Courses:
Return to Learn! GED / Trades Entrance Readiness Program
In this program, we will help you with:
- Confidence in learning
- Time management
- Study skills
- Test taking and managing test anxiety
We will also work on:
- Reading and writing
- Develop skimming and scanning strategies
- Identify main ideas and supporting details in written texts
- Identify and explain compare and contrast relationships in texts
- Make inferences based on facts and background information
- Organize ideas in a systematic way for writing non-fiction and essays
- Math foundations
- Whole numbers
- Math facts
- Addition and Subtraction
- Multiplication and Division
- Fractions
- Integers
- Ratio, Rates and Percentages
Enjoy a relaxed learning atmosphere with a small group, and an instructor who tailors the sessions to your needs and your pace.
When: January 19 - March 30
Thursdays from 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Where:
The CALP at NorQuest
4907 - 51 Avenue
Whitecourt
Cost: $100.00 for 10 weeks
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/wpf326fER2
NEW - Mayerthorpe Basic Computers Bootcamp (Winter 2023)
Brush up on your computer skills or start building from the beginning
Bring your own laptop or use one of ours!
These sessions are designed for people learning Windows PCs, Microsoft Word, and basic email functions.
We will cover the following topics:
- Basic Knowledge of Computers
- Important vocabulary
- Common hardware and accessories
- Operating systems and applications
- File Management
- Types of computer drives
- Basic file management
- Copy, move, delete, and rename files/folders
- File explorer and searching
- Word Processing
- Create a document
- Save, retrieve, and print documents
- Formatting a document (fonts, margins headers, footers, etc.)
- Email
- Send, Reply, Forward
- Attachments
- Email folders
- Email etiquette for work and personal use
- Basic Troubleshooting and Problem-solving
When: January 17 - February 21
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm every Tuesday
Where: Mayerthorpe Public Library
4601 52 Street, Mayerthorpe, AB
Cost: $60.00 (for 6 weeks)
Space is limited so pre-registration is required!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/cpmX9U78jZ
Basic Computers (Whitecourt Winter 2023)
Bring your own laptop or use one of ours!
These sessions are designed for people learning Windows PCs, Microsoft Word, and basic email functions.
We will cover the following topics:
- Basic Knowledge of Computers
- Important vocabulary
- Common hardware and accessories
- Operating systems and applications
- File Management
- Types of computer drives and pointing actions
- Basic file management
- Copy, move, delete, and rename files/folders
- File explorer and searching
- Word Processing
- Create a document
- Save, retrieve, and print documents
- Formatting a document (fonts, margins headers, footers, etc.)
- Email
- Send, Reply, Forward
- Attachments
- Email folders
- Email etiquette for work and personal use
- Basic Troubleshooting and Problem-solving
When: January 24 - March 28
Tuesdays
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Where: The CALP at NorQuest
4907 - 51 Avenue, Whitecourt
Cost: $100.00 for 10 sessions
Need help with the fee or access to technology? We can help! Call the office at 780-778-3691 to learn more.
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/8PHzagHe2d
GED Prep (Winter 2023)
Focus on developing and improving your writing, reading, science, social studies, and math skills. You can also practice various GED assessment tests to help you feel more comfortable in a timed testing environment.
With a mix of online lessons and exercises, and an in-person study group, and a NorQuest College instructor, this course will give you the flexibility to work at your own pace, with plenty of support.
Note: The GED exams will be offered in Whitecourt on April 27 and 28, 2023!
When:
January 16 to April 25, 2023
In-person instruction and tutoring:
Tuesdays from 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Where:
The face-to-face sessions will be held at
Whitecourt Community Adult Learning Centre
4907 51 Avenue, Whitecourt
Cost: $302.50
Supports for learners:
- Funding support or a bursary may be available to help with the cost.
- Don't have a computer? Ask about our Chromebook lending program!
To Register:
Email: calp@norquest.ca
Call: 780-778-3691
Text: 780 220-6460
Homework Helpers: Math and LA for Parents and Caregivers
Want to be better equipped to
help with
your kids’ schoolwork?
This program will help you brush up on the basics, and keep up with the kids in Grades 1 - 8.
We will cover:
- Whole numbers
- Math facts
- Addition and Subtraction
- Multiplication and Division
- Fractions
- Integers
- Ratio, Rates and Percentages
We will also work on reading and writing skills for Language Arts. You will
- Develop skimming and scanning strategies
- Identify main ideas and supporting details in written texts
- Identify and explain compare and contrast relationships in texts
- Make inferences based on facts and background information
- Organize ideas in a systematic way for writing non-fiction and essays
Our instructor will pace the material to meet the group’s needs, to make learning (or re-learning) math a little easier.
When: January 18 - March 22
Wednesdays from 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Where:
The CALP at NorQuest
4907 - 51 Avenue
Whitecourt
Cost: $100.00 for 10 weeks
We can help you with the fees. Just give us a call!
Call or text Odette at 780-220-6460 to learn more about how we can help, and the supports that are available to you!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/g4fagjF1ny
NEW - Everyday English - Beginner ESL
Everyday English is a Beginner Level EAL (English as an Additional Language) program for adults who want to improve their English for daily life in Alberta.
We will practice reading, writing, speaking and listening. We will learn vocabulary, conversation skills and some grammar.
We will learn English you can use for small talk and socializing, and for important tasks like banking, communicating with schools, accessing healthcare, using community services, and more!
When:
January 17 - April 4
Tuesdays from 10:30 am - 12:00pm
Where:
Whitecourt Community Adult Learning Centre
4907 51 Avenue, Whitecourt
Cost: $125.00 for 12 weeks
*Subsidies may be available to help with the cost of the registration fee.
Registration is required for this program, as space is limited!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/rrDHLzjYgg
NEW - Intermediate ESL Foundations for Learning
This course will help you to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, and improve your online learning skills.
With a mix of online lessons and exercises, and an in-person study group, this course will give you the flexibility to work at your own pace, with plenty of support.
You will get access to an "online anytime" course, with an Instructor from NorQuest College. You will also be part of an in-person group that meets with an experienced English teacher in Whitecourt once a week.
In the course, you will listen to conversations to identify the main idea and specific details.
This course will help you understand and use vocabulary related to various topics. You will learn grammar as you need it.
You will read emails, paragraphs, stories, a novel, and written conversations about topics such as workplace problems and travelling in Alberta.
This course will assist you in creating and replying to emails, notes and other written messages at home or at work.
When you successfully complete this course, you will be able to do the following:
- Show that you understand personal or public messages related to everyday situations as those listed above.
- Follow written instructions related to these everyday situations.
- Correctly answer questions about these texts on familiar topics.
- Write short, formal or informal messages on these topics.
- Express clear ideas and information in writing and speaking.
When:
January 18 to April 26, 2023
In-person instruction and tutoring:
Wednesdays from 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Where:
The face-to-face sessions will be held at
Whitecourt Community Adult Learning Centre
4907 51 Avenue, Whitecourt
Cost: $302.50
Supports for learners:
- Funding support or a bursary may be available to help with the cost.
- Don't have a computer? Ask about our Chromebook lending program!
To Register:
Email:
calp@norquest.ca
Call: 780-778-3691
Text: 780 220-6460
English Conversation Café (Winter 2023)
The ESL Conversation Café is a safe place where adults from all backgrounds can practice speaking and listening in English, learn new vocabulary, and make friends in the community.
Each week, small groups will choose a topic to discuss, and our experienced English teacher will help lead the conversation.
When: January 9 - April 3, 2023
Mondays from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Whitecourt and District Public Library
5201 49 Street, Whitecourt
New participants are always welcome, but you must register in advance.
The cost is $100.00 for 12 sessions.
We can help you with the fees. Just give us a call!
Call or text Odette at 780-220-6460 to learn more about how we can help, and the supports that are available to you!
Registration is required for these sessions, as space is limited!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/cP1vbiSEDn
Tech Talk: Digital Skills Group Tutoring
Join us for drop-in digital skills support.
Gain confidence, practice using different devices, learn about online safety and security, get to know your settings, and learn more about the apps you use in your daily life.
Bring your own tablet or smartphone - Apple or Android!
When:
January 18th - March 22 (10 weeks)
Wednesday mornings
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Where:
The CALP at NorQuest
4907 - 51 Avenue
Whitecourt
Cost: $100.00 for 10 weeks
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/wZDjh224Tm
One-on-one Tutoring
Adult students (18 years and older) are paired with a trained tutor who can help you improve your reading, writing, math, or help you with basic computer and digital skills. Tutoring for new speakers of English (ESL/ELL) is also available.
Each tutor and student pair will work one-on-one, at their own pace, on your goals in reading, writing, math or English Language Learning.
Gain confidence, develop and strengthen your skills at your own pace, and open doors to new learning, community and employment opportunities.
New participants are always welcome!
To Register:
Email: calp@norquest.ca
Call: 780-778-3691
Text: 780 220-6460
*If you are interested in becoming a tutor, please see the "Become a Tutor" page for more information.
Registration Deadline: Ongoing
Hours: 1 - 2 hours a week for at least 6 months
Cost: FREE
NEW - Beginners' Book Club (Winter 2023)
If you never thought you could learn to love reading, then this is the Book Club for you!
Improve your reading, writing and thinking skills.
Beginners' Book Club is a casual, relaxed way to build your skills and confidence, and have fun at the same time.
Our tutor will lead the discussions, and will help with tips and tricks for reading and writing strategies. You will learn new ways to improve your reading comprehension and retention.
If you have struggled with reading in the past, or you find it frustrating, we will support you to explore and practice skills that will help make reading easier.
We will meet once a week to read, talk and write about great books, and connect over coffee.
When: January 19 - February 23
Thursdays from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Where:
The CALP at NorQuest
4907 - 51 Avenue
Whitecourt
Cost: $50.00 for 6 weeks
We can help with the registration fee. Call or text 780-220-6460 to learn more.
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/datLQcAbM4