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KEYANO COLLEGE GETTING YOU STARTED

STUDENT VIEW BOOK 2025-2026

NATURAL BEAUTY & WONDER

IN A WORD? EPIC.

FORT MCMURRAY, WOOD BUFFALO

A PLACE WHERE WE ACHIEVE AMAZING THINGS TOGETHER

ALBERTA

NEW OPPORTUNITIES

AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME THAT’S TWICE THE NATIONAL AVERAGE

CLOSE KNIT COMMUNITY

DIVERSE POPULATION OF 106, 059

SUPPORT SERVICES

ACADEMIC ADVISING

Student Advisors help students find information on credit programs, admission requirements, and how to apply. The team also offers assistance in choosing courses and transferability of courses and programs.

Contact: student.advisor@Keyano.ca

WELLNESS SERVICES

Wellness Services provides a caring, inclusive, and respectful environment where students can access free group and individual support to meet academic and life challenges. Mental Health Coordinators offer a safe and confidential services for students seeking help with personal concerns, and provide group sessions to build coping strategies.

Contact: wellness.services@keyano.ca

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION OFFICE

The International Education Office is your one-stop shop for all things pertaining to life in Canada: they can connect you with our Immigration Consultant, assist with questions on campus life, and help you adjust to life at Keyano College.

Contact: international@keyano.ca

LIBRARY

The Keyano College Library has many resources, from helping you research your projects, booking a study room on campus, meeting with a librarian or renting from their educational technology library.

Contact: askthelibrary@keyano.ca

ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTRE: TUTORING AND SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTION

The Academic Success Centre is a learning space on the Clearwater Campus where students can gather to share ideas, collaborate on projects, and get new perspectives on learning from our tutorial staff. Tutoring support is available on a drop-in basis and is free of charge to registered students. Supplemental Instruction (SI) provides peer facilitated group study sessions to support students to master difficult course content while modelling effective learning skills.

Contact: academic.success@keyano.ca

ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES

Through group and one-on-one instruction, Accessibility Services supports student success with learning, study and test taking strategies, and adaptive technologies. Students with learning, physical or other challenges may seek help from Learning Strategists to address barriers.

Contact: accessibility.services@keyano.ca

Keyano College’s online application system gives you access to scholarships and bursaries for students. Applications for scholarships open in October, and they are awarded in the Winter semester. Information on how to apply will be sent to your Keyano student email. For more information on Student Awards, contact the Financial Aid Coordinator at financialaid@keyano.ca or check out keyano.ca/awards.

STUDENT HOUSING

Keyano College student housing provides our single students and student families with convenient, accessible, clean and comfortable accommodations during their studies.

CLEARWATER HALL

• 6 private fully-furnished single rooms per suite

• Shared living room and kitchen

• Three bathrooms

• Single housing $630/month

RIEDEL TOWNHOUSES

• 3-4 furnished single rooms per house

• Shared living room and kitchen

• Bathrooms

• Single and family housing

• Single housing $604/month

• Family housing (3 bedroom units) starting at $972/month

PENHORWOOD PLACE

• 3-6 large private single rooms per house

• Shared living room and kitchen

• 2-3 Bathrooms

• Single housing (2-3 bedroom units) $662/month

• Family housing (2 bedroom units) starting at $876/month

• Family housing (3 bedroom units) starting at $1,034/month

For more information on single and family housing options, visit keyano.ca/housing ACCOMMODATIONS

KEYANO HUSKIES

We have nine collegiate sports teams representing Keyano College, including the new Esports teams. Whether you have aspirations to join a team or just come along to cheer on the Huskies on game night, you’ll be part of the pack.

KING’S LOUNGE

This is the student lounge and patio on campus, come and join your classmates for a drink or a bite to eat, listen to some live music, play pool and more!

LIFE ON CAMPUS

STUDENT LIFE

The Student Life team on campus are here to help. They can support students through orientation, socials and more.

Check out the Keyano College Student Life page on Facebook for information on how the Student Life team can support you in your academic journey.

STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION

The Students’ Association of Keyano College (SAKC) is a student-led association, run by and for the students. Through SAKC, students can volunteer, gain hands-on experience, and apply for additional scholarships.

9 SIT DOWN RESTAURANTS

11 INTERNATIONAL RESTAURANTS

KEYANO COLLEGE CAMPUS

DIPLOMA AND CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

DIPLOMA PROGRAMS

Our diploma programs will provide you with the credentials you need to excel in your career. You can choose from a number of different diploma programs offered at Keyano College.

Business Administration Diploma

Business Aviation Diploma

Early Learning and Child Care Diploma

Environmental Technology Co-op Diploma

Computer Systems Technology Diploma

Governance and Civil Studies Diploma

Hospitality Management Diploma

Human Resources Management Diploma

Practical Nurse Diploma

Social Work Diploma

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

Keyano College offers courses and programs that award certificates. These certificates give you the skills and credentials you need to be successful in the area you are interested in.

Business Administration Certificates

Educational Assistant Certificate

English for Academic Purposes Certificate

General Arts Certificate

General Science Certificate

Computer Systems Technology Certificate

Health Care Aide Certificate

Office Administration Certificate

Early Learning and Child Care Certificate

Human Resources Management Certificate

TRADES AND APPRENTICESHIP

TRADES

Hands on training, taught by skilled trades professionals, will give you the skills you need for a successful career.

Power Engineering Fourth Class

Comprehensive

Power Engineering Third Class Co-op

Power Engineering CML 4th Class

Power Engineering CML 3rd Class

POWER & PROCESS TECHNOLOGIES DIPLOMA

APPRENTICESHIPS

Keyano offers several types of technical training for apprentices and a wide variety of heavy industrial occupations to make you job ready.

Electrician

Heavy Equipment Technician

Industrial Mechanic

Steamfitter/Pipefitter

Welder

SCAN HERE FOR A FULL LIST AND DETAILS OF TRADES PROGRAMS

SCAN HERE FOR APPRENTICESHIP DETAILS

UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS

COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMS

Keyano College offers collaborative degree programs to provide students with a unique opportunity to obtain a comprehensive education that bridges educational institutions in order to provide students with a success career and future while completing their degree in Fort McMurray, AB.

Bachelor of Business Administration

Bachelor of Education Elementary Degree

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

SCAN HERE FOR COLLABORATIVE DEGREE PROGRAM DETAILS

21:1 FACULTY TUITION CAN START AT $5,000 CAN

TRANSFER PROGRAMS

Keyano College offers up to one or two years of transferable university coursework towards a variety of degree programs. Students need to meet the admission requirements set by the receiving institution, but Keyano College offers courses that can transfer to the University of Alberta, University of Lethbridge, Mount Royal University, University of Calgary, and other successful degree-granting institutions.

Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Commerce

Bachelor of Science

Bachelor of Social Work

Bachelor of Engineering

Bachelor of Education Secondary Degree

SCAN HERE FOR TRANSFER PROGRAM DETAILS

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMICS

PROGRAM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMIC FOUNDATIONS

ADVANCED CARE PARAMEDIC

Completion of an Academic Placement Assessment demonstrating skills levels below the Grade 10 level

High School Diploma with at least 50% in the following:

• English 30-1 or English 30-2

• Biology 30 or another 30 level Science

• Math 20-1 or Math 20-2

OTHER REQUIREMENTS*

APPRENTICESHIPS DEGREES

MATURE STUDENTS (21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER)

Completion of an Academic Placement Assessment demonstrating skills levels below the Grade 10 level

Heart & Stroke Foundation: Basic Life Support (BLS) provider CPR is required (dated within 6 months of program start date).

• Resume highlighting field experience

• Valid Class 4 driver’s license

• PCP Certificate from an approved training institute

• Registered unrestricted PCP with Alberta College of Paramedics (ACP)

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

1. Management

2. Accounting

BUSINESS AVIATION

COLLEGE PREPARATION

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of:

• 55% in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2

• 60% in English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of:

• 50% in Math 30-1 or 55% in Math 30-2

• 60% in English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2

• Successful completion of Academic Foundations

Certificate; or

• Submissions of High School transcripts; or

• Completion of an Academic Placement Assessment test with levels above Grade 10

Transport Canada Medical Examination

Completion of the required Math and English courses (with the grades specified); or pass mark on the College Entrance Assessment

• Successful completion of Academic Foundations

Certificate; or

• Submissions of High School transcripts; or

• Completion of an Academic Placement Assessment test with levels above Grade 10

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMICS

PROGRAM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS OTHER REQUIREMENTS*

EARLY LEARNING AND CHILD CARE CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA

CHILD & YOUTH CARE DIPLOMA

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT

ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES (EAP)

ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY CO-OP

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of:

• 50% in English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2

RCMP security check with vulnerable sector & Child Care First Aid must be submitted on first day of Orientation

ESPORTS MANAGEMENT

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of:

• 50% in English 30-1 or

• 65% in English 30-2

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of:

• 50% in English 30-1 or

• 65% in English 30-2

Successful completion of Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4, with scores of 4, 4, 4, 4 in the skill areas of reading, writing, listening, and speaking respectively, or equivalent in IELTS, TOEFL, CAEL and MELAB

High School diploma or equivalent, with:

• English 30-1

• Math 30-1

• Chemistry 30

• Biology 30

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of:

• 55% in Math 30-1 or Math 30-2.

• 60% in English 30-1 or 65% in English 30-2

RCMP security check with vulnerable sector, Child Intervention record check, and Child Care First Aid must be completed before first practicum

RCMP security check with vulnerable sector & Child Care First Aid must be completed before first practicum

CERTIFICATES

DIPLOMAS

APPRENTICESHIPS

DEGREES

MATURE STUDENTS

(21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER)

Completion of the required Math and English courses (with the grades specified); or pass mark on the College Entrance Assessment

Mature Students can also be considered through a combination of an interview with ELCC staff and the College Entrance Assessment

Completion of the required English course (with the grades specified)

Completion of the required English course (with the grades specified); or pass mark on the College Entrance Assessment

The focus will be on strengthening reading, writing, listening and speaking skills, and developing research and academic study skills.

Completion of the required Math, English, Chemistry, and Biology courses; or pass mark on the College Entrance Assessment

Completion of the required Math and English courses (with the grades specified); or pass mark on the College Entrance Assessment

• English 20-2 level with a minimum score of 60% achieved or Canadian jurisdiction equivalent; or

HEALTH CARE AIDE CERTIFICATE

• English 20-1 with a minimum of 60% achieved or Canadian jurisdiction equivalent; or

• English 30-1 or 30-2 with a minimum of 55% or Canadian jurisdiction equivalent; or

• Deemed equivalent by completion of ACCUPLACER (assessment placement test)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMICS

PROGRAM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of:

• 50% in English 30-1 or 30-2

• 50% in Math 20-1 or 20-2

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of:

• 55% in Math 30-1, or 55% in Math 30-2

• 60% in English 30-1, or 65% in English 30-2

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

PRACTICAL NURSE

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of:

• 60% in Math 10 C, or pass mark on the College Entrance Assessment

• 60% in English 20-1 or 20-2, or pass mark on the College Entrance Assessment

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of:

• 65% in English 30-1 or 75% in English 30-2

• 65% in Biology 30

• 50% in Math 20-1 or 65% in Math 20-2

Competitive entry process applied to this program

PRIMARY CARE PARAMEDIC

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of:

• 65% in English 30-1 or 70% in English 30-2.

• 60% in Biology 30

• 60% in either Math 20-1, Math 30-1, Math 30-2, Math 31, or 65% in Math 20-2

Minimum 18 years of age, current Class 5 AB drivers license. Proof of EMR certification from an approved training institution. Please visit Alberta College of Paramedics for an approved list.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS*

CERTIFICATES

DIPLOMAS

APPRENTICESHIPS

DEGREES

MATURE STUDENTS (21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER)

Completion of the required English course (with the grades specified); or pass mark on the College Entrance Assessment

Completion of the required Math and English courses (with the grades specified); or pass mark on the College Entrance Assessment

A high school diploma is recommended. Must have the English, Math and Biology entrance requirements and must meet non-academic requirements

Prior to beginning practicums, students must complete medical forms, show proof of up-to-date immunizations, and obtain a Police Information Check with vulnerable sector clearance. Must be Canadian citizen or permanent resident

Completion of the required English, Biology, and Math courses (with the grades specified)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMICS

PROGRAM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

SOCIAL WORK DIPLOMA

COMPUTER SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY

CERTIFICATE & DIPLOMA

GOVERNANCE AND CIVIL STUDIES DIPLOMA

GENERAL SCIENCE CERTIFICATE

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of:

• 60% in English 30-1 or equivalent

High School diploma or equivalent, with a minimum of 60% in:

• English 30-1

• Math 30-1

• two of either Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Math 30

• one additional subject (Group A, B, or C)

• A minimum of 60% in English 30-1

• 4 subjects from Group A, B, or C (one group B subject)

High School Diploma, or equivalent, with minimum average of 60% in:

• English 30-1

• Math 30-1

• two of either Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, and Math 31

• one additional subject (Group A, B, or C)

GENERAL ARTS CERTIFICATE

High School Diploma, or equivalent, with minimum average of 60% in:

• English 30-1

• Math 30-1

• two of either Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, and Math 31

• one additional subject (Group A, B, or C)

OTHER REQUIREMENTS*

• Application Profile

• Successful pre-entry interview with Department

• Character Reference

• Child Welfare and RCMP Police check

CERTIFICATES

DIPLOMAS

APPRENTICESHIPS

DEGREES

MATURE STUDENTS (21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER)

Completion of the required English course (with the grades specified)

Completion of the required courses (with the grades specified). Additional subject from group A, B, or C not required.

• A minimum of 60% in English 30-1

• 1 subject from Group A, B, or C

Completion of the required courses (with the grades specified). Additional subject from group A, B, or C not required.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

TRADES AND INDUSTRIAL PROGRAMS

PROGRAM

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

1. Electrician

2. Heavy Equipment Technician

3. Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

4. Steamfitter/Pipefitter

5. Welder

POWER ENGINEERING: CML

1. 4th Class

2. 3rd Class

POWER ENGINEERING 4TH CLASS COMPREHENSIVE CO-OP

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

POWER ENGINEERING 3RD CLASS CO-OP

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1. It is strongly recommended that students have Math 20-1 or Math 20-2, Physics 20 or Science 20 (Alberta course only) and English 20

2. Fourth Class Power Engineering Certification

High school diploma with:

• English 20-1 or English 20-2

• Math 20-1 or math 20-2

• Physics 20 or Science 20 (Alberta course only) Or

Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) pass mark on all 5 exams (formerly GED exam)

POWER & PROCESS TECHNOLOGIES DIPLOMA

Valid 4th Class ABSA certification

High school diploma with a minimum of 65% in:

• English 30-1 or 75% in English 30-2

• Math 30-1 or 75% in Math 30-2

• Physics 20

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

UNIVERSITY TRANSFER ADMISSION CHART

For admission to Keyano College University Studies Programs, each applicant must be of age and/or normally possess an Alberta high school diploma or Canadian Provincial equivalent. Students must have an average of at least 60% in five appropriate subjects including English 30-1, and a mark of at least 50% in all subjects. Official transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary educational institutions that the student has attended are required.

GROUP A (Humanities)

GROUP B (Fine Arts)

GROUP C (Sciences)

GROUP D (Optional Subjects)

1. Social Studies 30-1

2. 30 level Language (other than English 30-1)

3. Aboriginal Studies 30 (cannot be used for admission with Social Studies 30-1)

4. Second Language (other than English 30-1)

1. Applied Graphic Arts 35

2. Art 30

3. Art 31

4. Commercial Art A, B or C

5. Communication Technology Advanced (5 Credits)

6. Dance 35

7. Drama 30

8. Music 30 (Choral, Instrumental or General) (5 Credits)

9. Music 35

10. Musical Theatre 35

11. Performing Arts 35 - A, B or C

1. Biology 30

2. Chemistry 30

3. Mathematics 30-1

4. Mathematics 30-2 (acceptable for some programs)

5. Mathematics 31

6. Physics 30

7. Science 30

8. Computer Science (CSE) Advanced Level, Career and Technology Studies (CTS) (5 credits)

Please note: Students must check their intended transfer institution for accessibility. Group D subjects are not acceptable for admission to the University of Alberta.

Students using a Group D subject for admission must present either one five-credit D subject or any combination of two three-credit D subjects from the following:

• Experimental Psychology 30

• Religious Studies 35

• Philosophies of Man 30

• Macro-Economics 30

• World Religion 30

• World Geography 30

• Micro-Economics 30

Students may alternatively present five credits of CTS studies at the advanced level from the following:

• Design Studies

• Foods

• Legal Studies

• Management and Marketing

• Fabrication Studies and Mechanics

• Fashion Studies

• Financial Management

• Information Processing

• Construction Technologies

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

UNIVERSITY TRANSFER ADMISSION CHART

PROGRAM

BACHELOR OF ARTS

Min. Average 60% with no mark below 50%

*Only one B subject to be used for admission

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE

Min. Average 60% with no mark below 50%

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION

Min. Average 60% with no mark below 50% Students apply to U of A in Year 3

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Min. Overall average of 60% with no mark below 50%

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENGINEERING

Min. Overall average of 70% (60% in English Required)

REQUIRED COURSES

• Engl 30-1

• A, B, or C

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING

Min. Overall average of 60% with no mark below 50%

BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK (University of Calgary)

Only one B subject to be used for admission Overall average of 60%

CERTIFICATES

MATURE STUDENTS (21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER)

Minimum average of 60% with no mark below 50% in: English 30-1, and subject from group A, B, or C

• Students must complete the Business Administration Diploma (2 years) p.11 through Keyano College with a minimum GPA of 2.3.

• Students will apply to NAIT for entrance to Year 3.

• Students with a Business Administration Diploma from a post-secondary institute other than Keyano College will be assessed by NAIT for transferability.

• Engl 30-1

• Math 30-1

• A or C (Social Studies 30-1 recommended)

• A or C

• A, B, C (Math 31 recommended)

• Engl 30-1

• A or C (Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 recommended)

• A or C

• A, B or C

• English 30-1

• Math 30-1

• Two of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Mathematics 31

• Subject from Group A or B or C

• Engl 30-1

• Math 30-1

• Math 31

• Chemistry 30

• Physics 30

Competitive entry process applies to this program.

• Engl 30-1 Min. 65% required

• Biology 30

• Chemistry 30 or Science 30

• Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 or Math 31

• Subject from a group, A, B or C

Competitive entry process applies to this program.

1. Engl 30-1

2. A or C

3. A or C

4. A or C

5. A, B or C

English 30-1, Math 30-1 (Biology 30, Chemistry 30, or Physics 30 recommended)

English 30-1, subject from group A or C. (Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 recommended)

A minimum of English 30-1 and Math 30-1 and two of Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30 or Mathematics 31 with an overall average of 60%

No mark below 60% in Biology 30 and Chemistry 30 or Science 30

Minimum of 60% in Engl 30-1

FIRST STEPS TOWARDS KEYANO COLLEGE

1 CHOOSE YOUR PROGRAM OF STUDY

Check out our website for information on the many programs Keyano College has to offer at keyano.ca

2 APPLY THROUGH APPLYALBERTA

Applications are submitted through ApplyAlberta. ca. Choose Keyano College as your College, enter your information, and choose your program. Please note, there is a $54 fee for the application.

3 MYKEYS

Once we have received your application, you will be invited to our Keyano College Admission Dashboard. MyKeys. Here you can upload your educational documents and other requirements.

4 OFFER

If you meet all requirements for your program, we will send you an offer for a seat in your program. Pay the $250 Admission Deposit and receive your Acceptance Email.

6 PREPARE FOR KEYANO COLLEGE

Once accepted, we encourage students to inquire into onsite Housing (when available) at housing@keyano.ca and to read their Welcome Package as it contains important information regarding your program.

Summer Intake 2025

Classes start: May 5, 2025

Applications open October 1, 2024

Fall Intake 2025

Classes start: August 27, 2025

Applications open October 1, 2024

Winter Intake 2026

Classes start: January 8, 2026

Applications open October 1, 2024