Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I sign up for a CE course?
- How do I apply to College?
- What is the deadline for applying to College?
- What can I do with a diploma in _________________?
- What are the admission requirements for the ______________ program?
- What if I don’t have C or U English or C or U Math?
- What is the difference between a diploma and a degree?
- I’m employed but am considering a career change. I have no idea what I want to do next.
- What is an articulation agreement?
- My ultimate goal is to teach kindergarten, can I get there starting with an ECE diploma?
- What are my career options after I finish the Human Services Foundation program?
- What are my career options after I finish the Business Foundations program?
- How do I become a millwright?
- Is Police Foundations the same as Law and Security?
- What is the difference between Pre-Health Sciences and GAS Health Option?
- I’m a Business Foundations student and I want to transfer to GAS in January. Can I do this?
- I’m finishing Business Foundations and I want to transfer into Marketing in January, can I do this?
- I’m in GAS 1 year and want to switch to GAS diploma 2 year. Can I do this?
- This is my first semester and I’m in Business Foundations, but I want to be in General Business, can I switch?
- I’ve taken courses in the past at Conestoga College. Can you look up my file and tell me how many credits I can get towards a diploma?
- I want to take the ___________course listed in your CE catalogue, but I want to do it online. How can I do this?
- What are the employment prospects for the _________ program?
- How do I sign up for a CE course?
You can register online, in person (drop off), through the mail or by fax. Check out the Continuing Education catalogue.
- How do I apply to College?
Through Ontario College Application Service.
- What is the deadline for applying to College?
The deadline for applying to College for equal consideration for September intake is February 2.
- What can I do with a diploma in _________________?
Great resource: What Can I Do With a Major In?
- What are the admission requirements for the ______________ program?
Check the information page for the particular program. Here you will see program information, admission requirements and procedures.
- What if I don’t have C or U English or C or U Math?
If Admissions requires 4C or U English or 4C or U Math for college, prospective students can take these through Academic Upgrading at the college
If Admissions requires 4U English or 4U Math for university, students can take them online through Independent Learning Centre.
- What is the difference between a diploma and a degree?
A degree is a credential awarded by a university in recognition of a learner's completion of a prescribed program of study according to a specified standard of performance.
A diploma is a credential awarded by an accredited institution, (in Ontario, a college of applied arts and technology or CAAT), in recognition of a learner's completion of a prescribed program of study according to performance standards approved by the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities.
An applied degree is an undergraduate degree (baccalaureate) offered by colleges or universities normally requiring four years (8 semesters) of full-time study. Applied degrees include a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical learning and emphasize the practical applications of knowledge and skill. They normally include a work term in the field of study.
- I’m employed but am considering a career change.
I have no idea what I want to do next.You can sign up for the next “Introduction to Career Planning” workshop: contact Karen at 519-748-5220 ext 2389.
Check out career assessment websites to determine skills, abilities, interests and values:
Career Cruising user: conestoga, pw: doon
Follow that with Labour Market Information to determine sustainability.
- What is an articulation agreement?
“Articulation” is a term used to describe a process that assists a student’s transition from one educational institution to another or from one level of education to the next with minimum duplication of coursework. Articulation agreements between Conestoga College and other post-secondary institutions are designed to allow our students to study at another institution with advanced standing, usually in the pursuit of a degree or other academic credential.
- My ultimate goal is to teach kindergarten, can I get there starting with an ECE diploma?
Yes. In order to become an elementary or secondary teacher in Ontario, you must obtain a 4 year Bachelors degree plus a Bachelor of Education.
Conestoga College has articulation agreements with the University of Guelph, Ryerson and Nippissing offering advanced standing to graduates of the 2 year ECE diploma to complete their Bachelors degree.
Here’s the most up-to-date information on agreements and advanced standing.
- What are my career options after I finish the Human Services Foundation program?
There are multiple paths: Social Service, Youth Worker, Corrections Worker, ECE etc. To find more related occupations check out Career Cruising ID: conestoga, PW: doon.
- What are my career options after I finish the Business Foundations program?
There are multiple paths: any Business Admin program at Conestoga. To find more related occupations check out Career Cruising ID conestoga, PW doon. NOTE: If a student is successful in their first semester with over 75% average, they can apply for advanced standing into level 2 General Business in January.
- How do I become a millwright?
Skilled workers (journeypersons) are in high demand in a broad range of occupations and make an important contribution to Canada's economic growth. If you are interested in becoming a journeyperson you must first complete an apprenticeship. An apprenticeship is an agreement between an individual who wants to learn a skill and an employer who needs a skilled worker. It is a combination of in-school training and on-the-job experience. An apprenticeship can last 2-5 years, depending on the program. As an apprentice, about 90% of your time is spent learning practical skills on the job, while supervised by a qualified journeyperson. The rest is spent learning theoretical and technical aspects of your trade. For information on apprenticeships.
- Is Police Foundations the same as Law and Security?
Police Foundations and Law and Security share the same first year. They branch off for their second year, specializing in each discipline.
For information on Law and Security
For information on Police Foundations
- What is the difference between Pre-Health Sciences and GAS Health Option?
Pre-Health Sciences is a 2 semester program that is designed for students who want to pursue a degree, such as BScN or Health Informatics or an advanced diploma such as Respiratory Therapy. GAS Health Option is a one semester program that is designed for students who want to pursue health-related diplomas such as practical nursing and paramedic.
For more information on Pre-Health Sciences
For more information on GAS Health Option
- I’m a Business Foundations student and I want to transfer to GAS in January. Can I do this?
Yes. In terms of a transfer, a student applies at Admissions for advanced standing. The program coordinator receives a turnaround form, and can grant advanced standing.
- I’m finishing Business Foundations and I want to transfer into Marketing in January, can I do this?
Yes. A student can apply at Admissions for advanced standing into Level 2 Marketing in January. The coordinator will receive a turnaround form, and can grant advanced standing.
- I’m in GAS 1 year and want to switch to GAS diploma 2 year. Can I do this?
Yes, the student applies at Admissions for advanced standing into GAS diploma. The coordinator receives a turnaround form and can grant advanced standing.
- This is my first semester and I’m in Business Foundations, but I want to be in General Business, can I switch?
Yes. If the student completes his/her first semester with a 75% or above, they can apply at Admissions for advanced standing into level 2 General Business for January. The coordinator will receive a turnaround form, and can grant advanced standing. If they don’t have over 75%, then they will not be granted admission and cannot switch at that time.
- I’ve taken courses in the past at Conestoga College. Can you look up my file and tell me how many credits I can get towards a diploma?
You will need to contact Student Records at 519-748-5220, ext. 3376.
- I want to take the ______________ course listed in your CE catalogue, but I want to do it online. How can I do this?
Check with Ontario Learn for online course availability
- What are the employment prospects for the __________ program?
You can check out the Grad Employment Report