Courses:
NEW - Survival English
This six-part workshop will help you with the basic English you need in daily life in Canada.
We will learn and practice:
- Greetings and Goodbyes
- Groceries and Shopping
- Schools and Teachers
- Doctors and Dentists
- Getting around Town
- Small Talk and Canadian Sayings
When:
Wednesdays
9:30 am – 11:00 am
Sept 20 - Oct 25
Where:
The CALP at NorQuest
4907 - 51 Avenue
Whitecourt
Cost: $100.00 for 6 sessions
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/EUXNArWETc
NEW - Brush up on the Basics: Spelling and Grammar
- Thinking about going back to school to do some Upgrading?
- Want to get your GED?
- Need to improve your writing for work?
This class will help you build the basics, to improve your writing, spelling and grammar at a junior high / high school level. Perfect for adults who struggled in school or who have been out of practice for a while!
This class is for people who speak, read and write English as their primary language.
When:
Wednesdays
1:00 – 2:30
Sept 20 – Nov 8
Where:
The CALP at NorQuest
4907 - 51 Avenue
Whitecourt
Cost: 150.00 for 8 sessions
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/f8h1MXUQKw
GED / Trades Entrance Readiness (Fall 2023)
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:
- Math foundations
- Whole numbers
- Math facts
- Addition and Subtraction
- Multiplication and Division
- Fractions
- Integers
- Ratio, Rates and Percentages
- 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
Enjoy a relaxed learning atmosphere with a small group, and an instructor who tailors the sessions to your needs and your pace.
When:
Tuesdays
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Sept 19 - Dec 5
Where:
The CALP at NorQuest
4907 - 51 Avenue
Whitecourt
Cost: $150.00 for 12 weeks
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/J7UjU8CVTL
English Conversation Café (Fall 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:
Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Sept 18 - Dec 18
Whitecourt and District Public Library
5201 49 Street, Whitecourt
New participants are always welcome, but you must register in advance.
Cost: $150.00 for 12 weeks
We can help you with the fees. Just give us a call!
Registration is required for these sessions, as space is limited!
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/cP1vbiSEDn
Basic Computer Bootcamp (Fall 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:
Tuesdays and Thursdays
1:00 - 2:00 pm
September 19 - October 19
Where: The CALP at NorQuest
4907 - 51 Avenue, Whitecourt
Cost: $150.00 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/PDzbG5q5MB
Tech Talk: Digital Skills for Tablets and Smartphones
Friday Morning Drop-ins Start September 15
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:
Drop in on Friday mornings
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sept 15 - Dec 1
Where:
The CALP at NorQuest
4907 - 51 Avenue
Whitecourt
Cost: $100.00 for 8 session punch card
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/gdYjmkkvf5
GED Prep (Fall 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, support from a NorQuest College instructor AND a tutor here in Whitecourt, this course will give you the flexibility to work at your own pace, and get all the help you need along the way.
Note: The GED exams will be offered in Whitecourt in October 2023 and January 2024.
When: Open start date
This "online anytime" course takes most people 10 - 14 weeks to complete.
Where:
In person tutoring at
Whitecourt Community Adult Learning Centre
4907 51 Avenue, Whitecourt
Cost: $302.50 (for Canadian Citizens; International fees may vary)
- 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
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