Please read over the information for new students on our New Student page. Eligible students must be at least sixteen years old on July 1, 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year, and are ordinarily resident in BC and living in BC for a settled purpose. Fill in the Intake Form, read and sign the Code of Conduct and provide a copy of ID showing your status in Canada (see Student Eligibility Guide). For more information, visit the new student page.

Yes:

• If you are new to the BC education system, you require an individual Student Learning Plan. These plans are reviewed, updated, and signed by the student every school year.
• If you are a student returning to Adult Education and wish to change or update your individual Student Learning Plan.
• If you are unsure whether you should follow the regular 2023 Graduation program or the Adult Graduation program.
• If you currently attend a high school and have a letter of permission from your school to attend Adult Education.

No:

• If you are a current student and have a Student Learning Plan for this school year, and are successfully completing your courses.

Call the office to make an appointment to meet with an academic advisor to review what you need to graduate. Missing requirements will also be noted on your Transcript. If you have taken courses in British Columbia, you can access your transcript at: Transcript Services

Find out more about your graduation options here.

The length of time you need to graduate will depend on:

• how many courses you must complete
• which graduation program you are pursuing (2023 Graduation Program or Adult Graduation Program)
• how much time you have in your schedule to attend classes or work on courses.
• what other commitments you have (family, work, etc.)

Your Student Learning Plan will include an anticipated completion date.

Students who complete the 2023 Graduation Program or the Adult Graduation program are eligible to receive high school graduation Dogwood diplomas. They are accepted equally by employers, colleges, universities, and other post-secondary institutions. It is your responsibility to ensure that your course choices and marks meet the requirements of your chosen post-secondary institution. Find out more about your graduation options here.

Eligible students will be at least 16 years old on July 1 of the school year, are ordinarily resident in BC, and currently living in the lower mainland for a settled purpose. Funding for most courses is provided by the Ministry of Education and is tuition free for Canadian citizens, permanent residents, convention refugees, and refugee claimants. People holding Work Permits are asked to review their eligibility by reading the Student Eligibility Guide found on the New Students page. Graduated adults who meet the eligibility requirements described above and are over 19 years old may be eligible to take English, Math and Science courses tuition free.

Find out more information about courses for Graduated Adults here.

Current students have the option of registering online for their next term by following the instructions on our Current Student page. New students should follow the steps on the New Student page.

Yes, high school students must present an Letter of Permission signed by their school Principal, and a copy of their current day school timetable to register for adult education. Students should speak with their high school counselor and parents/guardians before making an appointment to see an Academic Advisor in Adult Education, and follow the steps on the New Student page.

All our senior academic (Gr. 10, 11 and 12) courses follow prescribed BC Ministry curriculum and carry the same credit as high school courses.  Successful completion of these courses will be reflected on your official transcript.

Marks are sent to the Ministry of Education and are reflected on your official transcript. If you would like a report card, please request one from our office. In most cases, an official transcript ordered through the Ministry of Education will be the preferred document for application to post-secondary and for employment purposes.

Transcripts may be ordered through Student Transcript Services on the Ministry of Education website. Order transcripts and certificates - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca)

Students over 18 are adults and are protected by Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy legislation. Information regarding student progress will not generally be released to parents without prior conversation, consent and documentation.

The guidelines for attending a continuing/Adult Education Centre include adhering to the Code of Conduct, attending classes regularly, and completing assignments on time. Detailed guidelines can be found on our website or by contacting our office directly.