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Online education has grown in leaps and bounds across the globe, and the situation in Canada is no different. However, there are distinct differences between online and distance education options offered in the USA and Canada. So if you’re thinking of taking up a college course in the latter, there are a few things you need to know:

• The terms college and university are very different and do not mean the same thing.

• Colleges offer full and part time diploma and certificate programs in applied arts and technology.

• Some colleges offer Bachelor’s degrees in certain areas of study.

• In general, colleges are more career-oriented and focus on practical and hands-on training designed to improve your on-the-job skills.

• You can go to college to learn a new trade or upgrade existing skills.

• Certificate programs span a year while diplomas take two to three years to complete.

• The range of courses offered is varied - some colleges even offer military programs and in courses in agriculture.

• Universities offer undergraduate degrees, postgraduate degrees and doctoral programs.

• Undergraduate programs take three years to complete.

• However, if you want to go on to earn a postgraduate degree, you must spend an additional year at your undergraduate degree – the fourth year earns you an honors degree.

• Private career colleges provide training for specific jobs and occupations.

• As in other countries over the world, online education is more cost effective than traditional education in Canada.

• Before you sign up for any online degree, diploma or certificate course, ensure that it is accredited by the concerned provincial or territorial government. In Canada, programs and courses are accredited rather than entire universities and colleges.

• Most Canadian universities are run by provincial governments, and those that are authorized to grant degrees are identified as “recognized” institutions.

• The Association of Accrediting Agencies of Canada is a national organization of professional associations that accredit programs to certify their quality.

• Some private institutions may be granted partial degree granting status. They are mostly denominational and have some religious affiliation.

• Check this website for a list of addresses and phone numbers in all provinces in Canada which you can contact with your queries about online education, accreditation and programs offered. 

About the author: This guest post is contributed by Mark Davies, he writes on the topic of Online Masters Degree . He welcomes your comments at his email id: markdavies247<@>gmail<.>com.