Academic and Career Entrance

Prepare for college at college.

  • Courses offered in English, math, biology, chemistry and computer skills
  • Free 1-on-1 appointments with Advisor for guidance
  • Program can be started in any month of the year

Program Availability and Schedule

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Program Summary

Credential

College Certificate (24 Weeks)

Program Delivery

Program Code

Area of Interest

Community and Social Services

School

Academic Access Centre

Campus

Ottawa

Other Campuses

Other Delivery Options

Prepare for college programs and/or employment by taking Academic Upgrading courses. Study only the courses you need to meet the admission requirements for your college program of choice, or earn the Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate. The ACE certificate is recognized across Ontario as a Grade 12 equivalency for admission to college and by many employers as meeting their minimum employment standard.

Delivered as a continuous intake program, you can start in any month of the year. Full and part-time study options as well as a choice of timetables are offered. Placement tests determine which English and/or mathematics course you start in. Based on your results and preferences, your Orientation team works with you to develop a personal learning plan. The time it takes you to complete your plan depends on which course(s) you start in, which course(s) you need to reach your academic or employment goals and your own rate of progress....(read more)

Overview

Prepare for college at college.

Prepare for college programs and/or employment by taking Academic Upgrading courses. Study only the courses you need to meet the admission requirements for your college program of choice, or earn the Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate. The ACE certificate is recognized across Ontario as a Grade 12 equivalency for admission to college and by many employers as meeting their minimum employment standard.

Delivered as a continuous intake program, you can start in any month of the year. Full and part-time study options as well as a choice of timetables are offered. Placement tests determine which English and/or mathematics course you start in. Based on your results and preferences, your Orientation team works with you to develop a personal learning plan. The time it takes you to complete your plan depends on which course(s) you start in, which course(s) you need to reach your academic or employment goals and your own rate of progress.

To obtain the ACE Certificate you must complete ENL5958 College Preparation Communication or ENL0076 Communications: Preparation for Degree Programs, and MAT5951 Intermediate Mathematics, plus two electives with departmental approval.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for you if:
  • You are ready to set goals for the future.
  • You are willing to work and show progress.
  • You are prepared to attend regularly, whether in person or in a remote setting.
  • You are able to work independently.

Courses

Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.

Careers & Pathways

Pathways

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Tuition & Fees

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2024/2025 Academic Year

Tuition and related ancillary fees for this program can be viewed by using the Tuition and Fees Estimator tool at www.algonquincollege.com/fee-estimator.

Further information on fees can be found by visiting the Registrar`s Office website at www.algonquincollege.com/ro.

Fees are subject to change.

  • Tuition is free for Ontario residents who qualify for financial assistance under the Institution-Funded Special Bursary or Literacy and Basic Skills programs. Financial assistance may also be available for travel and/or childcare costs.
  • Students will have access to course materials at no cost.
  • Please note that the fees are subject to change.

Admissions Requirements

All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.

College Eligibility

  • 19 years of age or older.

Program Eligibility

  • An initial English reading assessment will determine if you are eligible for the Academic Upgrading program.

Additional Information

Program Resources

The Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate is offered by Algonquin College at the Woodroffe and Pembroke campuses, as well as at the John Howard Society in downtown Ottawa (ACElinks). While the learning outcomes for the Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate courses at all locations are standardized, elective courses vary between campuses.

Academic Upgrading courses are offered in both remote and in-person classroom settings up to 30 students. The courses have set curriculum, and you are expected to meet the learning outcomes within given timelines. In light of this, Academic Upgrading is not recommended if you required a significantly modified or adaptive learning program in high school.

Algonquin College participates in the Literacy Services Planning and Coordination process in Ottawa and Renfrew counties. As such, you may be referred or redirected to other literacy service delivery providers whose programs may better suit your needs.

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