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What's the difference between a program and a course?


Programs:

Courses (also called "classes"):

At CNC, you can take as many or as few courses as you like. Eventually, you may approach completion of a program. You’re in charge -- do it at your own pace, on your terms!


What do all those credentials mean?

The type of credential you'll receive -- for example, degree, diploma, or certificate -- is usually determined by how long the program takes to complete.

  1. Associate Degrees are awarded in recognition of the completion of two full years (60 credits) of university credit course work. For specific course requirements, please see the college calendar. Requirements for Associate Degrees are governed by provincial legislation.

  2. Diplomas are awarded for programs which generally require the equivalent of two years of full-time study and are approved by the Ministry of Advanced Education.

  3. Advanced Diplomas are awarded for programs which generally include one year of full time study after the completion of either a two-year diploma, or at least two years of full-time study in appropriate coursework. Advanced diplomas are ministry-approved.

  4. Adult Graduation Diplomas are equivalent to high school graduation credentials. For specific course requirements, please see the college calendar. Requirements for Adult Graduation Diplomas are also governed by provincial legislation.

  5. Certificates are awarded for the completion of full-time programs which are generally four months to one year long (or equivalent.)

  6. Foundation-level trades programs are pre-apprenticeship programs that give students the basic knowledge and skills for entry into a trade. They usually link to one or more apprenticeship programs, and may provide credit towards apprenticeship training.
  7. Citations are awarded for programs which last between six hours and five months. Citations include student evaluations, and, where appropriate in partnership arrangements, an identification of the partner.

  8. Letters of Successful Completion may be granted for educational pursuits which have not been reviewed by CNC's Education Council. The minimum period of studies is 6 hours and students will be formally evaluated.

  9. Awards of Participation maybe granted for educational pursuits which have not been reviewed by CNC's Education Council. There is no minimum length of studies established, and students aren't formally evaluated.
University Transfer / University Credit -- what does that mean?

Both mean the same thing -- university-level courses that you can take at college. You can take up to 2 years (60 credits) of university-level courses at CNC -- in smaller classes and for significantly less cost.

Will your CNC courses transfer to university? It depends on the university, but the answer's usually "yes."


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