What are the advantages of distance education?

Study at your own pace. Attending a traditional institution requires each individual
to conform to a rigid schedule set by the institution.

We offer each student 24-hour access to unlimited tutorial assistance through a combination of toll-free facilitation and Web-based support to ensure you receive the education you deserve. Gain the latest practical real-world experience through continuously updated courses.

Receive practical IT and business skills, though our unique learning process. Mactech Distance Education Graduates demonstrate workplace skill sets everyone needs but so few people have a chance to develop including responsibility, motivation, confidence, dedication, perseverance, and self-reliance.

What financial options do I have?

Most people who seek IT Training through Mactech Distance Education are prompted into action because they are not satisfied with their current financial situation and know that a sure way to remedy this is to further their education. Marketing and Admissions staff have extensive knowledge regarding financial support and the most recent changes to the Canada Student Loans Program.

We provide you with an application form and assist you in completing the necessary paperwork. Also, Mactech Distance Education is established throughout Canada as a reputable, top-notch facility that offers the very best training. For that reason, many students over the years received full and partial funding from organizations such as Human Resources Developments Canada, Workers Compensation Board, and Healthcare Facilities. For a complete list of sponsors, please contact the Admissions Office.

When can I start a course?

You can start at any time. Simply request and complete an enrollment package. The rest is easy! Carefully select the program that best suits your personal objectives. Need help? Call and speak with a representative from our Admissions Office. Call toll free for information: 1-888-622-8324

Mactech Distance Education courses cater to your schedule; not ours. As soon as your financing is in place, you will receive the computer system, text books, course outlines and submission schedule. The official start date is the actual day you receive your materials. You then have until your course end date to complete your course.

Will I be able to keep the computer system?

Yes! Through Mactech Distance Education's Graduate Incentive Program, all you have to do is Graduate and pay your tuition in full prior to your finish date, and the system is yours.

This is our way of congratulating you on a job well done! There is no non-refundable deposit or hidden purchase price.
We want you to continue the learning process, keep up to date with your new skills and be ready to find employment or apply for that promotion. See more on the graduate incentive program...

What type of work am I qualified to do upon completion?

The course you choose will determine the type of work you may qualify for upon completion of your course. Essentially, most employment opportunities you apply for require computer training.

Our Post-Graduate Support Program assists new graduates in their approach to finding meaningful employment.
See each course for information about specific employment ventures for each course
.

Where do I turn for help if I need it?

Even though you study Mactech Distance Education courses in your own home, you are never alone. You receive personalized instruction from skilled, Microsoft Certified instructors who monitor your progress, grade your tests and assignments, and give you concrete suggestions for improvement.

An instructor will be on the line to guide you through any difficulty you have. Receive as much or as little help as you need. At Mactech Distance Education, we realize that your daily routine is hectic and may change from day-to-day. Therefore, our instructors are available to meet your needs. You may call for assistance during the day or evening. Or, you can refer to our on-line Student Support Center where answers to most common questions are found.

How will this course help develop my potential?

Mactech Distance Education is a computer applications learning system that has been specifically designed for home study. Unlike other schools, we don't adapt classroom courses. Every course is individually created for you to learn at your own pace, in your home.

Student Satisfaction Surveys consistently rank Mactech Distance Education "among the best anywhere" for instructor support, course content, equipment, materials and other vital educational purposes. Graduating from a qualified school and receiving your certification is a proud accomplishment. It is also a definite foot in the door when you apply for a job. Employers are looking for people with the skills provided by Mactech Distance Education. Our courses are practical and occupationally driven. You learn how to apply new knowledge in real world situations.

What are the entrance requirements?

Entrance into any HomeEd program requires a high school diploma endorsed by a provincial or territorial education authority, an equivalent such as the General Education Development Designation (GED), a passing grade on a standardized test, or Mature Student Status. These courses include: Computerized Business Management, Administrative Legal Computer, Graphic Design and Web page Development, Administrative Medical Computer, Microsoft Office Professional.

Entrance into the MATRIX: IT Professional and MATRIX:Multimedia and Animation programs require the same PLUS a relevant post-secondary technical diploma or an undergraduate degree.

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