CDI College Career Buzz

In this episode of CDI College Career Buzz podcast we discuss the dental assisting profession with alumni Gemma T. She discusses what it was like graduating from the Dental Assisting program, her motivations for attending, and how CDI College helped to shape and achieve her long-term career goals.

If you would like more information about CDI College’s

Dental Assisting program you can find it here: https://www.cdicollege.ca/study-...

In this podcast episode, Jennifer speaks with Brian, a payroll compliance practitioner, about the importance of payroll and accounting roles in the business environment. He discusses how the PCP designation from the National Payroll Institute lets employers know that people in the field are certified and have the training and understanding to be compliant in the payroll field. If you are interested in starting your training in payr...

Pets have always been popular in Canada, but the pandemic has caused a major pet boom in nearly all cities. How did this sudden increase in pet ownership affect the healthcare industry? In this episode of CDI College Career Buzz, Claudia, a Veterinarian Healthcare Assistant Instructor at CDI College, shares her insights about the industry and why it's the perfect time to get a career in caring for animals. Click here to learn more ...

In this episode, we talk with Kelly Johnson, an addictions and community support program instructor. Kelly was one of the first graduates of this program! After completing her studies, she went into the field to work in transitional housing before returning to CDI College to teach.

Kelly shares intel about possible career paths for those taking this program, her favourite classes, and what makes a fantastic support worker. We hope ...

This episode deals with body acceptance from a whole and healthy perspective. Diana Bedoya is a Senior Lecturer at Simon Fraser University where she has been the recipient of a Faculty of Science Teaching Fellow and Excellence in Teaching Award. She is a passionate educator, motivational speaker and the author of two nutrition textbooks. She teaches people to love and appreciate their bodies as a way of loving and appreciating them...

Hear from CDI College grad Carly, a Licenced Practical Nurse (LPN), talk about mental health for healthcare professionals. The news shows myriad stories of doctors and nurses going through burnout as the pandemic takes its toll on healthcare workers. Whether you are studying to become a nurse or are already one, in this episode, we talk about the challenges of finishing school, adapting to changes amid the COVID-19 pandemic, lookin...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains accounts from the residential school system and can be triggering to listeners. Please exercise self-care and caution.

The Indian residential school system was a part of Canada's history from the 1600s all the way until the 1990s. Financed and designed by the Canadian government, its far-reaching tentacles of trauma and abuse disrupt the lives of indigenous people and communities even today. T...

Mental health counsellor and pastor, Sam Chung, joins us this month to discuss current issues in the world of mental health. The pandemic has opened doors in the field; virtual counselling has made it much more accessible to people all over the country and more people than ever have become aware and interested in exploring therapy options for themselves. We also discuss how famous athletes like Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka who have...

While we no longer expect our men to be strong and silent anymore, male mental health is still a shadowy topic. Socially, those identifying as males face more barriers to express vulnerability. Dr. Ben (he/him) stresses the importance of awareness and expression in the mental health field. We ask him about his unique journey in life, growing up as one of 12 children in a large, hardworking family, going on to get 4 degrees and beco...

In CDI College’s very first episode, Jennifer-Lee & counsellor Angela Leung dig into juicy topics like collective, generational trauma and the unique mental health struggles faced by first-generation Canadians growing up with immigrant parents. One of our favourite takeaways: “Crazy” is a cuss word! They include helpful tips for listeners about how to maintain good mental health as well as how to go about seeking professional h...