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Grade 12 & Upgrading

In an adult-focused learning environment you will complete credits for a Grade 12 standing recognized by the Ministry of Education. Core subject areas include English, Canadian Studies, mathematics, science and 30-level electives to finish the Grade 12 program.

The Adult Basic Education program also provides educational opportunities for individuals who have completed high school and wish to upgrade specific classes.

Upgraders - did you leave high school early? Do you need a few more credits or higher marks in some subjects? Did you attend high school in a country with different requirements? Upgrading might be right for you. To enter into many post-secondary programs you will need specific high school courses and grades, which we offer in our grade 12 classrooms. 

More Info:

Information Sheet-Grade 12/Upgrading (82 KB)

Entrance Requirements

  • English language requirement
  • Students must have an overall CLB 5 score
  • Students must be a permanent resident of Saskatchewan.
  • Kindersley
  • Maple Creek
  • Martensville
  • Swift Current

Kindersley

2025
Schedule Type
Full-Time, Part-Time
Program Length
Varies
Start Date
2025
Approximate Tuition
$75 application fee, $0 tuition, $0 book deposit
Program Instructor
Mavis Mulder
More Information

Students may begin Grade 12 courses within one week of the start of the semester. Some start date exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis. 

Semester 1
September 3 - December 20, 2024

Semester 2
January 6 - May 23, 2025

*Classes run Monday to Thursday, from 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

You can take high school-level courses in an adult-focused learning environment while building your employability skills. This means you will be prepared to get a better job.

As a student, you help to build your own learning and career plan. Each unique plan is driven by your goals. The staff and instructors use your plan to support you through all the challenges and opportunities of going to school as an adult. 

Maple Creek

2025
Schedule Type
Full-Time, Part-Time
Program Length
Varies
Start Date
2025
Approximate Tuition
$75 application fee, $0 tuition, $0 book deposit
Program Instructor
Karugia Ndirangu
More Information

Students may begin Grade 12 courses within one week of the start of the semester. Some start date exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
 
Semester 1: September 3 - December 19, 2024
Semester 2: January 6 - May 23, 2025

You can take high school-level courses in an adult-focused learning environment while building your employability skills. This means you will be prepared to get a better job.

As a student, you help to build your own learning and career plan. Each unique plan is driven by your goals. The staff and instructors use your plan to support you through all the challenges and opportunities of going to school as an adult. 

Martensville

2025
Schedule Type
Full-Time, Part-Time
Program Length
Varies
Start Date
2025
Approximate Tuition
$75 application fee, $0 tuition, $0 book deposit
Program Instructor
Tanya Spelay/Kristy Heinbigner
More Information

Students may begin Grade 12 courses within one week of the start of the semester. Some start date exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis. 

Semester 1
September 3 - December 20, 2024

Semester 2
January 6 - May 23, 2025

*Classes run Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

You can take high school-level courses in an adult-focused learning environment while building your employability skills. This means you will be prepared to get a better job.

As a student, you help to build your own learning and career plan. Each unique plan is driven by your goals. The staff and instructors use your plan to support you through all the challenges and opportunities of going to school as an adult. 

Transportation from Saskatoon to Martensville and return is available for a fee. Please contact a student adviser for more information. 

Swift Current

2025
Schedule Type
Full-Time, Part-Time
Program Length
Varies
Start Date
2025
Approximate Tuition
$75 application fee, $0 tuition, $0 book deposit
More Information

Please note: all Adult Basic Education programming in Swift Current has been cancelled for the 2025-26 academic year. To be connected with other Adult Basic Education program opportunities, please reach out to Mary Jane Benesh, student adviser, at 306-778-5497 or maryjaneb@greatplainscollege.ca. 

What You Will Learn

Each location offers the following Grade 12 subjects:

  • English A30
  • English B30
  • One 20 or 30-level math
  • One 20 or 30-level science
  • One 30-level Canadian studies
  • Two electives 

Any requests for additional courses beyond the minimal education offerings may be available on a case-by-case basis in consultation with a student adviser, program coordinator and instructor. 

Application Process

Pre-registration is required before coming to the college.

Scholarship Eligible

These are secondary programs and are not eligible for student loan consideration or Great Plains College scholarships. However, students may qualify for assistance through the Education and Training Incentive (ETI). More information can be found at saskatchewan.ca or by contacting a student adviser. 

External Award

Adult Basic Education Persistence Award

More Information About Scholarships

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Find Out More

To find out more about the Grade 12/Upgrading program and course offerings, book an appointment with a student adviser today.

Toll-free: 1 (866) 296-2472
Kindersley: 306-463-6431
Maple Creek: 306-662-3829
Martensville: 306-651-1510
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