Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) program

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The Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) program is a tuition-free academic upgrading undertaking that offers college and career preparation, helping you reach your academic goals through essential skills training. The ACE Certificate is recognized by all colleges in Ontario as a high school diploma equivalent. The ACE program offers a number of core course options in mathematics, biology, chemistry and English communications.

We offer a mix of online and hybrid courses.

The Academic and Career Entrance Winter semester will begin on January 8, 2024 and the Spring/Summer semester begins on May 6, 2024. Registration is underway! Call 416 289-5272 or email academicupgrading@centennialcollege.ca for more information.

Program Highlights

  • Tuition-free courses with textbooks included
  • Courses are offered in 14 week semesters
  • Smaller classes offer opportunities to interact with your fellow peers and dedicated faculty
  • Access to a wealth of free supports such as tutors, learning strategists, counsellors, and employment advisors to help you reach your post-secondary, employment or apprenticeship goals
  • The Government of Ontario funds this Employment Ontario program.

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This Employment Ontario program is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.

Course Offerings

COURSE HOURS

Time of DayHours
Day-time Hours8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Night-time Hours6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.