Adult Basic Education

Program Overview

Are you dreaming of a new career? Have you been out of school for a while? Upgrade your future now at Northern Lakes College.

Adult Basic Education can provide you with the courses you need to meet your career goals! With flexible offerings, this program is an accessible and affordable way to prepare you for your high school diploma, career training, or employment. Remember: Yes You Can!

You can take classes from home or on-campus in an online setting as a part-time or full-time student. The ABE Program assists adults of all ages and abilities to reach their goals.

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Program Locations

Sep 02, 2025 - Jun 25, 2026 - NLC Live Online - Athabasca, Available Anywhere, Cadotte Lake, Chateh, Drayton Valley, Driftpile, Fort Vermilion, Fox Creek, Gift Lake, Grouard, High Level, High Prairie, Lacrete, Lloydminster, Loon River, Peace River, Peavine, Peerless Lake, Slave Lake, Trout Lake, Valleyview, Wabasca

Program Year

2025-2026

Program Length:

40 Weeks

Program Type

Adult Basic Education

Program Delivery

The Adult Basic Education program is available both "live online," and "anytime, anywhere".

Orientation takes place September 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 2025.

Second term orientation takes place February 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 2026.

Adult Basic Education Instructional Fees

2025-2026

Adult Basic Education Program Information Sheet

2025-2026

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ACCUPLACER assessment is required. NOTE: The -4 levels do not meet academic requirements and applicants must do an ACCUPLACER assessment for entrance. Placement will be determined by an ACCUPLACER assessment.

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