Faculty of Academic and Career Advancement Programs
The mission of the Faculty of Academic and Career Advancement is to support you in becoming the most successful student you can be. We understand that options create opportunities; therefore, we provide many different ways to ease you into your university education or career goals. Our experienced faculty members are here to help you succeed by putting your needs at the heart of our student-centered curriculum. Check us out—you'll be inspired by the options we have available for you!
Access Programs for People with Disabilities: Certificate of Completion
Kwantlen offers job preparation, vocational skills training and work exploration programs for adults with disabilities.
| Designation Earned | Length | Type (Full or Part Time) | Start Date(s) | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Completion | 10 Months | Full | Varies | Richmond Surrey Langley |
| Entry Requirements | ||||
| Adults (18+) with a defined disability; Interview; APPD application package. | ||||
Adult Basic Education: Certificate of Completion
Upgrade specific skills and knowledge in English (reading, writing, spelling), math and science. Prepare to write the General Education Development (GED) high school equivalency test, and other specific program entry tests. Adult basic education (ABE) courses are tuition-free. Students at the ABE provincial-level may take undergraduate-level courses concurrently.
| Designation Earned | Length | Type (Full or Part Time) | Start Date(s) | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BC Adult Graduation Diploma (Adult Dogwood) Adult Graduation Diploma |
Varies | Full Part Flexible |
Sept Jan May and weekly intake options |
Richmond Surrey Cloverdale Langley |
| Entry Requirements | ||||
| Course prerequisites vary. For continuous intake courses an assessment is required. | ||||
BA Qualifying Year: Statement of Completion
This program helps students upgrade math and English skills to meet the entrance requirements of Kwantlen's BA programs. Students receive guaranteed admission into the program after completing the BA Qualifying Year within two semesters and achieving the required grade level in English, math and FYLC 1100.
| Designation Earned | Length | Type (Full or Part Time) | Start Date(s) | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statement of Completion | 2 Semesters | Full Part Flexible |
Sept | Surrey |
| Entry Requirements | ||||
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English 12 with C grade or better or placement by Kwantlen's English placement test (EPT) or ACP English assessments; Principles of Math 11–C or better or ACP math assessment | ||||
Career Choices and Life Success: Citation
Women identify and reach their career and life direction in this program. Learn to set attainable career and life goals assisted by vocational assessments, information research, networking and hands-on work experience. Graduate from the program with a personalized career portfolio and solid action plan.
| Designation Earned | Length | Type (Full or Part Time) | Start Date(s) | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation | 16 Weeks | Full Part |
Sept | Langley |
| Entry Requirements | ||||
| General University admission requirements apply. Information session; Interview. | ||||
Counselling
Students will develop a foundation in counselling theory and practice. They will take courses that will provide necessary prerequisites for graduate studies in Counselling and will develop the abilities and insights required for working in careers that involve high levels of interpersonal interaction (e.g., social work, probation, policing, teaching, health care, business).
| Designation Earned | Start Date(s) | Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts, Minor in Counselling | Sept Jan |
Richmond Surrey |
| Entry Requirements | ||
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1st yr: English 12–B; Principles of Math 11–C or Applications of Math 12–C. Second Language to a grade 11 level to Enter third year. 3rd yr: Second Language to a grade 11 level or Equivalant, 60 Post-Secondary credits, and other requirements apply. | ||
Education
An array of courses designed for students considering the teaching profession (elementary, high school, post-secondary) and for students who want to pursue careers that involve a considerable amount of teaching as part of their duties (e.g., counselling, health care, business).
| Designation Earned | Start Date(s) | Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts credits in Bachelors of Arts, General Studies and Business | Sept Jan |
Richmond Surrey |
| Entry Requirements | ||
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1st yr: English 12–B; Principles of Math 11–C or Applications of Math 12–C. Second Language to a grade 11 level to Enter third year. 3rd yr: Second Language to a grade 11 level or Equivalant, 60 Post-Secondary credits, and other requirements apply. | ||
Educational Transition Courses
First and final year transition courses. First year courses enable students to develop abilities necessary for success in the university environment while learning about the history and purpose of university and exploring issues relevant to being a university student today (e.g., stress, time management, corporatization of universities, value of a degree). Final year course involves reflecting on the value of your education and learning to market your developed skills and abilities to potential employers and graduate schools.
| Designation Earned | Start Date(s) | Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts credits in Bachelors of Arts, General Studies and Business | Sept Jan |
Richmond Surrey |
| Entry Requirements | ||
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Open to all Kwantlen students | ||
English Language Proficiency: Diploma
This program provides academic preparation at four levels for ESL students who intend to enrol in university programs or courses, or to prepare for future employment.
| Designation Earned | Length | Type (Full or Part Time) | Start Date(s) | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma | Varies | Full Part |
Sept Jan May |
Richmond Surrey |
| Entry Requirements | ||||
| Appropriate placement via: Accuplacer; KIST; TOEFL testing. | ||||
Family Childcare: Statement of Completion
This part-time program prepares you to work effectively with young children and to set up a childcare business within a home environment.
| Designation Earned | Length | Type (Full or Part Time) | Start Date(s) | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statement of Completion | 1 Year | Part | Sept | Surrey |
| Entry Requirements | ||||
| Kwantlen admission requirements apply. Applicants must have a personal interview with the program coordinator, achieve successful completion of the orientation and successful completion of a criminal record check. | ||||
Good Beginnings: Statement of Completion
Acquire the basic skills and knowledge to provide children with a nurturing, quality, safe, healthy and stimulating environment.
| Designation Earned | Length | Type (Full or Part Time) | Start Date(s) | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statement of Completion | 30 Hours | Part | Sept | Surrey |
| Entry Requirements | ||||
| Kwantlen admission requirements apply. Applicants must have a personal interview with the program coordinator. | ||||
University Qualifying Studies
Prepare for entrance requirements into university degree programs. Obtain a minimum grade of C in English 12 to meet the English proficiency requirement for university-level programs. Upgrade specific skills and knowledge in English, math and science.
| Designation Earned | Length | Type (Full or Part Time) | Start Date(s) | Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | N/A | Full Part Flexible |
Sept Jan May |
Richmond Surrey Cloverdale Langley |
| Entry Requirements | ||||
| Course prerequisites vary. | ||||
