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
The information on this program page is a summary of the official Program Information and Completion Guide approved by NLC’s Education Council.
Details
Intakes
| Location | Starting | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Atlin | Fall | Full-Time, Part-Time |
| Winter | Full-Time, Part-Time | |
| Chetwynd | Fall | Full-Time, Part-Time |
| Winter | Full-Time, Part-Time | |
| Dawson Creek | Fall | Full-Time, Part-Time |
| Winter | Full-Time, Part-Time | |
| Spring | Full-Time, Part-Time | |
| Dease Lake* | Fall | Full-Time, Part-Time |
| Winter | Full-Time, Part-Time | |
| Fort Nelson* | Fall | Full-Time, Part-Time |
| Winter | Full-Time, Part-Time | |
| Fort St John | Fall | Full-Time, Part-Time |
| Winter | Full-Time, Part-Time | |
| Spring | Full-Time, Part-Time | |
| Tumbler Ridge* | Fall | Full-Time, Part-Time |
| Winter | Full-Time, Part-Time | |
| Online** | Fall | Full-Time, Part-Time |
| Winter | Full-Time, Part-Time |
* 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
| Tuition | Student Fees | Instruction-related Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester | $ 0.00 | $ 76.38 | $ 65.54 | $ 141.92 |
International Fees
| Tuition | Student Fees | Instruction-related Fees | 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
- 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 Requirement | 20% of all courses must be completed at Northern Lights College |
|---|---|
| Minimum Grade Requirements | D (50%) minimum grade |
*Please note the following semester break down is based on a student beginning their program in the Fall semester. Students starting in other semesters should consult with the course catalogue in Borealis and with a Program Advisor when selecting courses.
All of:
- ENGL 040 – Advanced English (120 contact hours)
- MATH 040 – Advanced Mathematics (120 contact hours)
And one of:
- MATH 041 – Advanced Mathematics (industrial Mathematics) (120 contact hours)
- MATH 042 – Advanced Business and Consumer Math (120 contact hours)
- MATH 043 – Advanced Level Developmental Mathematics (120 contact hours)
- MATH 044 – Advanced Business/Technical Mathematics (120 contact hours)
And one of:
- BIOL 040 – Advanced Biology (120 contact hours)
- CHEM 040 – Advanced Chemistry (120 contact hours)
- CPST 040 – Advanced Computer Studies (120 contact hours)
- PHYS 040 – Advanced Physics (120 contact hours)
Plus one elective from the following:
- ACCT 040 – Introduction to Accounting (120 contact hours)
- EDCP 040 – Education and Career Planning (120 contact hours)
- SOST 040 – Advanced Social Studies (120 contact hours)
- Any other social science, another science, trades training at the occupational level, a language, accounting, education and career planning, etc., at the advanced level or higher.
Credential
Certificate in Career and College Preparation – Advanced Level