Orientation for Distance Education
Synchronous Program Orientation
Synchronous Program Students: A New Student Orientation will be held on Tuesday, September 8 at 9:30 am EST
In this morning session, you will be introduced to your Program Coordinator, meet the faculty who will guide your learning journey, and connect with your fellow classmates. You will also receive essential program-specific information to help you start the semester with confidence.
Keep an eye on your college email for further updates.
Synchronous Programs (Links will be posted when available)
- Business Accounting
- Computer Programming
- Business
- Business Fundamentals
- Business Marketing
- Ealy Childhood Education
- Health Informatics
- Health Administration and Leadership
- General Arts and Science
- Social Service Worker
- Pre-Health — Pathways to Certificates and Diplomas
* program orientation will be held during the first day of classes - Pre-Health — Pathways to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees
* program orientation will be held during the first day of classes - Onajigawin Indigenous Services
- Indigenous Community Advocacy: Naadaamaagewin
- College Access
Synchronous Program DE Student Orientation: A Synchronous program DE campus Orientation will be held on Tuesday, September 8 at 11:30am EST immediately following your program specific Orientation session.
In this session, you will gain valuable insights to help you navigate the start of your college journey, including an introduction to Blackboard and other essential college systems that will support your learning. You will also have the opportunity to meet the dedicated Distance Education staff who are here to support your success.
- Distance Education Orientation Session Link
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The first day of classes for synchronous programs will be Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
Asynchronous Programs Orientation
Asynchronous Program Students: A New Student Orientation will be held on Thursday, September 3 at 9:30 am EST.
In this session, you will receive key information to help you begin your college experience, including an introduction to Blackboard and other important college systems that will support your learning.
Keep an eye on your college email for further updates.
Asynchronous Programs (Links will be posted when available)
- Autism and Behavioural Sciences (ABS) — Program Orientation – 9:30 am EST
- Addictions and Mental Health (AMH) — Program Orientation — 9:30 am EST
- Accommodation Human Rights Management, Business Fundamentals, Human Resource Management, Office Administration Programs - Program Orientation - 9:30 am EST
- Library and Information Technician (LIT) — Program Orientation — 9:30 am EST
The first day of classes for online learning/asynchronous programs will be Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
Transfer Credits
If you have taken post-secondary courses at another institution, you may be eligible for transfer credits that may exempt you from courses within your program. Your transcript and detailed course outlines will be required, please contact us right away to get this process started.
Register for Classes
Remember, tuition must be paid in order to register for your classes. Payments can be made online with a credit card or at the campus. Registration for classes for full-time students is completed online. Detailed information on the registration process can be found here.
Entrance Awards
Entrance Awards are open to all full-time students entering into the first semester of a post-secondary program at Confederation College. The application is available through the SSB-Confederation College Self Service Banner System.
If you need assistance with these processes or with any funding concerns, please contact the Financial Aid department by email [email protected].
Should you have any questions prior to Orientation Day, please contact the campus at 807-473-3846 or email us at [email protected].
On behalf of everyone in Distance Education, we look forward to a great year together!
Sincerely,
Alison Warwick
Manager, Distance Education and Continuing Education