Community Adult Learning Program

Empowering adults with foundational skills for life, learning, and work

Keyano College’s Community Adult Learning Program (CALP) provides flexible, non-credit learning opportunities for adults seeking to build essential skills in reading, writing, math, digital literacy, and English language learning.

Whether you’re improving your English, preparing for the workforce, or supporting your family learning, CALP offers inclusive, flexible learning opportunities tailored to your goals.

Programs and Workshops:

English Language Learning (ELL) – Multi-level English classes for newcomers and English language learners
Adult Literacy – Improve reading, writing, and math skills
Workforce & Employment Skills – Build job search skills, write résumés, and prepare for workplace success
Driver’s Knowledge Test Prep – Get ready for the Alberta Class 7 learner’s test with guided instruction and test practice
Digital Literacy – Learn to use computers, email, the internet, and protect your information online
Family Literacy – Bond with your children (ages 2–8) through interactive reading, writing, and numeracy activities
CELPIP Test Preparation – Prepare for the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) test through study groups
Cohort learning and in-community tailored sessions are also available. Contact calp@keyano.ca for more information.

Where It Can Take You

Completing CALP can open doors to further learning and credential opportunities, such as:

Academic Foundations - build foundational skills for further studies
College Preparation - prepare for entry into post‐secondary programs
High School Equivalency - earn a credential equivalent to a high school diploma

Who Can Enroll in CALP?

Adults aged 18+ years | Alberta residents | No prior education or high school completion required

English Language Learning

Learn to speak, read, and understand English. Students are assessed and placed at the right level every two months.

Levels Offered:

ELL Literacy – Introductory English for beginners
ELL Level 1 – Learning to speak basic English
ELL Level 2 – English for everyday life

Adult Literacy Classes

We offer classes to help build your skills and confidence with:

Word use and sentence structure in daily correspondence
Complex sentence structures and expanded word use in stories
Academic skills up to Grade 10, including textbook use, documents, and essays
Improve reading, writing, and math skills

Canadian Adult Education Credential Preparation (CAEC) Support:

Get ready for the CAEC exam with instruction in:

Reading, writing, math, science, and social studies
Study habits and test-taking strategies

Prerequisite: CLB 5 or higher

Job Planning Workshop

Boost your career-readiness with workshops on:

Career exploration, job searching, and resumes
Interview skills and workplace culture in Canada
Networking and communication
Digital skills (typing and email, online safety and cyber awareness and basic computer and internet skills)

Eligibility: Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4+

Driver’s Workshop

Prepare for the Alberta Class 7 learner’s test with reading strategies, practice tests, and exam support.

Digital Skills Workshops

Learn how to use computers, email, internet, and stay safe online.

Family Literacy

Interactive reading, writing, and learning sessions for parents/caregivers and children (ages 2–8).

CELPIP Assistance

Get help preparing for the Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP) English proficiency test.

Prepare in a supportive setting
Requires completion of Practice Test A before class
Register in person at Keyano College Testing Services (Bob Lamb Building)

Strengthen Your Skills

Online Preparatory Math for Power Engineers

Brush up on essential math skills before starting your Power Engineering journey. Ideal for incoming CML and Co-op students. Covers foundational math concepts needed for success in certification courses.

Explore Preparatory Math for Power Engineers

How to Apply

CALP classes and workshops run September through June.

Email: calp@keyano.ca

Text/Call: 587-646-4358

All offerings are subject to availability and often have waitlists.