Programs for Adult Learners
Our current programs are listed below.
To register, you can:
- Fill out a registration form by clicking the link
- Call the Learning Centre at 780-778-3691
- Stop by in person at 4907 51 Avenue in Whitecourt
If you would like to learn more about our programs, please fill out our "Adult Learner Interest" form.
*Support may be available to help with costs, transportation, or technology. Contact the CALP team at the Learning Centre to find out more.
Courses:
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.
Hours: 1 - 2 hours a week for at least 6 months
Cost: FREE
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/6crHDidFsg
To register for a course call or text us at 780.220.6460, email us at calp@norquest.ca or fill out our Adult Learner Interest form.
Our Programs:
Adult Literacy (Reading, Writing, Document Use)
Want to improve your reading or writing? Need to feel more confident understanding and filling out forms?
Work one-on-one with a tutor, or join a small informal group to improve your literacy so you feel more confident to:
- Read and understand important safety information, policies and procedures, fill out forms or take on more responsibility at work
- Read with your kids, grandkids and other important children in your life
- Understand and fill out forms for school, doctor’s office, or government services
Math and Numeracy
Whether you want to improve your math skills to help out with homework, manage your family budget, or you need it for work, the CALP at NorQuest can help.
We can offer classes or pair you with a tutor to build your skills and confidence with:
- Whole numbers, addition, subtraction
- Multiplication, and division
- Fractions and decimals
- And more!
English Language Learning
The Community Adult Learning Program at NorQuest can help you improve your English. Work one-on-one with a tutor, or join a small informal group to:
- Practice your conversational English
- Learn English for the workplace
- Study English to help you connect with your community (school, doctor, government, volunteer opportunities…)
High School Equivalency and Trades Entrance Readiness
Are you thinking about going back to school? The Community Adult Learning Program at NorQuest can help you set yourself up for success.
- Work one-on-one with a tutor, or join small informal study groups to practice and improve the skills for learning you need to get ready for a return to formal education
- Go back to the basics to build your foundational math, reading and writing skills
- Take an onlie course with face-to-face personal support at our Whitecourt Learning Centre. Find the right combination of online, independent study, and personal support to prepare you for your next steps
See yourself here.
Through career-focused education and exceptional student services, we create opportunities for people from all walks of life that will have a lasting impact on Alberta and its people. At NorQuest, we aim higher and go further to ensure your success and that you have the skills to enhance the quality of life for you, your family, and your community.
We welcome you at any stage of learning to find your place here.
We are always looking for people who are interested in helping adult learners
Become a Tutor