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College Transition

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CERTIFICATE

  • School of Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism
  • Duration: One Year


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Bay St. George - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Carbonear - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Clarenville - Blended delivery - September 2025
Corner Brook - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Gander - Blended delivery - September 2025
Grand Falls-Windsor - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Happy Valley-Goose Bay - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Labrador West - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Prince Philip Drive - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Online - Asynchronous delivery - September 2025
Online - Synchronous delivery - September 2025

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Overview

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Blended: Some courses, or parts of courses, in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location, while other courses, or parts of courses, will be delivered online or virtually to students at another location.
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Online Synchronous: Delivered fully online with live, scheduled videoconference classes. The instructor and the students in the course engage with the course content and each other at the same time, from different locations.
Bay St. George - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Carbonear - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Clarenville - Blended delivery - September 2025
Corner Brook - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Gander - Blended delivery - September 2025
Grand Falls-Windsor - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Happy Valley-Goose Bay - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Labrador West - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Prince Philip Drive - On Campus delivery - September 2025
Online - Asynchronous delivery - September 2025
Online - Synchronous delivery - September 2025

If you are a high school graduate or mature student seeking to upgrade, then our College Transition program is for you. Our flexible delivery options allow you to enroll in courses that are customized for your interests and skill levels and will prepare you for success in the world of higher education. You can select courses in English, math, and science, and choose from social science and electives which can be transferred to other college programs. (NOTE: the range of course offerings may vary among campus locations. Prospective students are advised to check with the campus location they may be attending to confirm available courses and delivery mode). 
 
Through this program, you will strengthen your academic skills, study habits, and strategies to help you succeed in post-secondary programs.
 
An amazing educational adventure awaits—enroll today! 

 
OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
  1. Demonstrate proficiency in fundamental skills in reading, writing, math, and sciences to meet post-secondary level expectations
  2. Apply effective study habits and time management skills to excel in their academic endeavours
  3. Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills, fostering an ability to make informed decisions
  4. Utilize technology and digital literary competencies to access, evaluate, and synthesize information effectively in academic contexts
  5. Engage in collaborative learning experiences, fostering teamwork and interpersonal skills necessary for success in academic and professional environments
  6. Navigate college systems and resources confidently, demonstrating an understanding of the academic and support services available to enhance their educational journey
  7. Evaluate and reflect on their academic progress, setting and adjusting goals to promote continuous self-improvement and lifelong learning
  8. Prepare for successful transition to higher-level programs by acquiring the necessary academic, career readiness, and life skills
REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLETION
In order to complete the requirements of the College Transition certificate program, students must attain 40 credits with a minimum Grade Point Average of 2.00. Credits must include completion of Essential English I and II, a minimum of 20 credits from Program Access and/or Student Success courses, and a minimum of 6 credits from Electives or Student Success courses. Students must also meet all qualification requirements for the awarding of a Certificate from the college. 

Admission Requirements


1. High School
Provincial High School Graduation Certificate, or equivalent
2. Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business-Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile)
3. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.
 
International Applicants – English Proficiency
All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into our regular programs; for more information regarding the College’s English language proficiency requirements please refer to AC-102-PR, Admission Procedures, Section 5.2 English Proficiency.

Courses


CODE TITLE Hrs/wk
Semester 1   Cr Le La
CM1060
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Essential English I 5 5 0
Minimum of 10 Credits from Program Access and/or Student Success courses    
Minimum of 3 Credits from Electives or Student Success courses      
         
Semester 2   Cr Le La
CM1061
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Essential English II 5 5 0
Minimum of 10 Credits from Program Access and/or Student Success courses    
Minimum of 3 Credits from Electives or Student Success courses      
         
Note: While it is possible to complete the required 40 credits by doing 5 courses per Fall/Winter Semesters, students who select courses with a credit value of 3 or less may have to complete more than 5 courses per Fall/Winter Semesters to graduate in two semesters. The maximum number of courses a student may complete per Fall/Winter Semesters is 7 and it is highly recommended to stay within 5 courses per Fall/Winter Semester.
         
Program Access Courses   Cr Le La
MA1040
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Math Fundamentals I 5 5 0
MA1041
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Math Fundamentals II 5 5 0
BL1025
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Introductory Biology I 5 4 2
BL1026
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Introductory Biology II 5 4 2
CH1035
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Introductory Chemistry I 5 4 2
CH1036
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Introductory Chemistry II 4 3 2
PH1055
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Introductory Physics I 5 4 2
PH1056
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Introductory Physics II 4 3 2
CM1180
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College English I: Reading Across the College Curriculum 4 4 0
MC1240
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Computer Applications I 3 2 2
PS1140
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Psychology I 4 4 0
PS1145
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Psychology II 4 4 0
SC1110
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Intro to Sociology 4 4 0
SC1130
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Family Studies 4 4 0
IA1010
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Indigenous History of NL 3 3 0
IA1200
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Indigenous Arts & Culture 3 3 0
*IA1010
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Indigenous History of NL and IA1200
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Indigenous Arts & Culture may be offered at campus locations where resources are available.
   
         
Electives
Students in the College Transition program may select electives from the academic calendar provided the course is offered and is available to the College Transition student.  The student must meet the stated prerequisites/co-requisites of the course, the student's schedule must be able to accommodate the course and the student must meet any other regulations that may apply.  Courses over and above the minimum credit requirements in the core program courses may also be counted as electives.
         
Student Success Courses   Cr Le La
SD1570
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Effective Learning 3 3 0
SD1580
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Critical Thinking 4 4 0
SD1230
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Career Exploration 4 4 0
SD1120
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Positive Mindset 3 3 0

 

Careers & Pathways


FURTHER LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Completing the College Transition certificate not only provides opportunities for students seeking admission to post-secondary studies, but also provides a pathway for future opportunities. The College Transition program serves as a crucial bridge, equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in post-secondary studies. One key aspect is the potential for students to receive credit for specific courses related to their chosen post-secondary programs. This not only accelerates their academic journey but also provides a solid foundation, enabling them to delve deeper into advanced coursework. The structured support and customized courses in this program ensure that students are well-prepared to meet the challenges of post-secondary education and capitalize on the opportunities that lie ahead. Students who complete the full certificate program may seek to meet admission criteria of Memorial University.


Tuition & Fees


Canadian Students

The confirmation fee is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance. It is required in order to hold your seat in the program.

Base Fees

Mandatory Fees

  • Application Fee - $30.00 per program (non-refundable) | Application Page
    Application fees must be paid for each application to the College.
    Application fees are only refundable if the program does not go ahead, and the applicant does not want to transfer the application to another program.
  • Confirmation Fee - $103.00 per program annually (non-refundable)
    Student must pay a non-refundable fee on confirmation of acceptance to each program at the College. The fee covers registration and student association fees and is paid annually for the duration of the program.
  • Academic Audit Fee (once per program) - $50.00
  • Technology Fee (per semester) - $83.00
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Full-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Regular Term (15-weeks)
Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism (per semester) - $1,197.00

Intersession (up to 7-weeks)
Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism (per semester) - $572.00
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Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Tuition Fee (per course) - $320.00

Regulations

Regulations Governing Payment of Fees & Charges

  1. All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term.  The dates are listed in the Academic Calendar on page. Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of Student Aid form on the first day of classes. These students are permitted to have fees outstanding until receipt of the Student Aid, at which time these students must pay their accounts in full.
  2. Students who have not paid all fees within the time limits given in these regulations may have their registration cancelled by the College.
  3. Students with outstanding accounts will be ineligible for a subsequent term, will not be awarded a diploma or certificate, access to register, and will not be issued a certificate of standing (transcript), grade report, or access to on-line grades until the outstanding account has been paid in full. It is the student’s responsibility to address outstanding balances and to work with their respective campus student services office on inquiries related to their account balance.
  4. Should the College cancel a program, all tuition and fees paid will be refunded.
  5. Out of sequence students registering or withdrawing within a term will pay a prorated tuition and equipment and materials fee per week.
  6. Students taking courses above their normal term load (requires application to extend normal course load per semester) will pay tuition for each additional course taken.
  7. Senior Citizens, 60 years and older, are required to pay 50% of confirmation fee and tuition.
  8. Students wishing to audit a course will pay 50% of the tuition and 100% of the technology fees (if applicable).

 

International Students

A fee, which is applied toward program tuition and compulsory fees and includes a deposit fee, is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance.

Base Fees

Mandatory Fees

  • Application Fee - $100.00 per program (non-refundable) | Application Page
    Applicants must pay a non-refundable fee for each application to the College.
  • The following fees are due within two (2) weeks of date of Letter of of acceptance to each program at the college:
    • Confirmation Fee - $103.00 per program annually (non-refundable)
      Student must pay this non-refundable fee on confirmation of acceptance to each program at the College. The fee covers registration and student association fees and is paid annually for the duration of the program.
    • First Semester Tuition- which includes the $1500 Deposit Fee
      Deposit fee - $1500 non-refundable, non-transferable fee.
  • Academic Audit Fee (once per program) - $50.00
  • Technology Fee (per semester) - $83.00
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Full-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Regular Term (15-weeks)
Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism (per semester) - $4,581.00

Intersession (up to 7-weeks)
Academics, Applied Arts & Tourism (per semester) - $2,291.00
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Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Tuition Fee (per course) - $1,046.00
Exceptions:
  • Heavy Equipment Operator (per week) - $354.00
  • Commercial Driver (per week) - $354.00
  • All other Trade programs (per week) - $313.00

Estimated Program Costs

The document below is meant to highlight estimated program costs for the intake of 2024-2025. The estimates apply only to International Student. All costs shown are subject to change without notice.

Estimated Program Costs for International Students (2024-2025) 


Making Payments

Application fee:
If applying online, the application fee must be paid via credit card when completing and submitting your application to College of the North Atlantic.

For all other tuition payments:
College of the North Atlantic has partnered with PayMyTuition for international tuition payments. All tuition payments, unless otherwise noted, can be paid via PayMyTuition. With PayMyTuition, you can pay your tuition payments from any bank, in any country in any currency at better than bank exchange rates. PayMyTuition is fast, simple, and cost effective.
Please note that you can only use PayMyTuition once you have being assigned a CNA student number.
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Regulations

Regulations Governing Payment of Fees & Charges

  1. All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term.  The dates are listed in the Academic Calendar on page. Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of Student Aid form on the first day of classes. These students are permitted to have fees outstanding until receipt of the Student Aid, at which time these students must pay their accounts in full.
  2. Students who have not paid all fees within the time limits given in these regulations may have their registration cancelled by the College.
  3. Students with outstanding accounts will be ineligible for a subsequent term, will not be awarded a diploma or certificate, access to register, and will not be issued a certificate of standing (transcript), grade report, or access to on-line grades until the outstanding account has been paid in full. It is the student’s responsibility to address outstanding balances and to work with their respective campus student services office on inquiries related to their account balance.
  4. Should the College cancel a program, all tuition and fees paid will be refunded.
  5. Out of sequence students registering or withdrawing within a term will pay a prorated tuition and equipment and materials fee per week.
  6. Students taking courses above their normal term load (requires application to extend normal course load per semester) will pay tuition for each additional course taken.
  7. Senior Citizens, 60 years and older, are required to pay 50% of confirmation fee and tuition.
  8. Students wishing to audit a course will pay 50% of the tuition and 100% of the technology fees (if applicable).



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