Academic Upgrading

What to expect from the program

Academic Upgrading is course-based. The variety of delivery methods and times provides you with the most flexibility. Choose the delivery method that suits your learning style and availability.

• In-person: In the Fall and Winter terms, on-campus classes are 90 minutes and occur four days per week.  Each Wednesday is a flexible online-learning day, meaning up to 20% of your coursework will be completed online.   

• Online real-time: In the Fall and Winter terms, online-only classes are 90 minutes and occur four days per week.  Each Wednesday is a flexible online-learning day.  Students in the Wetaskiwin area can receive support and access computers at the Wetaskiwin campus as needed.

• Hyflex: In the Spring term, classes are three hours and occur five days per week. You may attend in-person or online.

• Online anytime: Work on your course when it is convenient for you and have up to 20 weeks to complete it. For more information about this delivery method, watch a video about online anytime courses.  

After applying, you may meet with a readiness advisor to help your registration with academic advice or placement testing.

Career opportunities

Academic Upgrading increases your work and educational opportunities. Academic Upgrading courses will help you meet the specific academic entrance requirements for certificate, diploma, and degree programs at post-secondary institutions.