ADMISSIONS
Admissions Process
When you apply to Heritage College, we will walk you through our simple, easy-to-understand admissions process. There is no time limit to how long this process takes. Some students complete this process in only a few days, while others decide to take a few months to travel from the start of the process to your final enrollment. Our team will work with you every step of the way, at whatever pace you feel is right for you.
- Meet your dedicated Admission Advisor via Zoom, phone, or in person.
- Learn about the program through a detailed presentation.
- Discuss batch start dates, program pricing, and available financing options.
- Demonstrate proficiency in English and mathematics through a college entrance assessment.
- Submit required documents:
- Personal Identification, Proof of residence.
- Educational credentials and transcripts.
- Meet one-on-one with the Academic Coordinator online or in-person.
- Discuss:
- Academic expectations, class schedules, and curriculum/course.
- Practicum policies and learning accommodations.
- If all requirements are met, you’ll officially be accepted into the program
- Explore available financing options.
- Get guidance on applying for loans or setting up an installment plan.
- Review financial procedure requirements.
- Make it official! Sign your enrollment contract to confirm your place in the program.
- Receive your letter of acceptance and start getting excited about your journey ahead.
After you have signed your enrollment contract, we will schedule you for a one-on-one meeting with a member of our Financial Services team
- Get personalized support to apply for a government student loan.
For more information on all these options, please consult our Tuition and Financial Aid page .
Note: Due to privacy concerns and out of respect for Provincial regulations, we do not apply for student loans on your behalf. We are happy to work with you at every step of your application process and provide you with detailed walk-throughs and guidance. But to ensure your confidential documents remain securely yours, you will be required to complete the actual application.
- Join an online Program Orientation Session with representatives from all departments, including the academic team.
- Receive an overview of program details and meet the faculty.
- Review student policies, guidelines, and the learning platform to ensure academic success.
You have made it! Now comes the real work of studying.
- Get connected with the Academic Coordinator to prepare for your first class, including receiving instructional supplies.
- Get one-on-one support to attend live lectures and complete all program related assessments.
- Receive continuous guidance and support throughout the program from the Academic team and Instructors.
Applying for college can be intimidating, especially if it’s your first time. But don’t let that stop you from getting the education you need to start the career of your dreams. Our team of admissions and career planning specialists are here to help walk you through every step of the admissions process.
The easiest way to apply to Heritage College is to contact us and set up a meeting with one of our admission specialists. They will be able to walk you through each step of the application, from picking the program that’s right for you, to helping you apply for scholarships, awards and student aid from the government of Alberta.
Please visit our Scholarships and Grants page for current opportunities. You can also visit the Alberta Learning Information Services’ (ALIS) website for more information about our programs, career planning, admissions requirements, and provincial financial aid.
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Standard admission is for students who have graduated from high school or another educational institute within the past one (1) year.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age (for residents of Alberta and Saskatchewan) or 19 years of age (for residents of British Columbia and Manitoba) when they submit their application.
Education Requirements
Students must meet ONE of the following criteria:
- an Alberta high school diploma, verified by transcript
- a non-Alberta high school transcript from another province in Canada
- a General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)
Other Requirements
Students must meet ALL of the following criteria before being admitted:
- Students must provide a current (completed within the previous three months) Police Information Check (PIC). This check must be submitted before admittance to the program. The existence of a criminal record may postpone or prevent fieldwork placements, therefore subsequently affecting a potential student’s successful completion of the program.
- Students must demonstrate a minimum level of computer knowledge and skills.
- Students successfully complete an interview with the Program Lead, which will determine a potential student’s personal suitability to the program goals and outcomes.
Specific programs may carry additional requirements, such as physical fitness, English language proficiency, or immunization. Please check the individual program pages for criteria unique to each program.
- Applicants must be 18 years of age (for residents of Alberta and Saskatchewan) or 19 years of age (for residents of British Columbia and Manitoba) when they submit their application.
- Applicants must have a current (completed within the previous three months) Police Information Check (PIC). This check must be submitted before admittance to the program. The existence of a criminal record may postpone or prevent fieldwork placements, therefore subsequently affecting a potential student’s successful completion of the program.
- Applicants must successfully complete an interview with the Program Lead, which will determine a potential student’s personal suitability to the program goals and outcomes.
- Applicants must successfully pass our Wonderlic Test Applicants must demonstrate a minimum level of computer knowledge and skills.
- Complete our Wonderlic Basic Skills Test (WBST) with a minimum score of 16 (13 for Pharmacy Assistant)
- Demonstrate completion of English 30-1 and Math 30-1, or an equivalent from another Canadian province
- CLB level 6 minimum
- A score of 4.5 on the International English Language Test (IELTS) A score of at least 32 on the Test of English Language Fluency (TOEFL)
- a WES, IQAS, ICES, CES or another recognized degree assessments from Canada delivered to Heritage College