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Professional Development in Ontario

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Professional Development Courses In Ontario

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At PHBI | Training Ontario, we understand the importance of continuous learning and growth, especially in today’s rapidly changing world. That’s why we’ve designed a comprehensive library of over 100 professional development courses, specifically tailored for homebuilding professionals like you.

Professional development courses designed to advance your career

Whether you’re looking to improve your administrative skills, finance knowledge, leadership abilities, or management techniques, we’ve got you covered. Our courses also cover essential soft skills, business strategies, sales and marketing techniques, and human resources and safety best practices.

All of our courses are available online and can be taken anytime, anywhere, making it easy for you to fit learning into your busy schedule. And the best part? Each course is less than three hours long, so you can quickly acquire new skills and knowledge without sacrificing your time.

Take control of your career and start investing in your professional growth today! Enrol in one of our professional development courses or explore our entire collection of courses for professional development. Your future self will thank you!

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HCRA Approved Courses

Administration and Finance

Our Administration and Finance courses help you develop skills for success in administrative and financial roles. Covering topics like basic bookkeeping, customer service and handling difficult customers, these courses will enhance your skills and set you apart in the workplace. Invest in your career and boost your professional growth.

Our Leadership and Management courses provide the tools you need to excel in management roles. From coaching and mentoring to managing projects and teams, these courses will equip you with the skills and techniques needed to be a successful and likable boss. Whether you’re a new manager, middle manager, or a seasoned leader, these courses will help you navigate office politics, build high-performance teams, and lead with influence. Invest in your leadership and management skills to boost your career growth and become a top performer.

Human Resources And Safety

Our Human Resources and Safety courses cover all aspects of managing a successful and productive workforce. From employee recruitment to motivation and onboarding, these courses will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to create a positive and inclusive workplace. Whether you’re dealing with crisis management or conducting annual employee reviews, these courses will help you navigate the challenges of human resources and ensure the safety and well-being of your employees. Invest in your human resources skills and become a leader in creating a successful workplace.

Soft Skills

Our Soft Skills courses help you develop the interpersonal and personal skills necessary for success in the workplace and in life. From emotional intelligence to managing workplace anxiety, these courses will equip you with the tools you need to be a well-rounded and productive individual. Invest in your soft skills and become a confident and successful individual.

Business

Our business courses cover a range of topics to help employees grow professionally and contribute to their company’s success. From business acumen and entrepreneurship, to communications strategies and conflict resolution, these courses are designed to enhance important skills such as critical thinking, presentation skills, and negotiation. Whether you’re looking to improve your personal branding, public speaking skills, or project management, our business courses offer practical training that can be applied on the job.

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Sales And Marketing

The sales and marketing courses category focuses on developing skills in customer acquisition and growth. From coaching salespeople to marketing basics and social media marketing, these courses provide practical strategies for boosting sales and increasing market reach. Whether it’s in-person sales or overcoming objections, these courses equip professionals with the necessary skills to drive business success.

Invest in your future with confidence

When you’re ready to advance your skills in Ontario’s residential construction industry, PHBI training and education can be more affordable than you think. Explore our Programs & Courses to see the costs associated with individual courses.

You and your employer may also be eligible for a government grant to help offset the cost of your training. Explore your grant and payment options, along with other need-to-know details that will get you on the road to reaching your goals faster.

Why PHBI

Expertise

Our courses are designed by industry experts to meet ON Housing’s educational requirements.

Flexibility

We have flexible training options to help you learn your way, while reaching your goals faster.

Countless Options

We support your success with training options in business, construction, sales and marketing, leadership and management.

Industry Approved

Our courses meet the Canadian Home Builder Association National Education benchmarks and are ON Housing-Approved.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tarion only focuses on administering warranties and protections for the purchasers of new homes and HCRA is a separate regulator for new home builders and vendors.

Depending on whether you choose a course that is delivered online, in a classroom or delivered in the format of a group training, you may enroll in a course accordingly. For course dates and times, please visit the individual course page you are interested in taking.

  • Click on “Courses” or search in the search bar for the course you are interested in
  • Select the course you would like to enrol in
  • Click “Enrol Now” to add the course to your cart
  • Click on your cart and select “Proceed to Checkout”
  • if you are not logged in at this point, you will be required to log in
  • Complete the address information – if you address and billing information is the same – Click “Next”. If not, unclick Billing Address
  • Review your order and click “Next”
  • Review your Billing Address
  • “Proceed to Payment Information”
  • Enter your payment details
  • Submit payment
  • Receipt will be emailed to you

You will automatically be enrolled in the 1st attempt Exam Rewrite for this course after a 24-hour waiting period. Please look out for an enrolment email.

You and your employer may be eligible for a government grant to help offset the cost of your training. Learn more about available Training Ontario funding options.

We accept VISA, MasterCard, AMEX and company cheques. We process credit card payments immediately upon registration. Payment by invoice can also be arranged by contacting us with your enquiry.

Payment is accepted in Canadian (CAD) funds only.

Get in touch with our admissions team to learn about our admission requirements.

Training Ontario will not refund, in whole or in part, tuition fees if the cancellation or withdrawal request is received after the course has been accessed or expired. Access includes opening the course and/or downloading any material(s).

Please contact our admissions team to discuss a change or cancellation of a course purchase.

Choosing the right course depends on a person’s goals, needs, and current level of knowledge and skill. Consider what skills or knowledge you want to gain or improve, or what your current job responsibilities are and how the course may help you in your work.