Ontario College Certificate in Pathways to Indigenous Empowerment - Preparation

This one-year Ontario College Certificate, designed in collaboration with Indigenous communities, provides you with the opportunity to develop academic and career skills while exploring traditional knowledge and building a set of transferable skills. This program helps you to explore your abilities and interests, determine your career options and learn in a post-secondary setting.This program is designed to introduce you to the post-secondary world, enhance your math and English skills and (if you are interested) pathway you into Algonquin’s Aboriginal Studies one-year Ontario College Certificate program. You will be given credit recognition for five courses in the Aboriginal Studies program.Unique program elements such as individualized program delivery and personal weekly coaching sessions build a circle of care to engage your interests and nurture self-confidence. You are invited to explore the College and the Ottawa community by taking part in learning activities on and around the campus and by participating in various field trips.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent. Applicants with an OSSD showing senior English and/or mathematics courses at the Basic Level, or with Workplace or Open courses, will be tested to determine their eligibility for admission; OR