Adult Graduation
A student must be 19 years of age or older to gain entry to the Adult Graduation Program; 18-year-olds may qualify if they have been out of school for at least one continuous year prior to enrolling and they have permission of the administrator. Age requirements indicate the minimum age a student may begin, not end, a program. Under no circumstances will a 17-year-old be allowed to enter the Adult Graduation Program.
To complete the Adult Graduation program, a student must earn 20 credits in the secondary system or complete five courses in the post-secondary system. Courses and credits can be counted from the BC School System and/or the College ABE Program.
Prior Learning Assessment
A student must complete a minimum of three courses after enrolling in the Adult Graduation Program. Part of the 20 credits required can be granted through the Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) process. PLA enables students to gain recognition and credit for what they already know and can do. Assessment may be based on a portfolio of evidence, projects and assignments, program evaluations, demonstration, oral questioning and/or course exam challenges. One of the first requirements for enrollment in the Adult Graduation Program is for the student to submit a resume of their learning and work experience. The resume is used in the PLA process to determine if the student's experiences are equivalent to those offered in Ministry-Authorized Courses.
If you would like more information about Adult Graduation and/or student placement in this program, please visit
BC Adult Graduation Program - Questions and Answers
Adult Graduation - Edibility
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