Community Adult Learning Program
Who Can Take CALP Classes? Ways to Learn How to Apply Workshops
The Community Adult Learning Program (CALP) at Keyano College offers informal, non-credit learning opportunities tailored for adults living in Alberta. Our classes are flexible, personalized, and led by skilled instructors. CALP assists adults in enhancing their reading, writing, math, basic digital skills, and English Language Learning (ELL/ESL), focusing on building skills that support continuous learning.
Learning opportunities are free or low cost for adults in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. Explore the courses and workshops available below.
Who Can Take CALP Classes?
All adults 18 years and over who reside in Alberta are eligible to participate in learning opportunities and access services and supports.
Ways to Learn
Classes:
English Language Learning | ||||||||||||
We offer three levels of English language instruction. Students are assessed and placed into the appropriate class every two months. There is a waitlist for these classes For definitions of each level, please email us. ELL Literacy: Introduction to English |
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Adult Literacy: Reading and Writing Skills Development: |
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Build your skills and confidence in Language Arts Reading and Writing by: Building your skills to enhance your ability to read, understand, write, and use various written materials. Improve your reading and writing skills to just below the Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) / GED level. Prerequisite: Students must be at an intermediate English language level (CLB 5 and up) prior to the class. |
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Adult Literacy: Canadian Adult Education Credential Preparation (CAEC): |
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By attending this course students will:
Schedule: Days: Monday – Thursday Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Workshops
Job Planning Workshops: Preparing You to Enter the Workforce |
This series of workshops is designed to help you succeed in your professional life. Whether you’re just starting out or want to improve your career, these engaging sessions cover important topics:
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Driver's Class 7 Knowledge Test Prep |
Prepare for Alberta Class 7 Driver's license with a dynamic instructor. Review the Driver's guide, improve study skills, and take practice tests. Limited to 15 participants. Those under 18 referred to Safe Communities Wood Buffalo.
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Digital Skills Workshops |
Boost your digital skills with Keyano College CALP! Our workshops offer hands-on learning for job seekers, newcomers, seniors, CELPIP test takers, and beginners. Enhance your skills, boost confidence, and stay ahead in today's tech-driven world. Topics covered include:
Location: Keyano College (details will be shared with registered students) Dates: on Registration from |
Family Literacy Classes at Keyano College invites adults with children aged 2-8 to join a fun and educational journey focused on reading and literacy. Meeting 3 times on Saturdays course offers interactive activities to enhance literacy, numeracy, and writing skills, while strengthening family bonds and promoting lifelong learning. Ideal for parents or caregivers needing extra help with these skills, and welcoming newcomers to Canada, the program aims to build a brighter future together. What We Offer:
Program Details:
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CELPIP Weekly Study Group |
Meet with others and an instructor once a week to study. With the assistance of CALP instructor students will meet for weekly to review all sections of the of the CELPIP exam ✔️ Practice together Day: Fridays Date: April 11 - June 13 Time: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Two-day CELPIP preparation workshop |
By the end of this two-day CELPIP workshop, participants will understand test components, develop strategies, know test center procedures, and become familiar with the digital environment. Complete Practice Test A and bring it to class. Cost: $80.00+Tax Start Date: To be announced End date: Time: 10:00 am to 3:30 pm (30 - minutes Break) Duration: 10 hours |
How to Apply
Our classes run from September to June. Once you’ve applied, we’ll reach out to you as soon as space becomes available. Please note that we currently have a waitlist for all classes.
For more information email CALP@keyano.ca , text or call 587-646-4358
Waitlist for Classes:
Apply English Language Learning
Workshop Registration Links:
For workshops we will contact learners one week before the class begins to confirm the workshop.
Register for Job Planning Workshop
Register for Drivers 7 Workshop
Register for Digital Skills Workshops
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