Adult High School Credit Information
Registrations are open for all programs Including Summer School 2024
If you would like to register for a course, see below our electronic Course Registration Form. Or you could email us at [email protected] or call 519-675-4436 and leave a message. Someone will get back to you. Your future begins immediately.
Adult Credit program leading to your High School Diploma (OSSD)
Our courses offer a focus in English, Mathematics, Science and Social Sciences, with a variety of instructional styles, including blended learning, teacher assisted, self-study and more. Please see below for more information about registration and course options.
Important Dates for the 2023/2024 School Year
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Adult High School Credit Modules |
Dates |
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Module A |
September 11 – November 13 |
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Module B |
November 14 – January 29 |
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Module C |
January 30 – April 12 |
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Module D |
April 15 – June 14 |
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Program |
Dates |
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Open Learning Environment |
September 5 – June 27 |
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Co-op Courses |
September 11 – June 27 |
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Correspondence Courses |
September 5 – July 25 |
Registration Information Including Summer School 2024
How to Register for Adult Credit at St. Patrick Adult & Continuing Education
We provide expertise in planning to help you earn your High School Diploma, develop new skills for the workplace and prepare for post-secondary pathways that require high school credits.
NEW: The registration form is now available online in a user-friendly and streamlined format.
Step 1: Create your Online Enrollment Account
- If you do not have an account, you will need to create one. Click on "Create Account" to get started.
- If you have an account, enter your email address and password to login and begin a new registration form submission.
- Can't remember the password for your account? Click on "Forgot Password?" and follow the steps to access your account.
Step 2: Complete the Online Registration Form and Submit supporting documents
Prepare the following documents to accompany your online registration submission. All documents must be originals and in English (or certified translation).
- Upload a copy of your Birth Certificate or Passport directly to the form. Note: driver's license, health card, phone/retail bill are not accepted.
- Upload a copy of your proof of immigration status for non-Canadian born students directly to the form.
- Additional Citizenship or other supporting documents, if applicable
- Upload a copy of your transcript/credit summary sheet from previous school.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Please complete all required areas on the registration form. If there is any missing information, the form will prompt you to complete these before you can submit your form.
- Under Verification , be sure to either choose New Student as new to the Board (Catholic School Board), or Transfer Student as Past you attended the Catholic Board before.
- Under Program Selection, be sure to select Adult Education before proceeding to complete the rest of your registration information on the form.
- When adding your Contacts, these are the people who the school will contact in the event of an emergency, you can add up to three Contacts.
- After submitting, ENSURE TO CLICK SAVE AND SIGN OUT.
After your registration form is received, you will be contacted by our Guidance Team.
Tracey deRond
Lauren Haines-Long
Please have an original transcript from your previous school(s) ready, we can support you if you are having trouble getting a copy.
A $50.00 refundable textbook deposit payable via SchoolCash Online or an education referral and book deposit letter from Ontario Works will also be needed.
If you require assistance, contact the school at 519-675-4436 or [email protected] and someone will get back to you.
Course Options
Summer School 2024 Course Option:
Please visit the Summer School tab at the top of this page for course selection.
Dual Credit
St. Patrick is partnering again with Fanshawe College to offer Adult Dual Credits in the 2023-24 school year. This is a wonderful opportunity to earn both a high school credit as well as a College credit.
If you are registered at St. Patrick's, over 21 years of age, and within your last 4 credits to graduate, you are eligible for the Adult Dual Credit.
If you would like more details, please contact your St. Patrick Guidance counsellors:
Tracey deRond - [email protected]
Lauren Haines-Long - [email protected]
Credits While You Work Program
The Credits While You Work Co-op Program lets adults who are employed and cannot attend day school, the chance to gain high school credits toward their Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) while being paid for work.
How the program works
How the program works
- For every 110 hours on the job you gain one credit
- Credits are earned by meeting the requirements/expectations of the job
- Interested candidates must be at least 18 years of age, not in highschool, enrolled in St. Patrick, and already employed in a paid position for at least three weeks.
- Candidates who are accepted in the program must meet with the co-operative education teacher at least once (can be physical meeting, virtual meeting, or some other form of communication).
- Candidates must have two forms signed by multiple parties to start the program (if eligible): The Work Education Agreement Form and the Employer Agreement Form.
- Students will be given a welcome/introductory package that includes things such as an hour tracking sheet, reflection forms, etc., to help them in completing these credits.
- As soon as these forms are signed, hours of paid work can start to count toward credit(s)
- In the Credits While You Work program, students must complete and submit some assignments for learning/grading purposes.
Teacher Led Learning - In-Person
Details
- This option is best for students who like to be with a teacher, Monday to Friday.
- Specific start dates: September 11, November 14, January 30, April 15
- Offered both part time/full time during the day
- Regular attendance is strongly encouraged.
- Lessons are posted online, in order for you to keep up with the work while at home. You can also shift to fully online correspondence class if something happens that requires you to miss too many classes.
Courses Offered will be decided upon enrolment numbers
Teacher Assisted Guidance Courses
Students may enroll after they have completed an intake meeting with one of our Guidance Counsellors.
Details:
- Best for student needing Grade 9/10 compulsory credits or refreshing their core subject skills.
- This option is best for students who can work on their own but need some teaching assistance.
- Offered both part time/full time during the day (1 or 2 credits).
- Students can start the program anytime.
- Attendance is not mandatory; however, students who participate regularly are more likely to complete a course in a timely basis.
- Can accommodate students who work from home.
Courses Offered
Grade 9 / 10 PLAR ( Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition)
Fast track through missing grade 9 and 10 compulsory credits by completing PLAR for mature student assessments. As part of this process, you are required to take one of the Grade 11/12 courses below (Workplace Level).
The following courses are also available for students whose primary focus is to earn their OSSD.
Continuous Entry - Teacher Assisted/Online Correspondence Learning
These courses are offered online with the option of meeting with a teacher one evening a week for support.
Details
- These courses are ideal for students who work full-time or need specific courses to upgrade for College, or who want to complete their high school diploma at their own pace.
- This option is best for students who can work on their own but occasionally need teaching assistance.
- All content is online and teacher assistance is available one evening per week.
- Students can start the program anytime.
Tuesday Evening Virtually Assisted Online Correspondence Courses
Continuous entry
Tuesdays, 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Details
- Work at your own pace
- Teacher support available
Details
- Work at your own pace
- Teacher support available
Self-Study - Online Correspondence Courses
Continuous entry
For more information, please schedule a meeting with a Guidance Counsellor.
Details
- Work at your own pace
- Teacher support available
Courses Offered
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Will my life, work, college and/or university experiences count towards earning credits?
Yes! The School offers PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition) for mature students, where a Guidance Counsellor will review your transcript, and discuss your goals to determine how many credits can be granted.
Are there classes available for someone who works?
Yes there are! St. Patrick Adult & Continuing Education strives to meet the needs of adults in our community with several instructional styles, teacher assisted online. Please see above for a full list of course options.
Adult paid Co-op available -- Ask a Guidance Counsellor for details.
I am an English Language Learner, how do I get started in credit?
Before beginning any credit classes, you will need to have a CLARS English Language Assessment or have earned English as a Second Language credits offered at a School Board. Adult ESL students must have reached a minimum CLB of 7 in all 4 skills or take the bridge to Credit program. Credit courses have very high levels of reading and writing components and students entering with lower levels are not generally successful.
Will my courses be affected should the school close due to COVID19?
All courses are delivered through the D2L Learning platform therefore should there be a need to pivot to on-line learning, your learning can continue.