Academic Upgrading News Archive

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Which Academic Upgrading Courses Open Doors to Health, Trades, and Tech Programs?

Which Academic Upgrading Courses Open Doors to Health, Trades, and Tech Programs? Map ACE courses to your college goals Think you can’t go to college...

How Essential Skills Training Prepares You for Durham Region Jobs. 3 Industries Hiring in Durham Right Now

Looking for work now and not sure what skills local employers want? Durham College’s Essential Skills training is built around the jobs actively hiring in...

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Step-by-Step: How to Apply to Academic Upgrading at Durham College

Durham College’s Academic Upgrading program helps mature learners build the academic skills and specific equivalency courses you need to meet admission requirements for college or...

Do I Need Grade 12 for College? How Academic Upgrading Fills the Gaps

Thinking about college but missing a course from high school (or a few)? You’re not alone. Many adults come back to school after a break,...

Missing High School Credits? Here's How Academic Upgrading Can Help You Qualify for College

Looking to start college but don’t have the required Grade 12 credits? You’re not alone. Every year, thousands of adults in Ontario face this exact...

Free Grade 12 Equivalent Courses | Top 5 Reasons to Choose Durham College

Still need Grade 12 credits to qualify for college or an apprenticeship? You’re not alone. Many adult learners find themselves needing those final high school...

Essential Math Skills You Need to Navigate Work and Life Successfully

Are you constantly reaching for your phone calculator for simple math problems? You’re not alone. Basic math skills form the foundation of countless everyday decisions,...

Employment Preparation: 4 Steps To Workplace Success

Getting ready for a new job doesn’t have to be overwhelming. At Durham College, we’ve broken down the process into four simple steps that will...

6 Essential Tips For Adult Learners - Managing Time as an Adult

How can I manage my time effectively while working full time and going to school? We get asked this question a lot from adult learners...

Comparing Academic And Career Entrance (ACE) Programs In Ontario

Finding The Right Academic Upgrading Program For You Want to finish your Grade 12 or get ready for college? Ontario’s Academic and Career Entrance (ACE)...