Academic Programs
Each SIAST campus offers academic programs that help individuals develop academic skills to gain the academic prerequisites required for further education and training.
Academic programs are secondary programs and they do not qualify for the Student Loan Program in Saskatchewan. You may qualify for the Provincial Training Allowance (PTA) that is paid monthly to qualified students who attend classes during the day.
Adult 12
The program provides the skills and entrance qualifications required by post-secondary institutions and the labour market. Adult 12 standing is recognized by Saskatchewan Learning as equivalent to the Saskatchewan 24-credit high school grade 12.
The program offers Saskatchewan 30-level curricula. You will receive an Adult 12 standing after successfully completing the following seven credits. A minimum of five credits must be at the 30 level.
- English Language Arts (2 credits required: ELA A30 and ELA B30)
- Canadian Studies (1 credit required: Social Studies 30, History 30 or Native Studies 30)
- Math (1 credit required: either at the 20 or 30 level)
- Science (1 credit required: either at the 20 or 30 level)
- Elective 30-level subjects (2 credits required: one may be a Prior Learning credit)
Level Three (Adult 10)
Builds basic academic skills and encourages you to develop employment readiness, living and social skills. This will enable you to meet the demands of the labour market and/or provide a foundation for further education. You will study communications, mathematics, science, social science and life/work studies. After successfully completing the program, you may proceed to further academic study, enter some post-secondary courses or look for employment.
Level 1 Literacy
An introductory program that incorporates communication skills in writing, reading, listening, speaking, interpersonal skills, lifelong learning and mathematics. Successfully completing the program will prepare you to continue further studies in Level 2 Literacy.
Level 2 Literacy
A continuation from Level 1 Literacy that incorporates communication skills in writing, reading, listening, speaking, interpersonal skills, lifelong learning and mathematics. Successfully completing the program will prepare you to continue further studies in Level Three (Adult 10).
General Educational Development (GED) Preparation
The program refreshes skills, familiarizes participants with the test form and builds confidence in taking timed tests.
General Educational Development (GED) Testing
The GED examination provides adults with the opportunity to earn a high school equivalency diploma. The examination consists of five tests in the areas of Language Arts Writing, Language Arts Reading, Social Studies, Science and Mathematics.
- GED testing is held on a regular basis at Kelsey Campus; phone (306) 933-5555 for information regarding application procedures, fees and test schedules
- GED testing is held on a regular basis at Palliser Campus; phone (306) 691-8282 for information regarding application procedures, fees and test schedules
- GED testing is held on a regular basis at Wascana Campus; contact Registration Services for information regarding application procedures, fees and test schedules
- GED testing is held on a regular basis at Woodland Campus; phone the Learning Centre (306) 765-1767 for information regarding application procedures, fees and test schedules
Program for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (SIAST Kelsey Campus)
The program (PDHH) helps deaf and hard of hearing adults prepare for today's job market by upgrading their education and employment readiness skills.
The program collaborates with Saskatchewan Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (SDHHS) to assist adults who are deaf or hard of hearing to assess readiness and to enter into PDHH.
- Voice/TTY - SDHHS, Saskatoon Office: 1-800-667-6575
- Voice/TTY - SDHHS, Regina Office: 1-800-565-3323
Transition to Post-Secondary Education and Employment (SIAST Kelsey Campus)
Transition to Post-Secondary assists adults with diagnosed Learning Disabilities (LD) and/or Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD) to develop the skills and strategies needed to be independent learners in post-secondary education or employment. Students are required to have a grade 12 standing before entering the Transition program.
- download the Program Brochure (pdf) for information on the three-step application process, program schedule, program expectations and learning goals
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print off, complete and send in your Application Form (pdf) for the Transition to Post-Secondary Education and Employment program
Access (SIAST Palliser Campus)
Access is a 10-week entry course that prepares students for further academic studies or to enter employment. Successful students leave with a career plan to further their academic studies or an updated resume to help them enter the work force.
The course is primarily for (but not limited to) students who have not completed grade 10. If you have not completed grade 10, you must complete Access before entering Level 1 Literacy or Adult 10.
Intake and Assessment (SIAST Wascana Campus)
The program will help you determine your academic strengths and needs and will help you develop a personal learning picture. At the end of the program you will have the option of continuing on with your academic studies or be prepared for entry into the workforce.
Contact Us
For more information about Basic Education programs, please contact the SIAST campus nearest you or use our toll free phone number and call 1-866-goSIAST.
| SIAST Kelsey Campus (Saskatoon) Pre-testing of basic reading, writing and mathematics skills occurs Tuesdays at 12:00 p.m. in room 129C. Phone: (306) 659-4051 Email: bekelsey@siast.sk.ca |
| SIAST Palliser Campus (Moose Jaw) Students are admitted on a continuous (every two weeks) basis. Phone: (306) 691-8282 Email: bepalliser@siast.sk.ca |
| SIAST Wascana Campus (Regina) Phone: (306) 775-7489 Email: bewascana@siast.sk.ca |
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SIAST Woodland Campus (Prince Albert)
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