Registration, Eligibility and Expectations

Registration:

• Prior to registering, each applicant will be interviewed by Open Door staff to determine eligibility for the program.
• Applicant may be given a Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CCAT) in order that staff can more accurately appraise the applicant's achievement level.
• Students should bring their birth certificate and care cards upon registering.  If the student was not born in Canada please bring your passport, student/study permit, or permanent residence card.
• If possible, pease bring any information you have with respect to courses completed and grades achieved to date.  Be prepared to also discuss your goals, career plans and educational needs.
• Registration is ongoing throughout the year and an appointment is not needed.

APPLY FOR REGISTRATION AT ALTERNATE PROGRAMS

Eligibility:

• Students under 16 years of age must complete a screening process Student Support Services. Contact Don Wilcox at 542-3331.
• School age students must be 16 years of age or older and have been out of school for a minimum of six months.  Students not meeting this criteria must be referred from the principal of their last high school.
• Applicants over the age of 19 are welcome to either upgrade their schooling or complete their graduation requirements as recognized by the Ministry of Education.

Attendance and Performance Expectations:

• Students are expected to attend regularly and demonstrate reasonable course progress.
• Students are expected to spend their time productively, focusing on their coursework.
• Students should complete one course within 10 weeks of starting the program; otherwise, they may be required to re-enrol and pay another $30.00 registration fee.
• Because of the adult nature of the Open door program it is expected that all students will conduct themselves in an adult manner.
• The Open Door has a ZERO policy towards drugs and alcohol.