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Build a skillset that can help shape the future of digital finance.
Program Overview
Training for the growing field of FinTech
Financial Technology (FinTech) blends finance, data and digital tools to innovate and improve payment processing, banking, security, investing and other financial services. Whether your previous education is in finance, business or computer programming, this graduate certificate will equip you with the unique set of skills needed to work in the growing FinTech industry.
Future-focused learning
This program teaches more than how to use existing FinTech systems — it also prepares you to help build the systems of tomorrow. In your first semester, you'll learn fundamentals of finance, technology, data science and AI, and regulations in the finance sector. You'll then build on that knowledge with in-depth courses in AI, machine learning, predictive analytics, blockchain and other emerging technologies.
Hands-on, collaborative and interdisciplinary
Gain hands-on experience using the latest tools and software through labs, case studies, group projects and a final capstone project. Many of your problem-based learning exercises will involve collaboration with industry partners and peers from other disciplines. The program also includes an optional co-op that can provide you with up to 360 hours of real-world experience.
Flexible learning that fits your life
Sheridan's FinTech program is designed to support working professionals, career changers and students who may live outside the Greater Toronto Area. Flexible delivery options include in-person and online formats, many classes are scheduled during evening hours, and at least one course per semester will be held on weekends.
Industry platforms and tools you'll use in this program include:
- Power BI and Excel
- AI Tools
- Data Analysis Software
- Cloud Technologies
- Python
- R
- SQL
- FinTech APIs
Courses
Creative, innovative learning is at the core of all Sheridan’s courses. Here are the courses you’ll take in this program.
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Semester 1
CODE TITLE CREDITS Financial Technology in Canada 4 Introduction to FinTech Platforms 4 AI and Data Analytics in FinTech 4 Risk, Regulation and Cybersecurity 4 Professional Business Competencies 3 Finance Fundamentals 2 Total credits: 21
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Semester 2
CODE TITLE CREDITS Advanced FinTech Platforms 4 Decentralized Finance (DeFi) 3 Strategic Business Analysis and Innovation 4 FinTech Ventures and Careers 3 Ethics, Sustainability and CSR 3 FinTech Capstone 4 Co-op Education Forum (Optional) 1 Total credits: 21 (or 22 for co-op students)
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Co-op Work Term (Optional)
CODE TITLE CREDITS code Co-op Work Term (Optional) 1 Total credits: 1
Courses subject to change.
Current students should refer to their Academic Requirements in myStudentCentre to track their academic progress and outstanding course requirements.
Admission requirements
Program eligibility
Postsecondary diploma, advanced diploma or degree in business, finance, applied computing, information technology, computer science or equivalent fields.
OR
Demonstrated competence through educational experience and/or related work experience.*
Applicant selection
*Individual applicants outside of the fields identified may be selected on the basis of postsecondary academic achievement and related work experience (as determined by the college).
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related programs.
International applicants
- Official postsecondary transcripts, indicating courses completed to date, and credential must be submitted at the time of application. In case the transcripts/certificates are not in English, note that these documents must be accompanied by a notarized, official translation into English. Translated copies must also be accompanied by a copy of the original transcript.
- International applicants need to follow the international application process.
Domestic applicants
- Postsecondary transcripts indicating courses completed to date must be submitted to ontariocolleges.ca at the time of application.
- Domestic applicants with education outside of Canada must have their transcripts assessed for equivalency through ICAS or WES. A comprehensive (course-by-course) post-secondary credential assessment is required.
- Private career college courses and/or credentials are not acceptable as admission requirements for Sheridan programs.
English language proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Sheridan’s English proficiency requirements.
Equivalent fields
Postsecondary programs eligible for admission include, but are not limited to:
- Bachelor of Applied Computer Science
- Bachelor of Applied Information Sciences
- Bachelor of Applied Technology (Biotechnology/Computer/Informatics/Manufacturing/Security/Software Development)
- Bachelor of Business Administration
- Bachelor of Computer Science
- Bachelor of Data Science and Analytics
- Bachelor of Finance
- Banking and Wealth management
- Big Data Analytics
- Biotechnology
- Business
- Computer Engineering Technician/Technology
- Computer Foundations
- Computer Programming/Programmer
- Computer Programming and Analysis
- Computer Networking and Technical Support
- Computer Repair and Maintenance
- Computer Systems Technician/Technology
- Digital Design – Game Design
- Enterprise Database Management
- Finance
- Industrial Automation
- Information Security Technician/Technology
- Information Technology Solutions
- Instrumentation and Control Engineering Technician/Technology
- Internet Applications and Web Design
- Internet Communications Technician/Technology
- IT Innovation and Design
- Software Development
- Software Engineering Technician/Technology
- Software Systems Design, Development, Management
- Telecommunications Technician/Technology
RPN to BScN Bridging Program
Get your Nursing degree in less time
If you've successfully completed a two-year Ontario Practical Nursing diploma with a minimum cumulative GPA of 75%, you may be eligible to complete Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Science – Nursing degree program in just two years after completing a two-semester bridging program.
Program details
This bridging program is offered through a hybrid delivery model that includes both online learning and in-person classes/labs. In-person courses are offered at Sheridan's Davis Campus in Brampton.
The bridging program is structured as follows:
- Semester 3: September–December
- Semester 4: January–April
- Spring/Summer break (no classes)
Upon successful completion of all bridging courses with a minimum of 65% in each course, you'll enter Year 3 (Semester 5) of the BScN degree program in the fall and complete the remaining semesters as follows:
- Semester 5: September–December
- Semester 6: January–April
- Spring/Summer break (no classes)
- Semester 7: September–December
- Semester 8: January–April
Courses in Year 3 and 4 of the BScN degree program are fully in person at Davis Campus.
Bridging courses
Bridging classes are online with all lab components in person.
Semester 3
| CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
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| ENGL17889 | Composition and Rhetoric | 3 |
| NURS18997 | Nursing Theoretical Foundations 1 | 3 |
| NURS21801 | PCC – Acute Care/Mental Health | 3 |
| NURS23651 | PCC – Pediatrics/Maternal Child | 3 |
| Quality Practice Environments | 3 |
Semester 4
| CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
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| NURS21640 | Emerging Professional | 3 |
| NURS23380 | Clinical Practice: Adult Acute Care | 3 |
| Health Equity and Empowerment | 3 |
Admission requirements
Program eligibility
- Successful completion of a two-year recognized Ontario College Practical Nursing diploma with a minimum 75% (3.3) cumulative program GPA.
- Must be currently registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and be in good standing with no restrictions on your licence.
Applicant selection
Eligible applicants will be selected on the basis of their previous academic achievement. Applicants will be ranked based on their cumulative program GPA.
Applicants will be required to submit their CNO registration number. Instructions will be posted in your Sheridan Application Portal.
This is a highly competitive program. The number of seats available are limited. Meeting admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
English language proficiency
Applicants whose Practical Nursing diploma was not taught in English may be requested to provide an English-language proficiency test.
Criminal record check
Sheridan field placement agencies may require a police record check for criminal offences, a vulnerable sector check and/or a current acceptable record of immunization. Students will be required to provide this documentation directly to their field placement prior to the start of the placement and at their own expense. Students who cannot meet these requirements may have limited field placement opportunities.
Transfer credits
Sheridan does not accept RPN to BScN bridging courses from other colleges for admission or transfer credit.
How to apply
Sheridan Practical Nursing current students and recent graduates
Apply through myStudentCentre: If you've recently been enrolled in a Sheridan program (Fall 2021 or later), you can apply directly to Sheridan through our internal application process on myStudentCentre. (In your dashboard, select the "Registration Status" tile and then "Apply to new program" to get started. Apply to the RPN to BScN Bridging Program using the Program Code PBNSGB.
Graduates from other institutions
Apply through ontariocolleges.ca: If you're new to Sheridan, you'll need to apply through ontariocolleges.ca. Apply to the RPN to BScN Bridging Program using the Program Code PBNSGB.
Career opportunities
After earning your graduate certificate in Financial Technology, you’ll be prepared to work in a wide variety of FinTech roles. Potential employers include startups, financial institutions, regulators, technology companies, digital-payment providers and more.
Career opportunities include:
- FinTech Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Cybersecurity Assistant
- Compliance/RegTech Analyst
- Blockchain/DeFi Analyst
- Risk Analyst
- AI/ML Technician
Co-op
Degree Completion
Learn from the comfort of home with our virtual option
Sheridan is the first in the province to offer a Social Service Worker – Gerontology diploma program entirely online.
- This virtual, synchronous program will allow you to access the program from wherever you live.*
- Synchronous delivery allows us to offer the same hands-on, supportive environment that Sheridan is known for while addressing some of the barriers to accessing an in-person program.
- If you live in Ontario, practicum opportunities will be developed local to you, even if you live outside of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
* Note: At this time, the virtual option is only open to domestic students.
Advanced Entry Challenge Exams
Get credit for what you know
Sheridan recognizes and appreciates that advanced learning doesn’t always require standard classroom instruction, and that opportunities to advance skills and learn new technologies are everywhere.
If you have significant knowledge and experience in programming, web development, database and/or networking, you may choose to complete Advanced Entry Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (AEPLAR) Challenge Exams for academic credit towards your Sheridan Computer Systems Technology advanced diploma.
How do Challenge Exams work?
AEPLAR Challenge Exams are administered by and through the Sheridan College Assessment Centre or through an approved Test Centre. There are fees to write each exam (an Assessment Centre fee and a Challenge Exam fee).
Your completed Challenge Exam(s) will be evaluated to determine whether you’re eligible for credit in one or more courses within the identified program streams.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) and Advanced Standing credits are subject to Sheridan’s policies and procedures. Learn more about Sheridan’s Credit Transfer policies and procedures.
I have previous postsecondary education. Should I write a Challenge Exam?
No. Challenge Exams are designed for applicants with knowledge and experience gained outside of formal education. If you have previous postsecondary education, we encourage you to apply for Advanced Standing instead — you may be eligible to apply your previously earned credits towards your new program at Sheridan.
What subjects can I complete Challenge Exams for?
Challenge Exams for applicants to the Computer Systems Technology – Software Development and Network Engineering program are designed to test skills in specific knowledge streams within this program:
- Programming – Introductory
- Programming – .NET
- Programming – Advanced Java
- Networking
- Web Development
- Operating Systems
- Databases
- Software Design
- Mobile App Development – Android
- Mobile App Development – iOS
- Game Development – UNITY
- Wireless
You can also choose to complete Challenge Exams for specific individual courses within the Computer Systems Technology program.
Complete a free self-assessment test to help you determine whether Challenge Exams are a good option for you.
How do I apply to complete a Challenge Exam?
Step 1: Make sure you meet the program admission requirements
You must meet the program admission requirements to be eligible for admission and PLAR.
Step 2: Complete a free self-assessment
Complete a free self-assessment test for each knowledge stream you wish to challenge. This will help you determine whether your current skills will enable you to succeed in the Challenge Exam(s).
Step 3: Apply to Sheridan's Computer Systems Technology advanced diploma program
Apply to the Computer Systems Technology – Software Development and Network Engineering program.
To be eligible to complete Challenge Exams for this program, you must select "Advanced Entry" as the level of the program on your application.
Step 4: Follow the instructions to complete your Challenge Exam(s)
Once Sheridan receives your application, we’ll send you an email with instructions on how to register and pay for your Challenge Exam(s). Follow those instructions.
Once you’ve completed your Challenge Exam(s), subject matter experts in Sheridan’s Faculty of Applied Science and Technology will evaluate them within 10 business days. The Faculty will forward your results to the Office of the Registrar, and any approved credit transfers will be posted in your Credit Transfer centre. Exam feedback will not be provided.
Step 5: Accept your offer of admission and pay your program fees
If you receive an offer of admission to Sheridan, please follow the instructions to confirm your offer and pay your fees by the due dates indicated in order to reserve your spot in the program.
We wish you success in this process and look forward to seeing you at Sheridan!
Internship
Program fees
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
The fees shown here are for the 2026–2027 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic semesters of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent semesters are not reflected on this website.
Financial Aid & Awards
Your education is a big investment, and we're here to help! Keep an eye on our Financial Aid & Awards page for regular updates, and check out these important links:
- Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
- Scholarships, awards and bursaries
- Work Study Assistance Program
International Entrance Scholarship
International students beginning their full-time postsecondary studies at Sheridan may receive an entrance scholarship. A separate application is not required. Visit the International Entrance Scholarship page for details.
Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Analyze data to design secure mobile and web solutions that enhance compliance and operational efficiency in financial services.
- Examine data to inform strategic decision making when implementing FinTech solutions.
- Analyze and integrate risk measures in cryptographic and cybersecurity solutions to secure financial transactions, manage assets and protect DeFi systems.
- Interpret financial data to design FinTech solutions that improve transaction speed and user satisfaction for clients.
- Adhere to ethical and legal guidelines to ensure data security, integrity and confidentiality in the delivery of FinTech applications.
- Develop and implement entrepreneurial strategies to drive FinTech ventures and career growth.
- Communicate professionally to cultivate strong relationships with clients and industry partners.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to foster innovation and solve complex problems in FinTech environments.
- Assess and optimize organizational structures and management strategies to enhance operational efficiency and innovation through financial technology solutions.
- Recommend financial technology strategies to enhance operational efficiency for individuals or companies.
- Evaluate Canadian market insights to inform product development and client solutions in financial technology.
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Educational philosophy
Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Interior Design curriculum and its delivery are designed to address current social issues pertinent to the design industry. This enables students to broaden their understanding of their place within the world.
Fundamental to the vision of the program is the balance of creative and conceptual thinking with the technical and business aspects of the profession. Courses follow a logical sequence with the degree of difficulty building vertically from first year to fourth year.
The various streams provide a range of design problems building in size and scope, from simple to complex in various design sectors. The curriculum builds on fundamental introductions that ensures a strong foundation for students to apply additional more complex learning and skills developed later in the program.
Studio projects are designed to mimic professional practice and require applied theory, creativity and strong technical knowledge. Curriculum is also connected horizontally across each semester to help support the learning in courses happening simultaneously. This demonstrates the inter-connected knowledge and skills required to practice in the industry.
The program provides many opportunities that expose students to practicing professionals and professional practice. Industry leaders and representatives from professional associations like ARIDO and IDC are invited into the classroom as jurors and guest speakers throughout the four years. The internship also provides professional design work experience for students before they enter their final year of study.
The curriculum is student-centric and designed to equip students with the skills that are required for entry-level design positions and advanced study. Manual skills such as drafting, drawing and model making are developed alongside digital skills using current software. Students are also well-versed in the applicable building codes and regulations required to practice in Ontario. Students are exposed to valuable research skills and encouraged to continue their learning past graduation.
Program goals
Sheridan's Honours Bachelor of Interior Design program aspires to:
- Develop confident, creative and critical thinkers that can solve a variety of problems thoughtfully, improving the quality of the built environment and protecting the health, safety and welfare of the public.
- Equip students with the tools to think independently and ethically to ensure technically, environmentally, and socially responsible decision-making.
- Deliver current and relevant curriculum that incorporates equity, diversity and inclusion. This encourages students to create spaces that foster inclusivity and look at design from various perspectives within diverse communities, involving numerous stakeholders.
- Inform students regarding the various facets of the profession, engaging them with designers and industry affiliates.
- Encourage continuous professional and personal growth, instilling a desire to contribute to the profession and society at large. The program encourages students to become active participants in the design community, become members of their local Association, write their NCIDQ exams, give back to the community and become progressive leaders in the profession.
- Prepare graduates for entry-level design positions, equipped with the required knowledge and skills for employment in the diverse design industry, ensuring they possess the body of knowledge necessary to respond to social and environmental issues, while designing interior spaces that are technically proficient, code-compliant, conceptually strong, sustainable and all-inclusive.
- Provide enhanced opportunities for students to pursue post-graduate studies, employment, research and/or further their academic studies and/or credentials.
Program mission
Our mission is to utilize harmonious, comprehensive and specialized training to empower our learners with the knowledge, skills and attitude required to demonstrate the Professional Competencies for Canadian Pharmacy Technicians at Entry to Practice.
Program vision
Our vision is to graduate highly-skilled life-long learners who uphold professional integrity and promote quality and safety in practice.
Critical performance statement
Upon graduation, students in Sheridan’s Pharmacy Technician diploma program will have demonstrated the ability to pursue the career of pharmacy technician and to practice safely in a community or hospital while adhering to the scope of practice for pharmacy technicians.
Field placements
Writer-in-Residence program
Each year, Sheridan’s Honours Bachelor of Creative Writing & Publishing (CW&P) program hosts a Writer-in-Residence. The 8-month residency is awarded to a writer who embodies the distinctiveness and dynamism of the & in our program name.
In addition to working on at least one specific writing project of their own during their tenure, the Writer-in-Residence is responsible for creative leadership, mentoring and public outreach in the area of creative writing and/or publishing.
How our Writer-in-Residence supports Sheridan students
Students in our CW&P program benefit from the work and mentorship of our Writer-in-Residence, who:
- shares their expertise and experience as a creative professional and working writer;
- performs public readings from their recently published work and/or current work-in-progress;
- organizes public lectures and/or workshops; and
- works with faculty to augment existing curriculum in the area of creative writing, publishing and/or creativity.
2024–25 Writer-in-Residence

Fiction writer, editor and poet Cassidy McFadzean is joining Sheridan as the 2024–25 CW&P Writer-in-Residence.
McFadzean was born in Regina, Saskatchewan, where she earned an MA from the University of Regina. She went on to earn an MFA in poetry from the University of Iowa, and an MFA in fiction from Brooklyn College, where she was co-Editor-in-Chief and Fiction Editor of The Brooklyn Review.
McFadzean is the author of three books of poetry: Crying Dress (House of Anansi, 2024), Drolleries (McClelland & Stewart, 2019), and Hacker Packer (M&S, 2015). Her poetry has appeared in magazines across Canada and the U.S., has been anthologized in The Best Canadian Poetry, In Fine Form 2, and The New Wascana Anthology. Her fiction has appeared in Joyland, EVENT, Maisonneuve, and The Best Canadian Stories, and is forthcoming in Hazlitt, The Walrus, and Invisible Publishing's collaborative anthology Dead Writers.
In welcoming her to the post, CW&P's Associate Dean Morgan Dennis highlights McFadzean’s expertise in both poetry and fiction, as well as her editorial work at The Brooklyn Review: “McFadzean is such a well-rounded talent, which is exactly what our students are looking for. Plus, her experience in the literary journal market will be of great value to our in-house magazine—The Ampersand Review of Writing & Publishing."
Free professional development opportunities
Are you a business lead who's looking to level up your company's culture of creativity and entrepreneurship?
Sheridan offers FREE, one-hour PD sessions on topics such as:
- Creative Strategies for an EDI-driven World
- The Science of Creativity and Innovation
- Intra- and Entrepreneurial Thinking, and
- Creative Team Leadership
These workshops will catalyze your climate of innovation and give your team an exclusive look into Sheridan's one-of-a-kind graduate certificate in Applied Creativity and Innovation.*
Register your team for a FREE online one-hour masterclass!
*Advance further with our Applied Creativity and Innovation graduate certificate
Our new graduate certificate in Applied Creativity and Innovation is a great professional development (PD) opportunity for many company teams. The program teaches complex problem-solving, creativity, innovation and negotiation skills — competencies that make companies more resilient and adaptable as they face the unique challenges presented by the future of work.
Why this program is a great choice for PD:
- Flexible hours — your employees can complete their graduate certificate online, at their own pace.
- Relevant coursework – they can choose electives that are most applicable to their position at your company.
- Award-winning faculty – they’ll learn from instructors who are on the cutting-edge of creativity and innovation research.
- Practicum project – they’ll work alongside our team of experts to resolve an issue that your business is facing today — whether it’s how to leverage artificial intelligence technology, advance your sustainability efforts, update your marketing strategies, address supply chain inefficiencies or another challenge.
Apprenticeship Exemption Test
The Apprenticeship Exemption Test (AET) provides a chance for students who are learning a skilled trade to bypass in-class studies.
In most cases, you need to score 70% or higher to pass the AET. If you score lower than 70%, you'll need to wait three months before you can try again (with some exceptions for certain exams).
Apprenticeship Exemption Tests are administered at the Hazel McCallion Campus in Mississauga, through Sheridan's Assessment Centre.
Learn more about the AET, including eligibility criteria, available tests and how to register.
Sheridan is a Ministry-approved Apprenticeship Exemption Test centre, authorized through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development (MLITSD), for both apprentices and non-apprentices.
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