George Brown College is a leader in education and educational services for deaf and hard-of-hearing people. This is the only college program of its kind in Toronto, with all courses taught in American Sign Language (ASL). The program is for those deaf and hard-of-hearing students who want to upgrade their English, math and computer literacy skills for further education and/or employment. Each course is specifically geared to the needs and interests of deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
Academic Upgrading is a free full-time day program for students who need to improve their reading, writing, math, computer, and study skills. Upgrading prepares students for post-secondary study, further skills training, or employment. Students are placed according to assessment results and academic or employment goals in Literacy and Basic Skills Level 4, Level 5, or ACE (Academic and Career Entrance). Courses in science are also offered at the ACE level. Students are provided with advising services and may be eligible for transportation allowance. The program runs year round and has a monthly intake.
Academic Upgrading is a free full-time day program for students who need to improve their reading, writing, math, computer, and study skills. Upgrading prepares students for post-secondary study, further skills training, or employment. Students are placed according to assessment results and academic or employment goals in Literacy and Basic Skills Level 4, Level 5, or ACE (Academic and Career Entrance). Courses in science are also offered at the ACE level. Students are provided with advising services and may be eligible for transportation allowance. The program runs year round and has a monthly intake.
This unique program provides people with addiction or mental health history who see work as part of the recovery process, the opportunity to receive training and employment in the food service industry. The goal of this program is to help people with barriers to training and employment take the first steps towards a job in Toronto’s food industry.
This one-of-a-kind diploma will provide you with specialized knowledge in the field of aging in order to design and deliver meaningful programs to enhance the quality of life of older persons.
This one-of-a-kind diploma will provide you with specialized knowledge in the field of aging in order to design and deliver meaningful programs to enhance the quality of life of older persons.
Are you passionate about wine, beer and other types of beverages? Do you dream of becoming the kind of expert who can pair food and beverages for the most discerning customer, or find the perfect wine for any menu or special event? If so, this program can help you realize your dream.
This three-year program trains sign language interpreters. The program emphasizes skills in English, ASL translation and interpretation, and knowledge of Deaf culture. Students take many of their classes in American Sign Language and do a substantial amount of their classwork in our on-site language laboratory. Students also do community-based placements with working interpreters and with Deaf mentors.