, 2026
- 5 weeks
- Online
Learn to create a client-focused environment that helps shelter residents move from homelessness to independent living or supportive housing.
How our programs are delivered
All of the programs above are delivered online, except the NACC Personal Support Worker program, which is hybrid: online learning plus a compulsory in-person practical.
Ready to start? Secure your seat in three steps
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Apply online
Choose your program and complete the online application. It only takes a few minutes. Start your application.
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Complete your admissions file before classes begin
Submit your required documents and sign your enrollment contract before your start date. See the documents checklist.
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Ask Admissions about funding
Grants, bursaries and payment plans may be available for eligible students. Explore grants and bursaries or call us to talk it through.
Find your start date and apply today
Not sure which program fits you? Our Admissions team can walk you through your options, start dates and funding.
