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Upgrading and College Prep

If you don’t have the admission requirements for the program or courses you’re interested in right now, don’t worry. We can help you get there.

Let us guide you

Student Navigators are available to answer your questions weekdays from 8am-4pmon both campuses.

Email: upgrade@camosun.ca

Why upgrade with us?

ٸֱffers flexible learning to fit your schedule. Take one course or complete all the courses needed for a certificate.

  • Upgrading is tuition-free for domestic students. The Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG) will cover the cost of textbooks,student fees and registration fees for eligible students*
  • Courses and programs are offered on both campuses year-round
  • Small class sizes mean you get the attention and support you need

Find an upgrading program that is right for you

Upgrading & college preparatory programsDescription

Academic Upgrading, Certificate - length varies

  • Foundations of Academic Upgrading, Certificate
  • Intermediate Academic Upgrading, Certificate
  • Upgrade to the Grade 10 level
  • Earn prerequisites for your next program
  • Take individual courses or complete the certificate
  • Individual courses are also available for prerequisites
  • For adult learners who want to take courses in order to complete high school and obtain their adult high school diploma
College Prep- courses only

Indigenous College Prep, Certificate

8 months

  • Held in local First Nations communities
  • Prepares Indigenous students for entrance into college-level courses and programs
  • Take courses including Intermediate math (Grade 10)
  • UCEP (University College Entrance Preparation) fundable by bands
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