Supporting the Transfer of Learning in Businesses (Micro-credential)

Canadore College in North Bay, Ontario, is a career-focused college with more than fifty years of experience delivering hands-on programs. The college serves around eight thousand students and offers hundreds of programs across applied arts, business, health sciences, technology and skilled trades. Canadore emphasizes experiential learning, industry partnerships and practical skill development to prepare graduates for workforce entry.

Programs are designed around modern facilities, applied projects and co-op or placement opportunities that link students directly with employers. Faculty bring industry experience and the college maintains relationships with regional businesses, health providers and technology partners to keep curricula relevant. Small class sizes and applied labs help international students adapt quickly to Canadian practice standards and workplace expectations.

North Bay offers an accessible, student-friendly community with outdoor recreation, affordable housing and a supportive campus life. Canadore provides international student services, orientation programs and academic supports to ease the transition to study in Canada. For students seeking practical training, clear career pathways and strong employer connections, Canadore is a pragmatic choice that focuses on real-world outcomes.

The Supporting the Transfer of Learning in Businesses micro-credential is for students who want to learn how to apply learning transfer in a business setting. This non-degree program is offered in English and takes place over several weeks. Its main advantage is that it helps students assess the impact of learning and incorporate it into instructional design.

The curriculum focuses on the definition and application of learning transfer, as well as approaches for supporting business goals and objectives. Students develop skills in assessing the impact of learning and using tools to incorporate learning transfer. The program also covers instructional design and how to support new and ongoing business objectives.

After completing this program, students can pursue careers as Training Coordinators, Instructional Designers, Corporate Trainers, or Organizational Development Specialists. They can work in various industries, including finance, healthcare, or technology, and for employers such as corporations, non-profits, or government agencies.