Frequently Asked Questions

What are the pre-requisites to enrol in Sprott-Shaw Community College?

The pre-requisites required to enrol in a program are Grade 12 or mature student status (over 19). Applicants must successfully complete an admissions interview along with an entrance assessment. (See the Course Listings for individual program pre-requisites).

What don’t you provide tuition costs on your web site?

Program prices vary based on your past education, experience, elective selection and available scholarships. Click here for more information on Financial Assistance.

What if I can’t afford to go to school?

Our Career Advisors are available to guide perspective students on exploring our many financial assistance options. Assistance is available to those who qualify, this may include, Canada Student Loans, Employment Insurance, Native Band and Child Care Subsidy, etc.

What if I cannot decide my area of study?

Our Career Advisors specialize in matching your career interests with the local job market.

How are SSCC advisors different?

Our Career Advisors have your best interests in mind without any hidden agendas. They will not pressure you into registering, they will give you the information you need to make an informed decision. Click here for more information on our Career Advisors.

Is there Job Placement Assistance?

Sprott-Shaw’s Global Career Centre (GCC) contacts human resources departments of multinational companies to ascertain their hiring needs and follows up with job candidate applications professionally prepared by the GCC. Your Graduate Services Respresentitive (GSR) will be able to help you take advantage our Career Center. Click here for more information on our Career Center.

Can you assist me in finding childcare?

All of our Career Advisors can assist you in finding local childcare centers near their campus. You can discuss this and any other issue you have with your advisor during the initial interview.

Do you offer Typing Speed Certification?

Many campuses offer typing speed assessments and certifications both to our students and the general public. Please contact your local campus to find out if they offer the service.

Do you provide iPads or Tablets?

Some post-secondary institutions have been providing iPads as essential academic equipment. Sprott-Shaw Community College uses technology to improve educational outcomes, not simply because it’s in fashion. With most people having access to a computer and the internet, we’ve designed our G2 Learning system to use these to provide students with select e-books, web-based resources and assignments 24/7. At SSCC, we believe that technology can be a benefit to your learning, but we don’t want you to purchase or be charged for equipment you don’t really need.