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2023-2024 Academic Calendar

Career and College Preparation – Advanced Level Certificate


Location(s): Chetwynd, ​Dawson Creek, ​Fort Nelson, ​Fort St. John, ​Tumbler Ridge, Atlin (Access Centre), Dease Lake (Access Centre), and Online

Career and College Preparation provides the environment and resources for adults to acquire the knowledge necessary for successful entry into the labour market, advancement in careers, entry into further specialized training or enhance personal development.

Independent, self-directed learning is encouraged.

The goals for this level are to provide students with highly portable learning skills and abilities in analytical thinking, mathematics, communications, and sciences.

The Advanced Level student (approximately grade 11 coursework) is encouraged to discuss career paths with an Admissions Officer prior to registration and as needed during the term. The College will endeavour to match the study program to individual career goals.

The program includes English, choice of math courses, accounting, biology, chemistry, physics, computer studies, and social studies.  Courses may be face-to-face instructor-led, or delivered at a distance via video conference or web conference or student-directed with instructor support

Intakes


LocationStartingType
AtlinFallFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab)
WinterFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab)
ChetwyndFallFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab)
WinterFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
Dawson CreekFallFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
WinterFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
SpringFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
Dease Lake*FallFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
WinterFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
Fort Nelson*FallFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
WinterFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
Fort St JohnFallFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
WinterFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
SpringFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
Tumbler Ridge*FallFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
WinterFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
Online**FallFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 
WinterFull-Time(opens in a new tab)Part-Time(opens in a new tab) 

* Courses are generally video-conferenced 

** Online courses are continuous intake (start at any time)

Length


480 hours; approximately 20 weeks.

Estimated Program Fees


Program fee type: Career & College Prep

Costs indicated are estimates for a full-time course load.

Book, instruments, supplies, uniforms/clothing and third-party fees are additional.  Domestic students needing assistance with fees, textbooks costs, travel or childcare should ask about the Adult Upgrading Grant.

Domestic Fees

 TuitionStudent FeesInstruction-related
Fees (includes GST)
Total
Semester$ 0.00$ 74.88$ 64.26$ 139.14

International Fees

 TuitionStudent FeesInstruction-related
Fees (includes GST)
International
Medical Insurance
Total
Semester$ 4,626.00$ 74.88$ 64.26$ 828.00$ 5,593.14

Admission Requirements


  • 18 years of age or older; or
  • 17 years of age and out of school for at least one year; or
  • By special arrangement with the School District.

Note: There is no maximum age.

Important Notes


  1. The program is not eligible for Canada Student Loans, however fees and textbook funding may be available through the Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG).

Program Requirements


Residency Requirement20% of all courses must be completed at Northern Lights College
Minimum Grade RequirementsD (50%) minimum grade

Plus one elective from the following:


Credential


Certificate in Career and College Preparation – Advanced Level