Students can choose from the following options:

• General Arts and Science - College Preparatory Pathway to obtain a one-year Northern College Certificate of Achievement
• General Arts and Science - College Exploration and University Transfer Pathway to obtain a one-year Ministry of Training, Colleges and University Certificate
• General Arts and Science to obtain a two-year Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Diploma.

This program is a flexible program that provides students with access to a wide variety of postsecondary options. While exploring different areas of study such as community services, business, health sciences, and technology and working toward a college certificate or diploma, students earn credits that may be transferred to other college programs or university. The program focuses on developing enhanced skills in communication, critical thinking and computer literacy to build a solid foundation for future studies and career success.

This program offers students the opportunity to:

• design a program of study that upgrades their qualifications for other university and college programs;
• obtain a general postsecondary education before deciding on a career path;
• personalize a program of study based on their goals and interests;
• earn credits that can be transferred to a variety of program areas at college or university;
• attend college even if they have been unable to gain entry into the program of their choice due to limited enrolment.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, you will be able to:

1. develop communication skills to a level required by business and industry
2. use critical thinking and problem-solving techniques
3. develop a general knowledge of a variety of subjects that will contribute to developing insights into self and society
4. function successfully in a postsecondary educational environment
5. transfer the credits gained in approved courses towards a baccalaureate (B.A./B.Sc) at selected universities or to other college programs

Employment Opportunities

Upon graduation, students may find employment in all occupations requiring a general education or with firms/agencies that provide their own training. A wide variety of entry-level positions exist in all economic sectors, such as business, finance, retail and sales, hospitality, arts, culture, recreation and sports. Many graduates of this program continue their studies in other college or university programs.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
Grade 12 English (C, U)
Grade 10 Math (MFM2P or equivalent)

Or equivalent.

Or mature student status (an applicant who does not have a high school diploma or equivalent, and will have reached the age of 19 years on or before the start of the program). Mature students must undergo academic testing prior to admission into a program. Call the Admissions Office at 705-235-7222 for more details.

Note: Academic prerequisites for this program may be obtained free of charge through Academic Upgrading. Refer to the Postsecondary Preparation section in this calendar for more details.

College Preparatory Pathway (2 semesters)

Program of Studies

Semester 1
College Preparatory Pathway
AA1053 Life Management I
CM1006 Communication Fundamentals I
GN1043 College Orientation
IN1013 Computer Applications I
MA1053 Mathematics Fundamentals I
CM1903 Communications I - Model A
IN1093 Computer Applications for Business and Technology
any 3 post-secondary courses

Semester 2
College Preparatory Pathway
CM1803 Pre-Technology Communications I OR
CM1903 Communications I - Model A
EL1003 Elective I
MA1803 Pre-Technology Mathematics I
or
MA2053 Mathematics Fundamentals II
NA1213 Health Awareness
NA2053 Canadian Government
CM2903 Communications II - Model A
IN2313 Sofware Applications II
any 3 post-secondary courses

Semesters 3 & 4

Diploma Program (4 semesters)
Twenty courses at a post-secondary level are required for a two-year Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities diploma. Students who choose the Diploma option of the General Arts and Science program will select courses they wish to study. In order to achieve a diploma, students must complete three communications courses at the post-secondary level and at least two computer courses. They must enroll in Communications I and Communications II in Year One.

Contact Information
For more information please contact the Program Coordinator at gas@northern.on.ca or by phone: 705-235-3211 x2519.