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Academic and Career Entrance

Academic and Career Entrance

The Alternative Learning Lab

Program Code: TALL Campus: Markham, Yorkgate, Newmarket
Duration: Flexible Learning Start Dates: Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
Continuous Intake
Credential Awarded:

Program Description

The Alternative Learning Lab (TALL) is an academic upgrading and computer applications training program offered on a continuous intake basis throughout the year. Through the latest technology, in combination with classroom teaching and other alternate delivery modes, students are able to schedule their own time and individualize their learning options. Students, in consultation with the program advisor or co-ordinator, customize their learning programs to suit their individual needs as identified in the initial assessment.

Academic subjects offered include English, Mathematics, Science, and Communications and Self-Management. Students who elect to complete a minimum of four advanced level (grade 12 level) subjects (including academic and specified computer training modules) may qualify for the Ontario Academic and Career Entrance (A.C.E.) Certificate.

Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility:

  • Applicants must be 19 years of age or older

Applicant Selection:

  • Academic assessments are required to evaluate the student's English and Mathematics levels. These assessments are held on a continual basis.
  • All applicants are required to attend a personal interview with the program staff prior to admission to the program.

Career / Educational Opportunities

Upon completion of selected training modules/ subjects, students may be eligible for the Academic Career Entrance (ACE) certificate or entry into the workplace, full-time/part-time post-secondary college programs or skills training programs. Admission to such programs is subject to published admission requirements and selection procedures.

Curriculum

Computer Applications Module:

Select from the following subjects:

Subject Subject Name
MCA013 Micro Keyboarding
MCA014 Introduction to Windows
MCA015 Introduction to Outlook
MCA038 MS-Publisher
MCA039 Microsoft PowerPoint
MCA043 MS PowerPoint Intermediate
MCA044 MS PowerPoint Advanced
MCA055 Microsoft Access I
MCA056 Microsoft Access II
MCA057 MS Access III
MCA080 Word for Windows I
MCA081 Word for Windows II
MCA082 Word for Windows III
MCA090 Excel for Windows I
MCA091 Excel for Windows II
MCA092 Excel for Windows III
MCA096 Web Page Design
MCA097 Introduction to QuickBooks
MCA098 Advanced QuickBooks
MSO191 Introduction to Outlook

 

Academic Module:

Select from the following subjects:

Subject Subject Name
BIO093 Principles of Human Biology
BNM091 Business Mathematics
CHM093 Applied Chemistry
CSM090 Communication and Self Management
EAC149 English and Communications
MTH070 Mathematics
MTH080 Mathematics
MTH091 Mathematics
MTH092 Mathematics
MTH099 Apprenticeship Mathematics
PHY091 Physics

Contact Us

YorkGate Campus: Telephone: (416) 491-5050, ext. 4753
Newmarket Campus: Telephone: (905) 773-7141, ext. 230
Markham Campus: Telephone: (416) 491-5050, ext. 7277

Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology