Adult students are mature students who have turned 20 years old prior to September the first of a school year.  As such, their education is no longer funded by the Alberta Government and those wishing to upgrade must cover the cost of their education.  The current adult rate through Career High Schools is $550.00 for a 5 credit course, or $110.00 for a 1 credit course plus a $98.00 one time school fee.  Adults wishing to garner this service can access career/educational planning and counseling; as well as learn about the short cuts and advantages given to adult students.  Through a partnership with Olds College, we provide this program for adult students. 

 Jason Heistad at Olds College (403-556-8351)  jheistad@oldscollege.ca  can assist students with the forms necessary when applying for government funding.

A mature student, for Alberta High School Diploma purposes, has many criteria, please come in and discuss this with us.

A mature student may earn senior high school credits after successfully completing:

GED Preparation Courses

In partnership with Olds College, Olds Career High School is offering GED Prep Courses.  The fee for this course is $550.00 + $100.00 (school fee) = $650.00.  The GED exam is written at designated locations in Alberta with an associated fee of $150.00.

High School Equivalency Diploma for Mature Students

An alternative to obtaining your High School Diploma; Alberta offers a High School Equivalency Diploma.  There are two other options available to mature students, they are outlined in the following links to Albertas Guide to Education

• Alternative 1
• Alternative 2