Distance Education Staff are available live online, by phone, and in person on campus.
If you are a current student, a new applicant, or simply pursuing additional information about the programs and services we provide, please feel free to contact any of our staff members. We would be happy to assist you.
Phone: (807) 473-3846
Email: [email protected]
What is Distance Education?
Distance Education allows students across Ontario to participate in specified courses via Internet connection in real time using web conferencing platforms and/or video conferencing technology.
Students access classes from their home or one of our regional campuses on a specific date and time each week.
Please Note: Some of our Program intakes may have a catchment (location) restriction. If you are unsure if your location would qualify, please contact us before applying.
Distance Education Programs that are offered through an online learning environment with access 24/7 are; Accommodations and Human Rights Management, Addictions and Mental Health, Autism and Behavioural Sciences, Business Fundamentals, Human Resources Management, Library and Information Technician and Office Administration – General, Executive, Health and Legal.
Find Distance Education Programs
To APPLY for any of these programs go to www.ontariocolleges.ca.
Study Options
Distance Education
Students can participate in live scheduled classes via internet connection in real time via software-enhanced audio and video conferencing technology. Students access classes from any regional campus or from home.
NOTE: Although participating in classes is available from the student’s home, tests must be invigilated at the student’s Confederation College campus or by a previously approved private invigilator and must be written in Canada.
Please note that invigilated testing is at the discretion of course instructors. Any fees associated with invigilated testing at an off-campus location are outside the College's control and are the responsibility of the student.
Online Learning (OntarioLearn and Confederation Online)
This online learning environment provides students with access to their courses 24/7. A class schedule is posted at the beginning of the course. Students work independently but must adhere to the schedule for submission of assignments, discussions, and exams. Instructors are accessible via a number of electronic communication tools, such as email, course chats, and discussion boards.