Mature Student High School
Elevate your future.
Are you an adult looking to further your education and achieve your high school diploma? The Mature Student High School Program is designed for individuals like you, who are ready to embark on a transformative educational journey. Whether you're seeking new career opportunities, fulfilling personal goals, or simply expanding your knowledge, returning to the classroom as a mature student demonstrates courage and determination.
Our program offers a supportive and inclusive learning environment tailored to meet your needs as an adult learner. With flexible class schedules and online learning options, we make it easier for you to balance your education with other commitments. Best of all, the Mature Student High School Program is tuition-free, making your educational goals more accessible and achievable.
Student Advising & Supports
Our inclusive learning environment features student mingling areas, study spaces, classrooms, computer labs, and complimentary wireless Internet access. Your dedicated Student Success Advisor will assist you in mapping out your education and career objectives. You will also have access to learning strategists, Indigenous supports, elders, and tutors, providing comprehensive support.
Want to earn your High School diploma?
Open the door to a world of exciting careers by earning your Mature Student High School diploma. We have small class sizes, focused one-on-one instructor attention, and a schedule that fits your needs.
Courses & Costs
High school courses are tuition-free*, allowing students to earn their high school diploma without the financial barrier of tuition fees.
To graduate with a Mature Student High School diploma, students must earn eight credits, four of which must be at the Grade 12 level, with mandatory credits in Grade 12 English Language Arts and Grade 12 Mathematics. To graduate with a regular high school diploma, students must complete 30 credits.
*Students are responsible for Students’ Association and material fees.
Courses
* College-level courses/dual credit
- MATH-0059 Applied Mathematics 30S
- MATH-0060 Applied Mathematics 40S
- SCIE-0004 Biology 40S
- SCIE-0024 Chemistry 30S
- SCIE-0025 Chemistry 40S
- PRAC-0162 Community Service 1 41G
- COMP-D353 Computer Skills 32C*
- COMM-0016 English 30S (Comprehensive)
- COMM-0159 English 30S (Transactional
- COMM-0017 English 40S (Comprehensive)
- COMM-0128 English 40S (Transactional
- COMM 0264 English Language Arts 20F
- MATH-0077 Essential Math 20S
- MATH-0080 Essential Math 30S
- MATH-0082 Essential Math 40S
- ENVR-0035 Global Issues 40S
- INDG-D009 Indigenous Studies 42C
- LAWG-0040 Law 40S
- PEDV-0288 Life/Work Transitions 40S
- PEDV-D322 Personal Management 42C
- HLTH-0226 Physical Education 40F
- SCIE-0011 Physics 30S
- SCIE-0003 Physics 40S
- MATH-0023 Pre-Calculus Math 30S
- MATH-0024 Pre-Calculus Math 40S
- PSSY-0078 Psychology 40S
- PEDV-0006 Skills Education Success 41G
- COMP-DXXX Word Processing 1 41C*
Schedule
The Centre for Adult Learning has two intakes: September and January. Courses are offered during weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Tools & Supplies
The Centre for Adult Learning will provide high school textbooks, which must be returned at the end of the year. Tools and supplies needed for high school labs will also be provided. However, you are responsible for bringing your own binders, pens, paper, and other materials to assist you in the classroom.
Program Checklist and Textbook/Supplies
Coming soon!
Admission Requirements
- Must be 19 years of age or over at the time of enrolment in school division/district or ALC programming directed at completing the Mature Student Graduation Requirements, or reach the age of 19 before completion of the course(s) in which he or she is enrolled
- Must have been out of school six months or more, and out of school long enough for the class, of which he or she was last a member, to have graduated from Senior Years; and
- Has not obtained a high school diploma.
No application fee is required.
English is the language of instruction at Assiniboine. All applicants educated outside of Canada or in a country not on the test exempt list are expected to meet the English language proficiency requirements.
Want to Earn a College Certificate, While Completing your High School Diploma?
Our integrated programs allow students to complete their high school diploma, while taking a college-level program. Using the dual credit process, some courses students take in the college program also count as high school credits. Students must have completed Grade 12 Math and English before entering an integrated program.
MSHS - Integrated Comprehensive Health Care Aide
Admission Requirements
- Must be 19 years of age or over at the time of enrolment in school division/district or ALC programming directed at completing the Mature Student Graduation Requirements, or reach the age of 19 before completion of the course(s) in which he or she is enrolled
- Must have been out of school six months or more, and out of school long enough for the class, of which he or she was last a member, to have graduated from Senior Years; and
- Has not obtained a high school diploma.
- Before starting the Comprehensive Health Care Aide program applicants must provide proof of current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation – Health Care Provider (CPR-HCP) or Basic Life Support (BLS)
No application fee is required.
English is the language of instruction at Assiniboine. All applicants educated outside of Canada or in a country not on the test exempt list are expected to meet the English language proficiency requirements.
The program includes two clinical practicum placements at the end of each of the two theory sessions. Senior practicum is four weeks in length and provides a variety of practical experience.
Applicants accepted into the program will also require proof of up-to-date immunization before practicum rotations.
Career Opportunities
Lots of job opportunities await you in the field of health care, whether you wish to work in rural or urban centres. Find employment in hospitals, personal care homes, acute and extended care, doctor’s offices, private care facilities, mental health settings and home care.
Costs
Fees are on the Comprehensive Health Care Aide program page, under the 'Courses & Costs' tab.
MSHS - Integrated Education Assistant
Admission Requirements
- Must be 19 years of age or over at the time of enrolment in school division/district or ALC programming directed at completing the Mature Student Graduation Requirements, or reach the age of 19 before completion of the course(s) in which he or she is enrolled
- Must have been out of school six months or more, and out of school long enough for the class, of which he or she was last a member, to have graduated from Senior Years; and
- Has not obtained a high school diploma.
- Before starting the Education Assistant program applicants must provide:
- Proof of current certification in cardiopulmonary (CPR) level C
- Current criminal record vulnerable sector check
- Current child abuse registry check
No application fee is required.
English is the language of instruction at Assiniboine. All applicants educated outside of Canada or in a country not on the test exempt list are expected to meet the English language proficiency requirements.
Career Opportunities
Graduates find employment as classroom assistants in primary, middle and senior years schools, direct aides for students with disabilities, social service agency youth workers and private assistants for children requiring extra help.
Costs
Fees are on the Education Assistant program page, under the 'Courses & Costs' tab.
Not Yet Ready to Enter the Mature Student High School Program?
If you're not yet prepared to enroll in the Mature Student High School Program, the Secondary Preparation program could be a suitable option. This program focuses on enhancing your English/Math skills through personalized assistance tailored to your needs. Best of all, there is no cost to participate in this program.
*Please note that the Secondary Preparation program is only offered at the Centre for Adult Learning-Parkland.
Next Steps
Schedule an appointment with a Student Success Advisor. During this meeting, your advisor will discuss your goals, provide information about our programs, and assist in developing a custom education plan. They will also guide you through the application and registration process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are dual credits?
Dual credits are selected college courses taken at the high school level and count for both college credit and high school completion. These courses are marked with an asterisk (*) in the Program Calendar and can be used for dual credit provided the student attains the required percentage determined by the college. It is a way for students to see if that program is for them and to reduce the number of credits required when they are accepted into a post-secondary program.
Is the Mature Student High School program the same as the regular high-school program when applying to a post-secondary institute?
Yes, both are regarded as equal when applying to colleges and universities.