September 2nd, 2025 Admission Requirements
EDUCATION
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Must be 18 years of age by first day of the CCA Program.
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Student applicants can be 17 years of age, however, must reach the age of 18 by the first scheduled day of the CCA Program
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PRIOR EDUCATION
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Grade 12 certificate or equivalent GED or CAEC equivalent to grade 12 High School Graduate with an IPP/IEP7 identified, must:
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Demonstrate minimum literacy and numeracy skills through the CCA Program Administrator approved testing tool
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Mature Learner must:
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Be a minimum of 19 years of age
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Demonstrate minimum literacy and numeracy skills using the NCC testing tool, Wonderlic, with an overall score of 12
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COMPUTER LITERACY
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Students are required to have basic computer skills in Microsoft Office applications to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, as well as web browsing and internet search knowledge
TRANSPORTATION
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND / VULNERABLE SECTOR CHECK
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Clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check Issued through a Canadian Police Information Check (CPIC) issued within 6 months of start date.
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Note: The presence of a criminal record does not automatically disqualifyan applicant from the CCA Program. Admission consideration for non-violent convictions will be determined on a case-by-case basis using the CRC/VSC Policy.
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Newcomers with less than 6 months in Canada require a Police Clearance Check 10. (e.g. Federal Background Check used by immigration)
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Applicants who are admitted prior to turning 18 years must submit criminal record and vulnerable sector check prior to first day of practicum-clinical placement.
English Level Proficiency
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Applicants whose first language is not the language in which the program is delivered (English/French) will need to provide English level proficiency using one of the following tools:.
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Duolingo: 95
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CELBAN: Level 7
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CELPIP: Level 7
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IELTS (General Testing): Band Score 6
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IELTS (Academic Testing): Band Score 5.5
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ISANS English Language Testing: Level 7
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Students are required to have a valid driver’s license and access to vehicles for the duration of their CCA Program and practicum placements
PARTICIPATION & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS (*LEARNERS MUST)
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Maintain attendance of 90% of all theoretical, simulations, and lab-based program requirements.
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Maintain attendance of 100% of practicum placements.
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Maintain access to transportation acceptable for practicum placements and attendance in all theory, labs, simulations and integrative skills.
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Perform basic computer literacy skills (basic word processing, check/ create and send email, basic web browsing skills).
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Access to computer/laptop for completion of CCA Program assignments and related course components and for online course delivery if/when required.
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Perform job requirements (physical and other).
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Obtain an overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of 70% for program.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International candidates will be eligible under the public policy allowing some work permit holders to study without a study permit.
WHO IS ELIGEABLE?
International students may be eligible to study without a study permit while working, providing they meet certain conditions. To qualify, students must be authorized to work in Canada under the following condition:
Possess a valid open work permit that was applied for on or before June 7, 2023.
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Please note: Applications for a work permit submitted after June 7,2023 are not eligible.
HOW LONG CAN AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS STUDY?
The length of time an international student may study without a study permit depends on when they applied for their open work permit or work permit extension. If you are an international student who applied for a valid open work permit on or before June 7, 2023 and currently hold a valid open work permit,
you may study without a study permit until the earliest of the following:​
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The expiry date of your open work permit
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The expiration date of this public policy : June 27, 2026
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An earlier date if revoked
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This public policy came into effect on June 27, 2023, and will expire on June 27, 2026. This public policy may be revoked at any time without prior notice.