From Stay-at-Home Parent to Career Professional: Your Comeback Starts Here

August 25th, 2025 by Sherri Leblanc


Returning to the workforce after time away raising a family can feel overwhelming but it’s also an exciting opportunity for a fresh start. 

Whether you’ve been out of the job market for a few years or a decade, it’s never too late to launch a new career that fits your goals and lifestyle.

At CTS Canadian Career College, we specialize in helping adults, including stay-at-home parents, gain the skills and confidence needed to step back into the professional world.

Why Many Parents Are Choosing Career College

Transitioning from full-time parenting to paid employment comes with unique challenges: gaps in your resume, rusty interview skills, or feeling unsure where to start.

Career colleges like CTS Canadian Career College are designed for people just like you. Our programs are:

  • Short-term: Most diplomas can be completed in a year or less.
  • Flexible: Online and hybrid learning options let you balance family and school.
  • Career-focused: Everything you learn is practical and job-ready.
  • Supportive: Smaller class sizes and personalized attention help you succeed.

In-Demand Careers You Can Train for Quickly

Many programs are ideal for adults re-entering the workforce:

Build Confidence and Your Resume

One of the biggest hurdles stay-at-home parents face is rebuilding professional confidence. At CTS, you won’t just learn technical skills, you’ll also gain:

  • Time management strategies
  • Communication and teamwork experience
  • Hands-on placement opportunities to add to your resume

Plus, you’ll receive career services support, including resume help and interview preparation.

Financial Support Is Available

Worried about tuition? 

CTS Canadian Career College has a dedicated Financial Aid team ready to help you explore OSAP, scholarships, and interest-free payment plans.

You’ve Managed a Household. You Can Handle This

If you’ve balanced schedules, solved daily challenges, and managed family life, you already have many of the soft skills employers value: organization, multitasking, and resilience.

Now it’s time to add professional training to your toolkit.

Your Next Chapter Starts Now

Returning to the workforce doesn’t have to be scary. With the right support and focused career training, you can build a future that fits your life and your goals.

Contact CTS Canadian Career College today to explore programs, upcoming start dates, and funding options. Your comeback starts here. Contact us today.


GET IN TOUCH