Upgrading

Students who want to earn the equivalent of a high school diploma after turning 18 years old can complete the BC Adult Graduation Diploma. The Adult Graduation Diploma is often called the Adult Dogwood. Courses in NLC’s Career and College Preparation (CCP) program are specially designed to help students achieve an Adult Dogwood. If you’d…

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…

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, or entry into further specialized training. Independent, self-directed learning is encouraged. This is the level (approximately grade 8 and 9) at which students may enter adult basic education. Beginning…

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. At this level (approximately grade 10 coursework), students could be working toward specific career or…

The English as a Second Language program provides Second Language students a pathway to academic success in post-secondary programming. The program is delivered by highly trained EASL instructors in small classes that focus on inclusion and community. By completing this program, students will meet the English entrance requirements for a variety of post-secondary programs at…

Program update Applications to this program are currently suspended.Please contact info@nlc.bc.ca for more information. Pre-vocational and life skill training for youth and adults with barriers to employment. The program consists of a variety of learning opportunities designed to provide the skills necessary for success in the workplace and independent living. Entry-level positions in a variety of…

Program update This program is not accepting applications.Communities or organizations interested in offering this program locally can contact the office of the Dean of Academic and Vocational Programs. The Pre-Employment Workplace Essential Skills program offers pre-vocational training for youth and adults. The program includes the Test of Workplace Essential Skills (TOWES) to assess the student’s…