About AHCS
About AHCS
Training Edmonton's Next Community Support Workers
Academy of Healthcare Services is an Edmonton school that trains people for careers in community support, addiction services, and health care.
Empowering Futures in Health & Community Care
At the Academy of Healthcare Services (AHCS), we believe education is more than preparing students for a career — it's about preparing them to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
We are a supportive learning community of educators, mentors, and students committed to providing quality education and practical training in health and community care. Through a holistic approach to learning, we help students develop the knowledge, skills, confidence, and compassion needed to succeed in today's evolving healthcare environment.
Our programs are designed to connect education with real-world experience, giving students opportunities to build practical skills while developing professionally and personally.
Whether you are beginning your career, changing career paths, or looking to expand your skills, AHCS is committed to helping you move forward with purpose.
Our Mission
To empower individuals to be globally competitive through unparalleled holistic health education, rooted in strong values and lifelong learning — all committed to building a sustainable future.
Our Vision
To achieve the highest standards in healthcare education by delivering a multidisciplinary learning experience through collaborative efforts between the school and the community.
Meet Linny
“Dream big.”
Linny grew up in the Philippines, the only girl among three siblings. As a child, she learned to ride a bike that was much too big for her. She fell many times, but she always got back up and tried again, until she found her balance. That lesson stayed with her: no challenge is too big if you keep going.
When she came to Canada, Linny started with a job in a coffee shop and then cleaning homes. She saw every job as a chance to learn, and she worked her way up to building her own cleaning business. That was the start of her journey as a business owner.
Today, Linny leads several businesses, including the Academy of Healthcare Services and a home care organization. She believes real success is measured by the lives we help along the way, and she is proud to build teams that feel like family.
Her story is a reminder for every student: where you begin does not decide where you can go.
Adapted from Canadian Client Spotlight by Tonya Zee.
Why Students Choose AHCS
Built for adults changing careers, newcomers to Canada, and anyone ready for meaningful work.
Under a Year
CSAW takes 51 weeks, including 490 hours of supervised practicum.
Certifications Included
CSAW includes six certificates, among them CPR/First Aid, WHMIS, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.
Monthly Intakes
Start when you're ready. New cohorts begin every month.
Supervised Practicum
490 hours of real-world experience in community settings before you graduate.
Laptop Included
Enrolled students receive a new laptop to keep, provided their student loan application is approved.
Funding Support
You apply for student aid yourself, and our admissions team helps you with the student loan application and other funding options.
Training That Leads to Work
Graduates reported between April 2025 and March 2026.
- 108
Graduates reported
- 78%
Reported working after graduating (84 of 108)
Our Commitment
At AHCS, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where students can learn, grow, and prepare for meaningful careers in health and community care.
We believe that education, compassion, and community can create lasting impact.
Your Information Is Safe With Us
When you contact us or apply, we use your information only to respond to you and process your application. We handle personal information in line with Alberta's privacy law.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Send us a message and an admissions advisor will get back to you with requirements, start dates, and what to expect.
Training Edmonton's Next Community Support Workers
Academy of Healthcare Services is an Edmonton school that trains people for careers in community support, addiction services, and health care. Our programs combine classroom learning with hands-on practice and a supervised practicum, so you finish ready for the job, not just the exam.
Practical: Every student completes a supervised practicum, so you graduate with documented field experience.
Supportive: Our admissions team helps you through every step, from choosing a program to applying for a student loan.
Why Students Choose AHCS
Built for adults changing careers, newcomers to Canada, and anyone ready for meaningful work
Under a Year
CSAW takes 51 weeks, including 490 hours of supervised practicum.
Certifications Included
Graduate with WHMIS, CPR/First Aid, FOIP, SMA, and NVCI, the credentials employers look for.
Monthly Intakes
Start when you're ready. New cohorts begin every month.
Training That Leads to Work
Of the 108 graduates reported between April 2025 and March 2026, 64 reported working in a training-related job.
Supervised Practicum
490 hours of real-world experience in community settings before you graduate.
Laptop Included
Enrolled students receive a new laptop to keep, provided their student loan application is approved.
Funding Support
Our admissions team can walk you through student loan applications and other funding options.
Your Information Is Safe With Us
When you contact us or apply, we use your information only to respond to you and process your application. We handle personal information in line with Alberta's privacy law.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Tell us which program you're interested in and an admissions advisor will get back to you with requirements, start dates, and what to expect.
Visit us at 10507 Saskatchewan Dr NW, Edmonton, AB — or call toll free at 877-784-2905.
Career training in community support, addiction services, and health care.
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