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Adult Upgrading/High School Completion

Opportunities for adults wishing to:

•  complete their high school education
•  upgrade their skills for entry into the work force
•  enter college or university programs
•  improve their skills for their own personal benefit
•  acquire basic literacy skills

*All Adult Upgrading/High School Completion courses are tuition-free. (Non-tuition fees such as the student activity fees still apply.)

Course delivery options include:

•   self-paced/directed study
•   one-on-one
•   tutor
•   group lecture/lab 
•   distance & computerized learning
•   daytime or evening

All college campuses have some or all Access Education programs. Contact the Campus nearest you for more information.

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ABE Provincial Certificates and Diploma

• ABE Provincial Diploma
• ABE Advanced Level Certificate
• ABE Intermediate Level Certificate
• ABE Fundamental Level Certificate

Additional ABE Programs and Services

A support centre to help you successfully complete your academic studies. Activities in the Learning Centre are supplemental to other learning activities.

Distance Education

Flexibility for those unable to attend classes and/or who wish to study at their own pace.

Courses include:

• English
• Math
• Biology

GED Preparation

Prepares you for the General Education Diploma.

Subjects covered are:

• Reading
• Writing
• Social Studies
• Mathematics
• Sciences

Trades Training Preparation

This is an ABE program teaching the required skills in reading, writing, science and math. It is intended for students planning to enroll in trades training or preparing for apprenticeship examinations.

Occupational Orientation

Students and instructors develop an individualized schedule of courses focusing on residential, vocational, communication, social, recreation/leisure and life skills goals.

Supported Work

If you wish assistance in looking for employment, various supports are provided. Contact Job Seekers

Admission Requirements

An assessment of academic skills is recommended. It is used to identify your present academic skill level, find out if you qualify for exemptions from courses/program prerequisites, determine a level of entry, and aid in course selection.

Contact Information

Access Education, Department Head
Sharon Richardson
Ph. (250) 489-2751 local 416
Fax (250) 489-1790
College of the Rockies
2700 College Way
Box 8500
Cranbrook B.C. V1C 5L7