“My experience at Edison College Canada has been very rewarding. The Community Support Worker program, especially the Mental Health and Addiction specialization, has helped me build confidence and real-world skills to support vulnerable individuals in my community. I feel more prepared for my future career.”
Program Description
The Logistics and Supply Chain Management diploma program is a comprehensive training initiative designed to equip participants with the tactical expertise and strategic mindset required to manage the seamless flow of goods and services from global suppliers to end users. In an era where global commerce relies on precision, this program focuses on the critical balance between supply and demand.
Students will master high-demand techniques such as demand forecasting, operations planning, and inventory management, ensuring they can navigate the complexities of modern trade with confidence.
The curriculum provides a deep dive into the entire supply chain network, encompassing procurement, production, distribution, and the increasingly important field of reverse logistics. Beyond the physical movement of goods, the program emphasizes the optimization of operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
Whether your interest lies in contract negotiation, warehouse management, or transportation logistics, this program provides the solid foundation needed to excel in Canada’s thriving supply chain landscape.
Program Highlights
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Strategic Inventory Management: Optimize warehouse operations and inventory fundamentals to ensure efficient physical distribution cycles. - ✔
Lean Manufacturing Excellence: Implement just-in-time production and total quality management to minimize operational waste. - ✔
Global Supply Integration: Master supplier relationships and ethical sourcing to build resilient global logistics networks. - ✔
Advanced Resource Planning: Utilize forecasting and master scheduling to balance capacity with service response logistics. - ✔
Digital Chain Security: Apply cybersecurity fundamentals and process integration to protect sensitive supply chain data.

Program Objectives
Upon completion of this program, the successful student will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of supply chain networks, including procurement, production, distribution, and reverse logistics, as established through these specialized supply chain courses.
- Learn principles and techniques for managing the flow of goods and services, including inventory management, warehousing, and transportation, providing the foundational knowledge required for a supply chain certification.
- Acquire skills in optimizing supply chain operations to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Explore the complexities of global supply chains, including international trade, regulatory compliance, and cultural considerations, preparing you for a professional supply chain management certification.
- Develop analytical skills to interpret data, forecast demand, optimize inventory levels, and make informed decisions within the supply chain.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the logistics & supply chain management diploma are prepared for a broad range of roles spanning the full supply chain — from coordination and analysis to procurement, warehousing, and operations planning. Career opportunities include:
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Logistics Coordinator - ✔
Transportation Planner - ✔
Freight Traffic Coordinator - ✔
Distribution and Transport Logistics Technician - ✔
Inventory Analyst - ✔
Warehouse Lead / Supervisor - ✔
Physical Inventory Coordinator - ✔
Procurement Assistant - ✔
Contract Management Coordinator - ✔
Supplier Relations Coordinator - ✔
Supply Chain Analyst - ✔
Supply Chain Manager
Estimated Salary
Logistics and supply chain coordinators usually earn from $44,990 to $93,163 annually, according to the Canadian Job Bank. Hourly they earn in the range of $21.63 to $44.79 per hour.
Alberta and Newfoundland and Labrador pay some of the highest median salaries to logistics and supply chain coordinators compared to other provinces and territories. Your salary mainly depends on your experience and the company you work in.

Career Outlook
Supply chains are the invisible infrastructure of the global economy, and Canada is no different.
The scale of B.C.’s trade activity is extraordinary. The Port of Vancouver handled a record 170.4 million metric tons of cargo in 2025—an almost 8% increase from the previous record set in 2024—and port operations sustain more than 132,000 supply chain and related jobs across Canada.
Edison College offers this program both in-class at our Victoria campus and fully online — meaning students across Canada can complete this diploma and enter the supply chain workforce in their home province without relocating.
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Admission Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent or mature student status (19 years or older prior to starting the program).
English language proficiency requirements:
- Minimum Grade 10 English plus a minimum of three years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8–12) completed in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages, or
- Overall minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5, or
- Overall minimum TOEFL score of 46 (only TOEFL iBT is accepted), or
- Overall minimum CAEL score of 40, or
- Minimum CELPIP score of listening 6, reading 5, writing 5, or
- Overall minimum Duolingo English Test (DET) score of 95.
The Accuplacer assessment may be accepted only if
- English is the program’s language of instruction, and the applicant is a mature domestic student facing barriers, and the applicant cannot access their educational records or cannot provide sufficient evidence of secondary or post-secondary education.
- The applicant provides attestation that they have completed at least three years of full-time instruction in English in a country where English is one of the principal languages, and
- The applicant provides a signed self-declaration.
- The applicant completes an Accuplacer English Assessment (Next Generation: reading, writing, and WritePlacer) and achieves the following minimum scores: reading of 230 and writing of 230. WritePlacer: 4.
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Student Recommendations of Edison College
"Graduating from this program as a Mental Health and Addiction Community Support Worker has been a truly impactful experience. The education I received provided me with both the knowledge and practical skills needed to support individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges in a meaningful and compassionate way.
The instructors were supportive, knowledgeable, and brought real-world experience into the classroom, which made the learning feel relevant and applicable. I especially valued the focus on trauma-informed care, cultural awareness, and building genuine connections with clients.
This program helped me grow not only professionally but personally. I left feeling confident, prepared, and motivated to make a difference in my community. I’m grateful for the foundation it gave me and would recommend it to anyone looking to pursue a career in mental health and addiction support
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"I had a great experience completing my Therapeutic Recreation Activity Assistant program at Edison College. The course was practical, easy to follow, and really helped me feel prepared to work in the field. I would definitely recommend it to others."
"My experience at Edison College Canada has been very rewarding. The Community Support Worker program, especially the Mental Health and Addiction specialization, has helped me build confidence and real-world skills to support vulnerable individuals in my community. I feel more prepared for my future career."
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