Academic Upgrading - St. Thomas/Elgin

Free Upgrading Programs & Services

For an adult learner, often the hardest aspect of returning to school is taking the first step. At Fanshawe St. Thomas/Elgin, we recognize and celebrate the initiative involved, and welcome the opportunity to assist individuals work towards their goals. 

What We Offer:

• Assessments
• Academic and Career Entrance Certificate Program (ACE) - College certificate recognized as equivalent to an OSSD (Ontario Secondary School Diploma) by community colleges
• College Preparation for Adults (Academic Upgrading)
• Literacy and Basic Skills Program
• GED Prep - An Ontario High School Equivalency Certificate
• The training is personalized to assist you with your individualized goals, whether they are employment, college, apprenticeship, self-improvement or obtaining your GED

These programs are provided tuition-free with funding from the Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities.

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Community Employment Services - St. Thomas, Elgin & Aylmer

St. Thomas, Ontario (Elgin Centre)
417 Wellington Street,
St. Thomas, Ontario N5R 5J5 (Map)

Phone: 519-637-9876
Text your name and question to: 226-210-0956
Email: cesstt@fanshawec.ca 

 
Aylmer, Ontario
20 Talbot Street East,
Aylmer, Ontario  N5H 1H4 (Map)

Phone: 226-210-6800

Text your name and question to: 226-210-0956
Email: cesayl@fanshawec.ca 

This Employment Ontario program is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario and through the Canada-Ontario Job Fund Agreement.