Overview
Start Dates: New intakes every week
Students have the option of taking just the courses they need to enter college programs or completing the Grade 12 equivalency certificate for post-secondary, apprenticeship or employment in Ontario.
The Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate is recognized across Ontario as a Grade 12 equivalency certificate for admission to college or apprenticeship programs and is accepted by many employers as meeting their minimum employment standard. To earn the ACE certificate, students must complete:
- ACE Communications
- ACE Core Math
- and two (2) ACE-level course electives
Electives include advanced math, biology, chemistry, physics, computers (MS Office apps), and student success.
Qualified ACE-level students may have an opportunity to try a tuition-free college course while actively participating in the ACE Program.
Requirements & Program Information
- Applicants must be 18 years of age or older (some exceptions may apply).
- Applicants must be residents of the Algoma District of Ontario.
- Applicants must be fluent in English.
- Applicants must complete assessments to determine eligibility and course placement.
- Applicants must be ready to set goals for their future, commit time and effort to courses and homework, and show progress on a weekly basis.
- Applicants must be able to work independently and ask questions when needed.
Admission process
Once you’ve completed the initial intake process (via the Academic Upgrading Initial Intake Form or in-person), assessments may be required to determine placement in English and/or math as well as your readiness for learning and could include the following: reading, writing, grammar/punctuation, vocabulary, numeracy, digital technology skills, listening, and/or problem-solving.
Accommodated placement testing can be provided for those who qualify.
Based on placement results, students will enroll in ACE-level and/or pre-ACE courses needed to achieve their goals.
The Academic Upgrading Program participates in the Literacy Services Planning and Coordination process in the Algoma District. As such, applicants who do not meet our minimum placement testing requirements may be referred or redirected to other literacy service providers whose programs may be better suited to meet their needs.
Contact
Phone: 705-759-2554, ext. 2433
Email: academicupgrading@saultcollege.ca
Facebook: @academicupgradingsaultcollege.ca
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Office Location: A0020, Sault College, 443 Northern Ave, Sault Ste Marie
Next Steps - Click on the Apply Button at the top of the page, to complete the Academic Upgrading Initial Intake Form.