This one-year Ontario College Certificate program is designed for students who are interested in art, drawing, animation, life drawing, illustration, comic books and photography. The program provides students an opportunity to determine whether they have the interest, motivation, creativity and dexterity to pursue a career in animation, illustration or concept art. Students experience college delivery of course material while developing a portfolio and building their drawing and creative skills to prepare for further studies in animation or illustration.

A General Arts and Science Ontario College Certificate or Ontario College Diploma demonstrates to employers, colleges and universities that graduates have the ability to learn at a postsecondary level, have enhanced skills in oral and written communication, can conduct research in a systematic manner, and are flexible and open to meeting new challenges. These are important attributes in a world where change is rapid and adaptability is an asset.