PROGRAM CALENDAR 2021-2022 - Assiniboine Community College
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2021-2022 PROGRAM CALENDAR
Con n e c tWITH ASSINIBOINE
About Assiniboine.....................................................2
Mission and Vision Statement............................ 2
Our Commitment to
Indigenous Peoples................................................ 2
Important Notice and Disclaimer....................... 2
Important Dates.........................................................3
2021 .......................................................................... 3
2022 ..........................................................................4
TABLE OF CONTENTS
International Students..........................................13
Sponsored Students..............................................13
Federal and Provincial Government
Student Aid Program ...........................................13
Scholarships and Bursaries ................................13
Tuition/T2202 Tax Receipts...............................13
Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) Cheques..............13
Late Fees..................................................................13
Construction Electrician.....................................32
Culinary Arts..........................................................33
Digital Art and Design........................................ 34
Early Childhood Education.................................35
Education Assistant.............................................36
Heavy Equipment Technician............................37
Horticultural Production.....................................38
Hotel and Restaurant Management................39
Community isn’t just a part Admission and Registration Information................5
Choose a Program.................................................. 5
Outstanding Debts................................................13
Miscellaneous Fees and Charges......................13
Industrial Metals Fabrication............................ 40
Land and Water Management.......................... 41
of our name; it’s who we are. Program Info Sessions .......................................... 5
Spend a Day ........................................................... 5
Parking..................................................................... 14
Refunds................................................................... 14
Legal Administration........................................... 42
Media and Communications............................ 43
Check the Admission Requirements................. 5 Fee Schedule.......................................................... 14 Medical Administration..................................... 44
English Language Proficiency.............................. 5 Student Information................................................ 15 Network Administration Technology............. 45
That means we’re here for you and ready to help. Whether you Apply and Submit the Application Fee.............6 Assiniboine Alumni Association.......................15 Office Management............................................ 46
want to know about careers, programs, financial aid, awards, Manitoba-Minnesota Mission..........................................................15 Office Skills.............................................................47
or courses that are available right now, there is no question Co-Operative Agreement.....................................6 Vision.............................................................15 Piping Trades........................................................ 48
too big or too small. Saskatchewan and Membership.................................................15 Power Engineering............................................... 49
Ontario Equivalents................................................ 7 Privileges.......................................................15 Practical Nursing................................................. 50
Reach out and connect with Assiniboine’s friendly staff: Admissions Process............................................... 7 Are You Alumni?.........................................15 Prairie Horticulture...............................................52
» Book an appointment at 204.725.8750 or Incomplete Applications....................................... 7 A Message From the Public Safety...........................................................53
1.800.862.6307 ext 8750 Assessment of Special Circumstances............. 7 Assiniboine Students’ Association...................15 Social Service Worker......................................... 54
Competitive Entry Programs................................ 7 ACCSA UPass..............................................15 Truck and Transport Mechanic.........................55
» Send us an email at recruit@assiniboine.net Acceptance/Conditional Acceptance............... 7 Student Health and Dental Plan..............15 Web and Interactive Development..................56
» Register for an online info session at Wait Lists.................................................................. 7 Athletics.................................................................. 16 Welder.....................................................................57
assiniboine.net/infosession Students with Disabilities..................................... 7 Campus Bookstore............................................... 16 Adult Learning.......................................................58
Part-time Students.................................................8 Child Care and Daycare...................................... 16 Mature Student High School..................58
Assiniboine is with you every step of the way. Registration..............................................................8 CJ-106 FM Campus Radio.................................. 16 MSHS - Integrated Comprehensive
Visit assiniboine.net/connect to begin the conversation. New Student Orientation.....................................8 IT Services.............................................................. 16 Health Care Aide...................................... 60
Student Files with Financial Aid and Assistance............................. 16 MSHS - Integrated
Registration Restrictions.......................................8 Manitoba Student Aid Program..............17 Education Assistant.................................. 61
Residency Requirement........................................8 Bank Loans....................................................17 Advanced Diploma Programs ................................62
Credits for Previous Education............................8 Other Sources of Funding.........................17 Accounting.............................................................62
Prior Learning Assessment Scholarships and Bursaries......................17 Agriculture..............................................................63
and Recognition (PLAR).......................................8 Job Postings..................................................17 Early Childhood Program Management......... 64
Co-operative Education .......................................8 Housing....................................................................17 Finance....................................................................65
Work Practicum......................................................9 Identification Cards...............................................17 Geographic Information Systems.................... 66
Academic Information.............................................10 Indigenous Affairs.................................................17 Human Resource Management........................67
Academic Responsibilities................................. 10 Library Services..................................................... 18 Indigenous Financial Management................. 68
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Grading System..................................................... 10 Facilities and Collection........................... 18 Marketing.............................................................. 69
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Grade Point Average............................................ 10 On the Web................................................. 18 Public Safety.......................................................... 70
Academic Progress.............................................. 10 Contact Information.................................. 18 Sustainable Food Systems...................................71
AINFO
In Good Standing.................................................. 10 Locations and Maps............................................. 18 Apprenticeship Training..........................................72
Academic Probation............................................ 10 MyACC.................................................................... 18 What is Apprenticeship Training?....................72
SESSIONS
Academic Restriction........................................... 11 Student Intranet.................................................... 18 The Apprenticeship Application/
Academic Suspension.......................................... 11 Student Success Advisors.................................. 18 Agreement Process..............................................72
Appeals.................................................................... 11 Services for Who Pays for Technical Training?....................72
Adding and Dropping Courses........................... 11 Prospective Students................................ 18 Academic Requirements....................................72
Graduation............................................................... 11 Services for Current Students................. 18 What is Certification?.........................................72
Lieutenant Governor’s Award.............................12 The Learning Curve.............................................. 19 College Credential................................................72
Governor General’s Academic Medal..............12 The Test Centre..................................................... 19 Apprenticeship Training Offered
Transcripts...............................................................12 Accessibility/Disability Services...................... 19 at Assiniboine........................................................72
Financial Information............................................... 12 Wheelchair Accessibility......................... 19 Contact Information.............................................72
Curious about college? Explore your options!
Application Fee......................................................12 Certificate and Diploma Programs ....................... 20 Distance Education..................................................73
Tuition Deposit.......................................................12 Agribusiness......................................................... 20 Continuing Studies at Assiniboine.........................73
Circumstances for Refunds.................................12 Agricultural Equipment Technician...................21 Contract Training/Community Programs.............74
Our free information sessions give you an overview about the program
Fees .........................................................................12
Course Fees .................................................12
Applied Counselling Skills..................................22
Automotive Technician.......................................23
Customized Training................................................74
Assiniboine International........................................74
you’re interested in. Chat with faculty, ask questions and get to know Assiniboine! Tuition Fees .................................................12 Bookkeeping...........................................................24 Course Descriptions................................................75
Student Services Fees................................12 Business Administration.....................................25 Contact Information.............................................. 122
Register today!
Students’ Association Fees .....................12
Student Health and Dental Fees ............12
Carpentry and Woodworking............................27
Civil Technician.....................................................28
To sign up or for more information, including topics and upcoming Assessment Fee..........................................12 Civil Technology ...................................................29
dates and times, visit assiniboine.net/infosession. Expenses Related to Practicums
or Co-Operative Work Placements...................12
Communications
Engineering Technology..................................... 30
Payment of Fees.....................................................12 Comprehensive Health Care Aide.....................31
assiniboine.net/infosession
Advanced Diplomas – page 62 Course Descriptions – page 75 1
ABOUT ASSINIBOINE IMPORTANT DATES 2021-22
Assiniboine Community College first opened its doors more than 55 years OUR COMMITMENT TO INDIGENOUS PEOPLES
JULY 2021 AUGUST 2021 SEPTEMBER 2021
ago in February 1961 as the Brandon Vocational Training Centre. Shops Assiniboine Community College recognizes the unique history of
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and classrooms were located in several buildings throughout the city. The Indigenous peoples and is committed to having an active part in
ASSINIBOINE
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centre was soon renamed the Manitoba Vocational Training Centre, and in reconciliation. Assiniboine has an important role in helping to reduce the
ABOUT
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1966 students moved into a new building at 1430 Victoria Avenue East. In educational attainment and employment gaps that currently exist between 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
December 1969, the centre became Assiniboine Community College when Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. Increasing pathways and reducing 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
IMPORTANT DATES
Manitoba’s three technical vocational schools were made community colleges. barriers for Indigenous learners contributes to the success and prosperity 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30
2020/21
of individuals and families while also addressing labour market demand
For staff and students alike, Assiniboine offers unparalleled learning and Manitoba’s economic growth. With the support of provincial and
environments and responds well to the demands and requirements of federal government, additional education opportunities extend beyond
the Manitoba labour market. Instructors follow the philosophy of ‘learn our campuses to training sites both on- and off-reserve. OCTOBER 2021 NOVEMBER 2021 DECEMBER 2021
by doing’, combining theory with hands-on learning inside classrooms, S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
labs, kitchens, shops, fields and the sustainable greenhouse. Assiniboine Assiniboine Community College campuses are located on the traditional 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4
is an accredited college with the Government of Manitoba. territories of Treaty No. 1 and Treaty No. 2, and the shared traditional 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
lands of Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, Dene and Anishinabek/Ojibwe peoples, 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
With campuses in Brandon, Dauphin and Winnipeg, Assiniboine provides and the homeland of the Métis nation. We welcome students who seek 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
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comprehensive education opportunities throughout Manitoba. The college knowledge here.
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also partners with many communities and organizations across the province
to deliver customized and community-based education and training. See our full statement here: assiniboine.net/commitment
Whether you want to study full-time, part-time or by distance education, IMPORTANT NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER 2021
Assiniboine offers apprenticeship programs, certificates, diplomas, Given the potential impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic, please
advanced diplomas, mature student high school, continuing studies and note the following: July to August Registration period for new and returning students September 8* Day classes commence at Adult Collegiate
contract training. The college’s educational delivery is offered through
a variety of approaches, including face-to-face, distance and online, • The information in the college’s 2021-22 program calendar, posted on July 1 Canada Day (administrative offices closed) October Graduation ceremonies; visit
blended learning and integrated programs. the college’s website, is considered the final and accurate authority assiniboine.net/graduation for applicable programs
on all academic matters. July 5* Classes commence for summer term and dates
In September of 2007, Assiniboine began the first phase of its move • The contents of this calendar reflect the intentions of the college
to the former Brandon Mental Health Centre site on the north hill in at the time of posting, with respect to the matters it contains. The July 23 Deadline for receipt of documented proof October 11 Thanksgiving Day (administrative offices closed)
Brandon, as Culinary Arts and Hotel and Restaurant Management college expressly reserves the right to deviate from what appears of program prerequisites
programs moved into state-of-the-art facilities in the Manitoba Institute in the calendar, including both content and scheduling, in whole or November 11 Remembrance Day (administrative offices closed)
of Culinary Arts (MICA). The college continued its relocation in 2008, in part, and including, without limiting the generality of this August 2 Terry Fox Day (administrative offices closed)
with the construction of the $45 million Len Evans Centre for Trades and disclaimer, the right to revise the content of, and to cancel, defer, December 24* Last day of fall term classes
Technology. That facility opened to students and staff in September 2010. reschedule or suspend, in whole or in part, the scheduling of August 30 to September 1*
A sustainable greenhouse, which serves as a hub for applied education particular periods of instruction, courses, or programs, and to alter, New student orientation - Christmas break begins (administrative offices closed
and research, opened in spring 2013. accelerate or defer fees and charges, and to do any or all of the See assiniboine.net/orientation for details at noon)
above either in order to serve what the college considers to be
In 2014, Assiniboine embarked on an exciting journey to develop a the best interests of the academic or student community or of the September 6 Labour Day (administrative offices closed) December 25 Christmas Day (college is closed; no access)
campus master plan. After many months of consultation, workshops and college itself, or because of any circumstance or occurrence,
open houses with the community, the finished plan was presented to the whether occurring by or through the willful act or negligence of September 7* Classes commence for fall term; new applications December 26 Boxing Day
college’s Board of Governors in early 2015. It was unanimously adopted. the college, or otherwise and whether or not beyond the reasonable accepted for 2022-23 academic year
The campus master plan sets the stage and direction for our college’s or other control of the college, and as a result of circumstances
future growth over the next several decades. or occurrences including financial resources, natural catastrophe or Evening classes commence at Adult Collegiate
disaster, the health, safety and well-being of the employees or
The plan conceptually outlines the physical structure of the future students of the college, labour disagreements or disputes, slow-
campus’ built form, open space, and circulation network—all with the downs, work-stoppages, and strikes. The college does not accept,
aim of providing opportunities to bring out the strengths and values and expressly disclaims, any or all responsibility or liability to any
that define our college as a place that provides an unparalleled student person, persons or group, for any loss, injury, damages or adverse
experience and engages students, staff, faculty and our community. effect, either direct or indirect, consequential or otherwise, arising
out of any one or more of such deviations. The college disclaims
Visit assiniboine.net/NHCampus for more information on the college’s liability to any person who may suffer loss as a result of reliance
continued development at the North Hill campus and its master plan. upon any information contained in this calendar.
• Each and every of the subsequent provisions contained in this
INSTITUTIONAL MISSION AND VISION calendar, and the relationship, both legal and otherwise, between the
MISSION college and its students, is expressly subject to and governed by the
Transforming lives and strengthening Manitoba through applied above provisions.
education and research. • The Registrar’s Office will assist students with any questions or
problems that might arise concerning the interpretation of academic
VISION regulations. It is, however, the responsibility of students to see that
Exceptional learning experiences. their academic programs meet the college’s regulations in all respects. * Dates are subject to change; check assiniboine.net/importantdates for the most up-to-date information.
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ADMISSION AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION
JANUARY 2022 FEBRUARY 2022 MARCH 2022
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Refer to Policy A17 - Application and Admission to College Programs at Test Name: IELTS
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assiniboine.net/policies. Acceptable Score: 6.5 on AC, no subscore lower than 6.0
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9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Info: ielts.org
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 CHOOSE A PROGRAM
23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 27 28 29 30 31 Explore the list of programs offered at Assiniboine at Test Name: TOEFL
30 31 assiniboine.net/programs or noted in this program calendar. If you Acceptable Score: 79 IBT, no skill score lower than 18
IMPORTANT DATES
ADMISSION & REGISTRATION
need help choosing a program, contact recruit@assiniboine.net or Info: ets.org/toefl
2020/2021
204.725.8750 or toll free in Canada 800.862.6307 ext. 8750 and speak
INFORMATION
APRIL 2022 MAY 2022 JUNE 2022 to one of our student recruitment specialists. Test Name: CanTEST
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S Acceptable Score: 4.5 in reading and listening and 4.0 in
1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 All prospective students are encouraged to visit the college and learn as writing and speaking
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 much as possible about their program and career choice. Info: cantest.uottawa.ca
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17 18 19 20 21 22 23 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 PROGRAM INFO SESSIONS Test Name: MET
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30 Program info sessions are held throughout the year and are free to attend. Acceptable Score: 54
We strongly recommend prospective students attend these sessions to Info: michiganassessment.org
learn about the types of jobs graduates go into, meet faculty, tour facilities,
and get a feel for the program to see if it is the right fit for them and their Test Name: CAEL
2022 career goals. Visit assiniboine.net/infosession for dates and locations. Acceptable Score: 60
Info: cael.ca
January 1 New Year’s Day (college is closed; no access) April 15 Good Friday (administrative offices closed) SPEND A DAY
The Spend a Day program offers prospective students a chance to attend Test Name: PTE Academic
January 4* College reopens after Christmas break April 18 Easter Monday (administrative offices closed) classes for a day with a current student to get a first-hand look at what Acceptable Score: 58
it is like to be a college student and a realistic view of the program they Info: pearsonpte.com/book-now
New student orientation; classes commence for April 29* Last day of winter term classes are considering. Interested individuals or groups should sign up at
Apprenticeship programs assiniboine.net/spendaday or contact spendaday@assiniboine.net or Note: The Canadian Language Benchmark Placement Test (CLBPT), held
May 6* Grade submission deadline for classes that end April 29 204.725.8750 or toll free in Canada 800.862.6307 ext. 6050 to make at Westman Immigrant Services in Brandon or WELARC in Winnipeg, is
January 5* Classes commence for winter term arrangements for a Spend a Day visit. not a test of English language proficiency for college admission. It is a test
May 9* Classes commence for spring term of English language only for placement in English classes. Applications
February 21 Louis Riel Day (administrative offices closed) CHECK THE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS with only a CLBPT result are incomplete.
May 23 Victoria Day (administrative offices closed) Refer to assiniboine.net/admissionrequirements.
February 28 to March 4* Program Name: Assiniboine English as a Second Language classes
Spring break May 30* Final day to pay spring fees without financial penalty Each program has specific admission requirements noted on each (for permanent residents only)
program page, as well as an English language proficiency requirement. Acceptable Score: Progress report with CLB 7-8 range, depending on
March 7* First day of 3 credit courses that end April 29 June* Graduation ceremonies; visit college program choice
assiniboine.net/graduation for dates Applications should be submitted as far in advance of the desired Info: assiniboine.net/esl or esl@assiniboine.net
March 28 to April 1* registration date as possible. However, processing of applications will 204.725.8744 or toll free 866.726.1117
Spring break - Adult Collegiate June 30* Last day of spring term classes not begin until a date 12 months in advance of the program start date.
Applications are acknowledged within two weeks of receipt. Program Name: Assiniboine English for Academic Purposes program
April 1* Recommended deadline for applications for all (for international students only)
programs beginning September 5, 2022 ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY Acceptable Score: Equivalent to IELTS Academic 6.5 with no area less than 6.0
Refer to assiniboine.net/elp. Info: assiniboine.net/international or international@assiniboine.net
204.725.8700 or toll free 800-862-6307 ext. 6127
English is the language of instruction and official college communication
at Assiniboine. Each program sets its own English language proficiency Program Name: AEPUCE program (available in Winnipeg)
requirements. Please check individual program requirements, as these Acceptable Score: Completion with minimum 65%
may differ from the minimum language requirement for admission. All Info: 204.945.6151 ext. 6303 (Red River College) or elc@umanitoba.ca
applicants must meet or exceed the level of English language skills as (University of Manitoba) for more information.
outlined in the program’s admissions requirements.
Program Name: English School of Canada, UCTP
Applicants must demonstrate ability in English that will meet the (University/College Transfer Program)
demands of classroom instruction, discussions and written assignments. Acceptable Score: 75% minimum
Info: esc_toronto.com
If English is not the applicant’s first/primary language and they are not
from an English test-exempt country, they must provide supporting Program Name: Heartland International English School, Advanced 3
documentation to show that they meet one of the conditions below. Acceptable Score: 80% minimum
Applicants will not be admitted until this requirement has been met. Info: heartlandenglish.com
Test options for most college programs: Program Name: ILSC Education Group University Pathway Program Level 2
* Dates are subject to change; check assiniboine.net/importantdates for the most up-to-date information. The following is a list of the tests and programs to demonstrate English Acceptable Score: B minimum
language proficiency that are acceptable at Assiniboine: Info: ilsc.com
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Program Name: William Academy English Foundation Course Level 3 correspondence to the current addresses on record. of the individual institutions. In addition, the residency component the non-refundable tuition deposit will hold the applicant’s space in the
Acceptable Score: 75% minimum of tuition fee assessment is waived for residents of one jurisdiction program. Deadlines for payment of non-refundable tuition deposits are
Info: williamacademy.ca • Applicants are responsible for the completeness and accuracy attending educational institutions in the other. noted in acceptance letters. If the tuition deposit is not paid, the applicant
of their application will lose their seat. In this case, an applicant must re-apply. Sponsorship
Waiver options: • Applicants must supply legal documentation when requesting Refer to assiniboine.net/fees for more information. letters will not be accepted as payment of tuition deposits.
In some instances, students may request a waiver of the English language a name change
requirement. An application for a waiver may be made to the Registrar’s • Any applicant submitting falsified or forged documents will be SASKATCHEWAN AND Applicants who have been accepted, paid their non-refundable tuition
Office. Not all programs will accept a waiver, see program page for referred to the appropriate authorities, up to and including ONTARIO EQUIVALENTS deposit and then choose not to register, will forfeit their entire tuition deposit.
more information. Waivers may not be permitted if transcripts indicate prosecution under the Criminal Code of Canada For a full listing of Saskatchewan and Ontario admission requirement
modified programs. See Policy A17 - Application and Admission to College equivalents, visit assiniboine.net/admissionrequirements. Applicants who have been conditionally accepted must submit their
ADMISSION & REGISTRATION
ADMISSION & REGISTRATION
Programs for more information. Applicants must provide supporting A separate application form and $95 non-refundable application fee final official transcript by mid-July (Saskatchewan applicants have until
documentation to show they meet one of the conditions below: ($200 non-refundable for international applicants) are required with each ADMISSIONS PROCESS August 1). If the transcript is not received, the application will not be
INFORMATION
INFORMATION
program application and all high school and post-secondary transcripts Refer to Policy A17 - Application and Admission to College Programs at considered. If admission requirements are not met and the transcript
Three years of full-time education in English at a secondary (high school) (sponsorship letters will not be accepted as payment of the application assiniboine.net/policies. submitted, the non-refundable tuition deposit is forfeited.
or post-secondary (university or college) level in Canada; fee). All documentation submitted becomes the property of the college.
Assiniboine acknowledges receipt of all applications. Applicants to programs Tuition balance is due by the date specified on the Assiniboine website;
OR Applications to certificate and diploma programs must include the with competitive selection requirements will be sent further information visit assiniboine.net/registrar for more details.
completed application form, the non-refundable application fee, and: regarding these requirements and/or dates of orientation sessions.
Graduation from a Manitoba high school with at least one Senior 4 Core WAIT LISTS
English with a minimum grade of 70%; If the applicant is in high school at the time of application: INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS For wait listed programs, applicants are generally accepted on a first
Applicants will not be considered for acceptance, or wait listed, until the qualified basis on the date completed applications are received (other
OR • An official transcript of all high school marks achieved application has been fully completed, all documentation requested has conditions may apply). When a sufficient number of applicants have
• A list of courses currently enrolled in, authorized by the school been submitted and all requirements have been met. been accepted so that a program has reached capacity, program wait lists
Graduation from a Canadian high school with at least one Grade 12 English • Final high school marks, to be received by the college no will be established. Applicants will remain on a program wait list until
with a minimum grade of 70%; later than July 15 (or the first business day after) ASSESSMENT OF SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES the next available seat in the next program intake, unless the applicant
If an applicant does not meet general admission requirements, they may informs the college that they wish to withdraw their application.
OR If the applicant is not in high school at the time of application: apply for an assessment of special circumstances through the registrar.
Applicants in this category include those with modified academic credits Accepted applicants must pay their non-refundable tuition deposit by
Graduation from a Canadian curriculum high school outside of Canada • An official transcript of all high school marks achieved in their secondary studies or home study. the deadline specified on their letter of acceptance, otherwise that seat
with at least one Grade 12 English with a minimum grade of 70%; • An official transcript from all post-secondary institutions attended will be offered to another applicant from the wait list.
An assessment of special circumstances could include a review of all
OR If the applicant is applying to a competitive entry program: transcripts and documents, an interview and/or testing. There is an Applicants who are refused admission to the college, for whatever
additional fee for testing. reason, may contact the registrar to request a review of the
Successful completion of three years of full-time study from a country • An official transcript of all high school marks achieved decision. Refer to Policy A01 - Academic and Disciplinary Appeals at
on the test-exempt list, including Grade 11 and 12 English (not ESL). Visit • An official transcript from all post-secondary institutions attended An assessment of special circumstances may determine an applicant does assiniboine.net/policies for more information.
assiniboine.net/elp for a list of test exempt countries. • All documentation requested in the program admission not meet entrance requirements and therefore cannot be admitted. The
requirements (see specific program admissions requirements on application will not be considered. A student success advisor may advise STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Assiniboine Community College reserves the right to request additional individual program pages and competitive entry programs whether upgrading or other training would prepare for future application. Refer to Policy A03 - Academic Accommodations at
documentation, which may include the submission of a standardized test of information on the next page) assiniboine.net/policies.
English and/or an official comprehensive report from a recognized Canadian Note: All applications with transcripts containing any high school
international credential evaluation service. If the applicant is an international student: courses with an M (modified), E (English as an additional language) or I Assiniboine is committed to supporting students with disabilities and
(individualized) designation do not meet college eligibility for admission medical conditions. Accommodations are available for students who
If you have any questions about English language proficiency, contact • Refer to the international student section in this guide or visit and may only proceed through an assessment of special circumstances. have provided acceptable written documentation of their functional
204.725.8723 or toll free in Canada 800.862.6307 ext. 6639 and ask to assiniboine.net/international for more information. limitations. Accommodation decisions are made according to approved
speak to the student success advisor for the program you are applying to. Some students who are accepted as a result of an assessment may also college policy.
Application forms (those not completed online) can be mailed to the be able to complete their Grade 12 after they are enrolled in college.
APPLY AND SUBMIT THE APPLICATION FEE Registrar’s Office at the following address: This is possible because some college courses have been designated Some accommodations may necessitate funding from other agencies.
Refer to Policy A17 - Application and Admission to College Programs at as dual credit courses (both high school and college credit). Refer to
assiniboine.net/policies. Assiniboine Community College assiniboine.net/registrar for more information. Some programs may require testing before an admission decision is
Victoria Avenue East campus made. If you may require accommodations, please contact a student
Apply online for the programs listed in this calendar. Visit Registrar’s Office For information on adult upgrading or college preparation programs success advisor well in advance of the assessment to make arrangements.
assiniboine.net/applynow. If you are applying as an international 1430 Victoria Avenue East, Brandon MB R7A 2A9 available through Assiniboine, see page 57 of this calendar.
student, refer to the international student section (page 8). Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their student success advisor
Telephone: 204.725.8701 COMPETITIVE ENTRY PROGRAMS prior to applying to a program to discuss program requirements and
Application forms are also available at the Victoria Avenue East and Toll free in Canada: 800.862.6307 ext. 6742 Some programs may require applicants to meet additional requirements possible accommodations.
North Hill campuses in Brandon, the Parkland campus in Dauphin, the Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday for the purposes of applicant selection. Refer to specific program admission
Russell Training Centre, the Winnipeg campus, and the Adult Collegiate requirements for more details regarding competitive entry requirements. Accommodations and funding applications may take several weeks or
in Brandon. MANITOBA-MINNESOTA even months to arrange.
CO-OPERATIVE AGREEMENT ACCEPTANCE/CONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE
Early application is recommended as most programs can accommodate In 1989, the Province of Manitoba and the State of Minnesota initiated When program spaces become available, Assiniboine will issue Each academic area has a student success advisor. To connect with the
only a limited number of students. Assiniboine begins processing the Manitoba-Minnesota Agreement on Educational Co-operation. acceptance/conditional acceptance letters to applicants who have advisor for your program, visit assiniboine.net/advising.
applications 12 months in advance of the program start date. It is The agreement provides that Manitoba and Minnesota residents are met, or will meet, all admission requirements. Acceptance/conditional
the applicant’s responsibility to inform the college of any changes entitled to admission into post-secondary institutions notwithstanding acceptance letters will confirm an applicant’s admission, subject to
to the information on the application form. Assiniboine will direct residence requirements but based on prevailing practices and procedures payment of the required non-refundable tuition deposit. Payment of
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PART-TIME STUDENTS RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT WORK PRACTICUM Education in Canada: For the application, we require original, official
A part-time student is one who is enrolled in less than 60% of a normal The college residency requirement qualifies a student for graduation Refer to Policy A16 - Work Practicums at assiniboine.net/policies. hard copies of ALL secondary, post-secondary or language education in
program of studies. Part-time options vary by program. only when a full one-quarter of a college program has been completed Canada. Assiniboine will keep these documents.
during the normal course of studies in accordance with the academic A work practicum is a formal placement of a college student with any
The following programs are available part-time after consultation with standards that may apply. Therefore, prior learning credit, credit for individual, agency, organization, government department, business or Assiniboine Community College reserves the right to request additional
the program chairperson: previous education, or any combination of such credit, will be granted company (referred to as the practicum partner) where the college does documentation, which may include the submission of a standardized
for a total of no more than three-quarters of a college program. Credit will not require that the student receive remuneration from the practicum test of English and/or an official comprehensive report from a recognized
• Accounting be granted for no more than one-quarter of a college program through partner. The work practicum involves students in relevant work. The Canadian internationally accredited evaluation service.
• Finance credit gained from prior learning assessment. Credit will be granted for length of the work practicum may vary, but will normally be from one
• Human Resource Management no more than one-half of a college program through credit gained for to 12 weeks in length. Once applications have been evaluated and records validated, applicants
ADMISSION & REGISTRATION
ADMISSION & REGISTRATION
• Indigenous Financial Management previous education gained at institutions other than Assiniboine. will be notified in writing whether or not they meet the admission
• Marketing Students will be charged tuition, student services fees and Students’ requirements. If there is a seat available, the applicant will be accepted.
INFORMATION
INFORMATION
• Business Administration In cases where an articulation agreement is in place, students may be Association fees during their work practicum placement(s).
• Civil Technician excused from the residency requirement upon approval of the registrar. Applicants who are accepted will be sent an acceptance letter along
• Communications Engineering Technology A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is strongly recommended with an official document with details of their program to use with the
• Network Administration Technology CREDITS FOR PREVIOUS EDUCATION given the potential need to travel for work practicum. study permit application. Subject to payment of the required non-refundable
Refer to Policy A07 - Credit for Previous Education at assiniboine.net/policies. tuition deposit. Payment of the non-refundable tuition deposit will hold the
REGISTRATION INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS applicant’s space in the program. Deadlines for payment of non-refundable
Refer to Policy A20 - Registering, Adding and Dropping Courses at Assiniboine recognizes students may have taken courses at other Assiniboine welcomes international students into designated programs. tuition deposits are noted in acceptance letters. If the tuition deposit is not
assiniboine.net/policies. accredited educational institutions that are the same, or similar to, The list of programs open to international students is on our website at paid, the applicant will lose their seat. In this case, an applicant must re-apply.
courses offered at Assiniboine, and that credit should be granted for these assiniboine.net/international.
Acceptance/conditional acceptance into a program grants permission courses. This also includes courses taken through Continuing Studies at Admitted students must provide the following documentation to
for an applicant to register at the college. Assiniboine. Information is provided in the information sent out to new ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Assiniboine International before the start of their classes:
students approximately six to eight weeks prior to their program start date. The basic admission requirement for college eligibility is the equivalent
Approximately six to eight weeks prior to the program start date, of a Manitoba high school diploma. Additional admission requirements are set • original, official documents
accepted/conditionally accepted students are registered into their specific PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT at the program level, such as specific subject requirements at a Grade 12 level. • a valid study permit
programs and sent links to program information, book lists, and lists of AND RECOGNITION (PLAR) See each program’s page for details. More information about country-specific
needed supplies, as well as a schedule of fees and payment deadlines. Refer to Policy A06 - Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition at requirements is available on our website, assiniboine.net/international. Assiniboine Community College reserves the right to set a deadline
assiniboine.net/policies. for confirmation of a study permit. Applicants are advised to check
Students who do not pay their fees by the specified deadlines may lose their English is the language of instruction and official college communication average application processing times on the Immigration, Refugees and
seat unless prior notification has been received by the Registrar’s Office. Prior learning assessment and recognition (PLAR) provides the at Assiniboine. Each program sets its own English language proficiency Citizenship Canada website to determine whether they have enough time
opportunity for individuals to obtain credit for college level learning requirements. Please check individual program requirements, as these to apply for and receive confirmation of the approval of a study permit.
Visit assiniboine.net/financialaid to find out more about government that has been gained outside a formal institutional setting. During the may differ from the minimum language requirement for admission. All
student aid, Assiniboine scholarships and bursaries, as well as other funding process, an individual’s prior learning gained from education, work, life applicants must meet or exceed the level of English language skills as FEES AND EXPENSES
opportunities. Contact the associate registrar at awards@assiniboine.net. experiences and personal study is assessed against the expected learning outlined in the program’s admissions requirements. International fees will vary by program and are different from those
outcomes in college courses. If the learning demonstrated is equivalent for domestic students. For more detailed information about fees, visit
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION to that normally acquired through a formal course in the chosen area of Applicants must demonstrate ability in English that will meet the assiniboine.net/international.
Program specific orientation information will be provided in your college study, then credit is granted. Going through the prior learning demands of classroom instruction, discussions and written assignments.
registration. Visit assiniboine.net/orientation for more information. assessment process at Assiniboine can eliminate duplication of learning For international payments, Assiniboine Community College has
and can shorten the time and cost of gaining a college education. If English is not the student’s first/primary language and they are not partnered with PayMyTuition for application, deposit and tuition
STUDENT FILES WITH from an English test-exempt country, they must provide supporting payments. With PayMyTuition, you can pay your tuition payments from
REGISTRATION RESTRICTIONS There are many forms of assessment methods available for assessing a documentation to show they meet one of the acceptable conditions. any bank, in any country, in any currency, at better than bank exchange
Refer to Policy A14 - Students with Registration Restrictions at learner’s prior knowledge and skills. Different areas of the college select Students will not be admitted until this requirement has been met. rates. Visit assiniboine.net/internationalpayment to learn more.
assiniboine.net/policies. the type of assessment tools they will use to assess prior learning.
APPLICATION PROCESS Students are expected to be able to pay their full program costs (tuition,
In cases where a student’s file has registration restrictions, the Many courses and programs are available for PLAR. A full listing of Apply online for the programs listed in this calendar. Visit books and supplies) and maintain a reasonable standard of living while
Registrar’s Office cannot process any transactions for that student until Assiniboine’s courses, with course descriptions, begins on page 73 of assiniboine.net/applynow. studying at the college.
the restriction has been removed. A student file may have a registration this calendar. Courses available for PLAR are identified with the symbol P.
restriction for several reasons, including the following: Applications for admission will be evaluated once the college has International students are required to register and pay for the college’s
CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION received all of the following: health insurance plan.
• Outstanding funds owed to the college Refer to Policy A12 - Co-operative Education at assiniboine.net/policies.
• Cheques submitted with non-sufficient funds • Completed international application form
• Outstanding library material Some programs offered at Assiniboine involve co-operative work placements. • An official transcript/grade report from high school/secondary, in
• Academic suspension These are periods of paid employment alternated with in-school study that original language and translated into English
• Disciplinary suspension provide students with the opportunity to apply the theory they have learned • An official transcript/grade report from all post-secondary
in the classroom to real life situations. Students also have the opportunity institutions attended, in original language and translated into English
Applicants may contact the registrar to request a review of their to develop and clarify their career plans, to work with people of all ages and • Official proof of English language proficiency
situation. Refer to Policy A01 - Academic and Disciplinary Appeals at abilities and, most importantly, the chance to earn a salary while studying. • Copy of passport photo page
assiniboine.net/policies for more information. • Copy of study permit (if already in Canada)
Students will be charged tuition, student services fees, and Students’ • Application fee ($200 CDN funds)
Association fees, during their co-operative education placement(s).
Education outside Canada: We accept scanned or photocopied
A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is strongly recommended documents for the application. A condition of final acceptance will be that
given the potential need to travel for co-operative education. you provide the original, official hard copies before program start date.
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ACADEMIC RESTRICTION ADDING AND DROPPING COURSES
ACADEMIC INFORMATION GPA of less than 1.0; or, for a student already on academic probation, a Refer to Policy A20 - Registering, Adding and Dropping Courses at
GPA of less than 2.0. Registration and progression restrictions in effect. assiniboine.net/policies.
Students may receive permission to re-register with the completion of
ACADEMIC RESPONSIBILITIES GRADE POINT AVERAGE a learning success plan. Students may register for a course up to and including course start date.
Refer to Policy A08-1 - Assiniboine Policy on Academic Responsibilities at Weighted grade point average (WGPA) is an average of grade points that Students who wish to register in a course after the first day of that course
assiniboine.net/policies. takes into consideration the relative importance of each course grade in Students assessed in this category will be notified by the Registrar’s must receive written permission from the dean, director or chairperson
relation to other courses. The number of credits assigned to each course Office that they have registration restrictions at the college and require of the school offering the course.
This policy establishes academic roles and responsibilities for student is the numerical value for importance/value of a course. The WGPA is permission to continue. Permission may be gained with the completion of
success. Assiniboine is committed to helping students achieve their calculated by the following method: (a) multiply grade point by credits a learning success plan by applying to the program chairperson/director. Courses dropped before the course start date will be deleted from a
educational goals and experience success through providing a learning- for each course and divide this number by the total credits taken in the Students with academic restrictions must achieve a GPA of 2.0 or greater student’s record and will not appear on a student’s transcript.
centred environment, in which learning is a co-operative venture between term; (b) add the values for each course as determined above. in order to avoid academic suspension.
students and the institution. Up to and including the midway point of the course (e.g. for a course of
Note: When a student receives more than one grade for a course in a ACADEMIC SUSPENSION eight weeks duration, the midway point occurs at close of business four
Students have important academic responsibilities, as well as personal term, all grades will be used to calculate the student’s WGPA. The WGPA Students on academic restriction who are unable to recover their GPA weeks into the course), a student may drop a course without academic
INFORMATION
INFORMATION
ACADEMIC
ACADEMIC
conduct responsibilities outlined in Policy A02 - Student Conduct, Behaviour is a calculation using all of a student’s marks in a term. will be suspended. Admission and registration restrictions are in effect for penalty. If a student elects to drop a course, a VW, indicating voluntary
and Discipline. Student academic responsibility occurs when students take eight calendar months from the date of notification. Note: An academic withdrawal, will be recorded on the student’s transcript. Courses
an active role in their learning, make choices and take actions which lead Cumulative weighted grade point average (CWGPA) differs from WGPA suspension can also result from violations of other academic policies. dropped after the midway point will be assigned a non-passing grade.
toward achieving educational goals, and are accountable for their own in that it takes all courses taken to date into consideration, rather than Failure to attend class (or complete assignments in the case of distance-
academic success. courses in one term only. The CWGPA is calculated by the following Students with academic restrictions who are unable to recover their delivered courses) does not constitute an official drop. Students who
method: (a) multiply grade point by credits for each course and divide GPA with their learning success plan will be suspended from the college. do not complete and submit an official course drop form prior to the
GRADING SYSTEM this number by the total credits taken to date (rather than the term); (b) Mandatory admission and registration restrictions are in effect for eight midway point of the course will be awarded a non-passing grade in each
Refer to Policy A08-4 - Assiniboine Policy on Grades at assiniboine.net/policies. add the values for each course as determined above. calendar months from the date of notification. During this suspension applicable course.
period, suspended students may be eligible to attend Continuing Studies
The grading system applies to all courses offered for credit. The level of Note: When a student receives more than one grade for a course, the and Adult Learning programs. Suspended students must formally reapply GRADUATION
a student’s achievement in each course of a program will be denoted by best grade achieved will be used to calculate the student’s CWGPA. The and meet the criteria for admission for reinstatement in a program. If Refer to Policy A08-6 - Assiniboine Policy on Graduation at
a letter grade as follows, except where noted: CWGPA is a calculation using a student’s marks for their entire academic readmitted, students will be placed on academic probation with the assiniboine.net/policies.
record, using best grade(s) achieved only. applicable terms.
Letter Grade Point Percentage Description Assiniboine Community College shall confer approved credentials to
The following grades are not used in calculating grade point averages: Notes: qualifying students at graduation ceremonies following successful
A+ 4.5 (90 – 100) Exceptional VW, AW, MW, INC, P, NP, AU, CR, CMP, NC, ***. completion of all institutional and program requirements.
A 4.0 (80 – 89) Excellent • Some programs may have a higher minimum GPA for
B+ 3.5 (76 – 79) Very Good ACADEMIC PROGRESS progression purposes. To fulfill program graduation requirements and earn an approved
B 3.0 (70 – 75) Good Refer to Policy A08-5 - Academic Standing and Progression at • Some programs may have other progression restrictions, credential, students must meet each of the following:
C+ 2.5 (66 – 69) Satisfactory assiniboine.net/policies. such as successful completion of key courses. These restrictions
C 2.0 (60 – 65) Adequate will be published in the calendar. a. Successfully complete all program and course requirements of an
D 1.0 (50 – 59) Marginal Official academic standing is assessed and recorded on student • Unfinished courses or delayed completion of courses may have approved program of study.
F 0.0 (0 – 49) Failure transcripts in academic standing statements at the end of each term. an effect on GPA calculations and official academic standing b. Achieve a minimum grade of D per course as indicated in the
These indicate: in a given term. calendar in compliance with academic policies. For courses where a
VW: Voluntary withdrawal • Expulsion, unlike suspension, is deemed to be permanent. minimum course grade higher than D is required to fulfill graduation
AW: Authorized withdrawal a. student progression toward completion of program requirements; and Expulsion is typically reserved for very serious cases that requirements for a specific program, these requirements will be
(as per Policy A20 - Registering, Adding and Dropping Courses) b. student status and achievement in that program at a given period of time. may also involve criminal prosecution. Criminal prosecution specified in the calendar.
MW: Mandatory withdrawal is reserved for criminal acts, such as fraud, forgery, theft c. Achieve a minimum graduation grade point average (GGPA) of 2.00.
Student required to withdraw by college Assessment of academic standing applies to all registered Assiniboine and impersonation. d. Fulfill all program and institution regulations as indicated in the
INC: Incomplete students, except: calendar and in compliance with academic policies.
Student did not complete requirements for course by course end date APPEALS e. Successfully complete all program and course requirements within
P: Pass • Part-time students: students taking less than 12 credits in a term; Refer to Policy A01 - Academic and Disciplinary Appeals at program time limits. The college requires program completion
F: Failure • Academic level: students in continuing education programs or assiniboine.net/policies. within five years. Exceptions may be granted in cases of
NP: No pass courses, and students in adult learning programs, as defined by extenuating circumstances.
AU: Course taken for audit academic level. A student has the right to appeal academic and disciplinary decisions f. Be in good academic standing.
CR: Credit and rulings that they believe are unfair, unreasonable, or arbitrary. This g. Meet the academic residency requirement for their program. The
Recorded for credits transferred from another recognized institution IN GOOD STANDING includes disciplinary decisions and consequences, grades, academic normal requirement is that students complete at least 50% of
CMP: Complete A student must achieve a GPA of 2.0 or greater. No registration or suspension and other decisions that impact a student’s continuation in program credits through Assiniboine Community College.
For use in Continuing Studies only progression restrictions. their program of studies.
NC: Not Complete The process for graduation and details of graduation ceremonies
Student did not complete course. For use in Continuing Studies only. ACADEMIC PROBATION will be published on the Registrar’s Office website. Visit
***: Mark not yet recorded GPA of less than 2.0 but greater than 1.0. No immediate registration or assiniboine.net/registrar. Communication with students and graduates
progression restrictions for one term. will be through official college email.
The relationship between number and letter grades are consistent across
the college. In cases where marking systems are dictated by provincial Students assessed in this category will be notified by the Registrar’s
or federal agencies or organizations, those grading systems will apply, Office that they are at risk of failure and will be placed on academic
subject to dean’s approval, and will be published in course outlines. probation. Students are provided information about college resources
and encouraged to voluntarily develop a learning success plan.
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