Note: Applicants are required to submit documentation for the requirements listed below. The first two should be sent to the Office of the Registrar; typing certification and criminal record check should be sent to Continuing Education.
Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
Applicants must meet the Entry-level English language proficiency requirement. For details on how this requirement may be met, see the English language proficiency requirement section of the calendar.
Note:
English 12 equivalent courses include English 12 First Peoples, English Literature 12, AP English, and IB English A (standard level or higher level).
30 net wpm minimum typing speed (attach copy of
certification).
Successful interview with instructor.
Willingness to undergo a criminal record check.
Note 1: It is assumed that applicants will possess basic computer skills.
Note 2: A typing speed of 40 net wpm is required for graduation from this program.
When to apply
Applications are accepted on a continuous basis throughout the year. Qualified applicants are considered for the next intake in which there is space. See Continuous application process for more information.
Applicants who meet the entrance requirements will be admitted in order of their application date. This date is set when an application, all required documentation, and the application fee have been submitted.
Course schedule
This full-time program begins February of each year. The program is
held at the Clearbrook Centre. Classes are held Monday through Thursday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.
Student evaluation
Students will be evaluated on classroom participation,
classroom assignments, study projects, and by examination.
Students must successfully complete the theory
component with a grade average of 80% before being assigned a practicum
placement. Successful completion of both theory and practicum must be achieved to obtain the certificate.
Attendance policy
A 90% attendance record must be achieved to
successfully complete the course.
Financial aid is available from a variety of sources.
For more information contact the Financial Aid and Awards office at either the Abbotsford
or Chilliwack campus. A variety of bursary applications are also available from
the Financial Aid and Awards offices.
For more information
Contact Continuing Education at 604-851-6324, or 604-504-7441 local 6324, or toll-free (within Canada) 1-888-504-7441 local 6324, or continuingeducation@ufv.ca.
