2014-15 University Calendar
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Calendar  2014-15  Faculty of Academic & Career Advancement  Adult Basic Education: Certificates of Completion

Adult Basic Education: Certificates of Completion

Description

This program and credentials are currently under review; not all courses may available in 2014-15. Please check with the ACA Educational Advisor to confirm your learning needs.

The Adult Basic Education Certificates of Completion each offer students recognition of their achievement as they advance their literacy and numeracy skills. Most courses are given in a continuous-entry, individually paced format, and are available year-round. Courses in the Certificates of Completion are part of the BC ABE Transfer program and may be taken at other post-secondary institutions and transferred to KPU.

The Fundamental Certificate of Completion recognizes a student's readiness to advance to the next level of high school completion and mastery of the fundamentals of reading, writing, and mathematics. Students will benefit from the fundamental level if they have difficulty with basic reading, writing, and math.

The Intermediate Certificate of Completion recognizes the equivalent completion of Grade 10. Students are well on their way to completing high school graduation, for direct entry into many trades and vocational programs, and for the GED.  The courses within this certificate are currently under review.

The Advanced Certificate of Completion recognizes the equivalent completion of Grade 11. Upon completion, many students will be ready to challenge undergraduate course-work, and are ready to work towards BC Adult Graduation Diploma (Adult Dogwood). Completion of Advanced English will normally allow a student to succeed in the LPI test.  The courses within this certificate are currently under review.

Courses in the Certificates of Completion above are tuition free for domestic (Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents) students. International rates apply to international students.

Program Admission Requirements

In addition to KPU's General university admission requirements including the university preparatory-level English Proficiency Requirement, the following program admission requirements apply.

Program Requirements

Advanced Certificate of Completion Requirements

(Grade 11 equivalency)

This program and credentials are currently under review; not all courses may available in 2014-15 Please check with the ACA Educational Advisor to confirm your learning needs.

All of:
  ABEE 0081 Advanced English (Grade 11 equivalent) 3 credits
  MATQ 0011 Advanced Mathematics (Math 11) 3 credits
Plus any two of the following:
  ABEB 0011 Advanced Science (Biology 11) 4 credits
  ABEB 0012 Provincial Science (Biology 12) 4 credits
  ABEP 0011 Introduction to Physics (Physics 11) 4 credits
  A language at the grade 11 level or higher 3 credits

Intermediate Certificate of Completion Requirements

(Grade 10 equivalency)

This program and credentials are currently under review; not all courses may available in 2014-15. Please check with the ACA Educational Advisor to confirm your learning needs.

All of:
  ABEE 0070 Intermediate English (English 10) 3 credits
  MATQ 0010 Intermediate Mathematics (Math 10) 3 credits
  ABES 0010 Intermediate Science (Science 10) 3 credits
Plus:
  An intermediate level (grade 10 or higher) socials course. 3 credits
 

Fundamental Certificate of Completion Requirements

One of:
  ENGQ 0064 Basic Writing Skills 2 3 credits
  ENGQ 0065 Basic Reading Skills 2 3 credits
Plus:
  MATQ 0006 Adult Literacy Fundamental Mathematics Level 6 no credits

Other Information

Sponsorship/Funding

Courses in the programs listed above are tuition free to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents. Some sponsorships are available from Human Resources Development Canada to cover other fees. In addition, students may apply to the ABE Student Assistance Program (ABESAP) for funds to help cover some general expenses.  Please contact the ACA Educational Advisor at 604-599-2063 for further information.

Credential Awarded

Upon successful completion of the Adult Basic Education option, students are eligible to receive a Certificate of Completion in Adult Basic Education.

Last Updated: Jun 4, 2014

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