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Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Adults
(A752)
Program Details
- Program Code: A752
- Credential: George Brown College Certificate
- Duration: 1 to 5 semesters depending on student’s goal
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Starting Months: January, May, September
- Domestic Tuition: There are no fees. This program is funded by Employment Ontario through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD)
Program Availability
| Semester | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | Open | Not Available |
| Winter 2027 | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spring 2027 | Not Available | Not Available |
- PGWP Eligible: No
Program Description
Leadership Claims
George Brown Polytechnic is a leader in education and educational services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing staff and students offering Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A752) – the only college-based Academic Upgrading program in Toronto with all courses taught in American Sign Language (ASL).
Program Overview
Academic Upgrading for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A752) is a tuition-free program for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students who want to upgrade their English, ASL, and math for success in further education, training, or employment.
Please Note: Students will have the choice to take some courses either in-person (on-campus) or online, subject to availability. Registered students who are regularly attending the program may be eligible to receive a transportation subsidy, a netbook, and/or monthly Internet device.
Full Description
Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A752) is a tuition-free program specifically geared to the needs and interests of Deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
All classes are delivered in ASL, and courses are offered at the following levels:
Math:
- Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) Workplace Math
- ACE Business Math (grade 12C equivalent course for college admission purposes)
- ACE Apprenticeship Math (grade 12C equivalent course for college or apprenticeship admission purposes)
- ACE Technology Math (grade 12C equivalent course for college admission purposes)
American Sign Language (ASL)
- American Sign Language I
Communications
- Pre-foundations
- Foundations
The program has intakes in January and September. Acceptance is based on an ASL and English assessment and interview.
This program is funded by Employment Ontario through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD).
Alumni Impact
We are immensely proud of the contributions of our alumni in Toronto and around the globe.
From Michelin-starred restaurants to major construction, entertainment, community and financial organizations, our graduates are truly making an impact across a range of industries.
Courses
SEMESTER 1
| CODE | COURSE NAME |
|---|---|
| ASL 7000 | American Sign Language – ASL 1 |
| ASL 7001 | Academic ASL |
| ENGL7071 | Pre-Foundations Communications |
| ENGL7073 | Foundations Communications |
| ENGL7075 | Pre-ACE Communications |
| MATH7068 | ACE Workplace Mathematics |
| MATH7070 | Pre-Ace Mathematics |
| MATH7072 | Financial Literacy |
| MATH7136 | ACE Mathematics for Business |
| MATH7137 | ACE Mathematics for Apprenticeship |
| MATH7138 | ACE Mathematics for Technology |
| PREP7139 | Learning Strategies |
| PREP7142 | Career and Life Planning |
Course Outline URL
Program Learning Outcomes
Every Ontario community college program is designed to deliver a set of specific program learning outcomes. Program learning outcomes are statements that describe the knowledge and skills that students are expected to demonstrate by the end of their program of study.
Programs are designed to deliver both vocation or discipline-specific learning outcomes and more generic essential employability skills (including communication, numeracy, critical thinking and problem-solving, information management, interpersonal and personal skills).
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
There are no fees. This program is funded by Employment Ontario through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD)
Financial Assistance
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Admission Requirements
- Admission testing and interview, demonstrating proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English.
This program is for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students who use American Sign Language and are 19 years of age or older.
How to Apply
To apply for the Deaf Academic Upgrading Program, complete your application form.
Contact Us
The Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults' office is located within the School of Work and College Preparation. The office is located at 200 King Street East, Toronto, Ontario.
Intake staff can be reached via email at deafupgrading@georgebrown.ca.
To apply for the Deaf Academic Upgrading Program, complete your application form.
Visit Our Campus
Learn more about our other Deaf Academic Upgrading program area, Deaf Learn Now.
Program Description
Leadership Claims
George Brown Polytechnic is a leader in education and educational services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing staff and students offering Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A752) – the only college-based Academic Upgrading program in Toronto with all courses taught in American Sign Language (ASL).
Program Overview
Academic Upgrading for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A752) is a tuition-free program for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students who want to upgrade their English, ASL, and math for success in further education, training, or employment.
Please Note: Students will have the choice to take some courses either in-person (on-campus) or online, subject to availability. Registered students who are regularly attending the program may be eligible to receive a transportation subsidy, a netbook, and/or monthly Internet device.
Full Description
Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A752) is a tuition-free program specifically geared to the needs and interests of Deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
All classes are delivered in ASL, and courses are offered at the following levels:
Math:
- Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) Workplace Math
- ACE Business Math (grade 12C equivalent course for college admission purposes)
- ACE Apprenticeship Math (grade 12C equivalent course for college or apprenticeship admission purposes)
- ACE Technology Math (grade 12C equivalent course for college admission purposes)
American Sign Language (ASL)
- American Sign Language I
Communications
- Pre-foundations
- Foundations
The program has intakes in January and September. Acceptance is based on an ASL and English assessment and interview.
This program is funded by Employment Ontario through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD).
Alumni Impact
We are immensely proud of the contributions of our alumni in Toronto and around the globe.
From Michelin-starred restaurants to major construction, entertainment, community and financial organizations, our graduates are truly making an impact across a range of industries.
Courses
SEMESTER 1
| CODE | COURSE NAME |
|---|---|
| ASL 7000 | American Sign Language – ASL 1 |
| ASL 7001 | Academic ASL |
| ENGL7071 | Pre-Foundations Communications |
| ENGL7073 | Foundations Communications |
| ENGL7075 | Pre-ACE Communications |
| MATH7068 | ACE Workplace Mathematics |
| MATH7070 | Pre-Ace Mathematics |
| MATH7072 | Financial Literacy |
| MATH7136 | ACE Mathematics for Business |
| MATH7137 | ACE Mathematics for Apprenticeship |
| MATH7138 | ACE Mathematics for Technology |
| PREP7139 | Learning Strategies |
| PREP7142 | Career and Life Planning |
Course Outline URL
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
There are no fees. This program is funded by Employment Ontario through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD)
Financial Assistance
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Admission Requirements
- Admission testing and interview, demonstrating proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English.
This program is for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students who use American Sign Language and are 19 years of age or older.
How to Apply
To apply for the Deaf Academic Upgrading Program, complete your application form.
Program Learning Outcomes
Every Ontario community college program is designed to deliver a set of specific program learning outcomes. Program learning outcomes are statements that describe the knowledge and skills that students are expected to demonstrate by the end of their program of study.
Programs are designed to deliver both vocation or discipline-specific learning outcomes and more generic essential employability skills (including communication, numeracy, critical thinking and problem-solving, information management, interpersonal and personal skills).
Contact Us
The Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults' office is located within the School of Work and College Preparation. The office is located at 200 King Street East, Toronto, Ontario.
Intake staff can be reached via email at deafupgrading@georgebrown.ca.
To apply for the Deaf Academic Upgrading Program, complete your application form.
Visit Our Campus
Learn more about our other Deaf Academic Upgrading program area, Deaf Learn Now.
Visit St. James Campus
Book campus tourVisit St. James Campus
Our Virtual Tour showcases the following areas:
- Campus Facilities
- Student Services
- Applied Learning Environments
- Labs & Classrooms
Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Adults
(A752)
Program Details
- Program Code: A752
- Credential: George Brown College Certificate
- Duration: 1 to 5 semesters depending on student’s goal
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Starting Months: Open enrolment
- Domestic Tuition: There are no fees. This program is funded by Employment Ontario through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD)
- Spring 2026 Delivery: Semester 1: Online
Program Availability
| Semester | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | Continuous Open Enrollment | Not Available |
| Winter 2026 | Continuous Open Enrollment | Not Available |
| Spring 2026 | Continuous Open Enrollment | Not Available |
- PGWP Eligible: No
Program Description
Leadership Claims
George Brown Polytechnic is a leader in education and educational services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing staff and students offering Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A752) – the only college-based Academic Upgrading program in Toronto with all courses taught in American Sign Language (ASL).
Program Overview
Academic Upgrading for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A752) is a tuition-free program for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students who want to upgrade their English, ASL, and math for success in further education, training, or employment.
PLEASE NOTE: Students will have the choice to take some courses either in-person (on-campus) or online, subject to availability. Registered students who are regularly attending the program may be eligible to receive a transportation subsidy, a netbook, and/or monthly Internet device.
Full Description
Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A752) is a tuition-free program specifically geared to the needs and interests of Deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
All classes are delivered in ASL, and courses are offered at the following levels:
Math:
- Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) Workplace Math
- ACE Business Math (grade 12C equivalent course for college admission purposes)
- ACE Apprenticeship Math (grade 12C equivalent course for college or apprenticeship admission purposes)
- ACE Technology Math (grade 12C equivalent course for college admission purposes)
American Sign Language (ASL)
- American Sign Language I
Communications
- Pre-foundations
- Foundations
The program has intakes in January and September. Acceptance is based on an ASL and English assessment and interview.
This program is funded by Employment Ontario through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD).
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
SEMESTER 1
| CODE | COURSE NAME |
|---|---|
| ASL 7000 | American Sign Language – ASL 1 |
| ASL 7001 | Academic ASL |
| ENGL7071 | Pre-Foundations Communications |
| ENGL7073 | Foundations Communications |
| ENGL7075 | Pre-ACE Communications |
| MATH7068 | ACE Workplace Mathematics |
| MATH7070 | Pre-Ace Mathematics |
| MATH7072 | Financial Literacy |
| MATH7136 | ACE Mathematics for Business |
| MATH7137 | ACE Mathematics for Apprenticeship |
| MATH7138 | ACE Mathematics for Technology |
| PREP7139 | Learning Strategies |
| PREP7142 | Career and Life Planning |
Course Outline URL
Program Learning Outcomes
Every Ontario community college program is designed to deliver a set of specific program learning outcomes. Program learning outcomes are statements that describe the knowledge and skills that students are expected to demonstrate by the end of their program of study.
Programs are designed to deliver both vocation or discipline-specific learning outcomes and more generic essential employability skills (including communication, numeracy, critical thinking and problem-solving, information management, interpersonal and personal skills).
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
There are no fees. This program is funded by Employment Ontario through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD)
Financial Assistance
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Admission Requirements
- Admission testing and interview, demonstrating proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English.
This program is for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students who use American Sign Language and are 19 years of age or older.
How to Apply
To apply for the Deaf Academic Upgrading Program, complete your application form.
Contact Us
The Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults' office is located within the School of Work and College Preparation. The office is located at 200 King Street East, Toronto, Ontario.
Intake staff can be reached via email at deafupgrading@georgebrown.ca.
To apply for the Deaf Academic Upgrading Program, complete your application form.
Visit Our Campus
Learn more about our other Deaf Academic Upgrading program area, Deaf Learn Now.
Program Description
Leadership Claims
George Brown Polytechnic is a leader in education and educational services for Deaf and hard-of-hearing staff and students offering Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A752) – the only college-based Academic Upgrading program in Toronto with all courses taught in American Sign Language (ASL).
Program Overview
Academic Upgrading for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A752) is a tuition-free program for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students who want to upgrade their English, ASL, and math for success in further education, training, or employment.
PLEASE NOTE: Students will have the choice to take some courses either in-person (on-campus) or online, subject to availability. Registered students who are regularly attending the program may be eligible to receive a transportation subsidy, a netbook, and/or monthly Internet device.
Full Description
Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Adults (A752) is a tuition-free program specifically geared to the needs and interests of Deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
All classes are delivered in ASL, and courses are offered at the following levels:
Math:
- Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) Workplace Math
- ACE Business Math (grade 12C equivalent course for college admission purposes)
- ACE Apprenticeship Math (grade 12C equivalent course for college or apprenticeship admission purposes)
- ACE Technology Math (grade 12C equivalent course for college admission purposes)
American Sign Language (ASL)
- American Sign Language I
Communications
- Pre-foundations
- Foundations
The program has intakes in January and September. Acceptance is based on an ASL and English assessment and interview.
This program is funded by Employment Ontario through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD).
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
SEMESTER 1
| CODE | COURSE NAME |
|---|---|
| ASL 7000 | American Sign Language – ASL 1 |
| ASL 7001 | Academic ASL |
| ENGL7071 | Pre-Foundations Communications |
| ENGL7073 | Foundations Communications |
| ENGL7075 | Pre-ACE Communications |
| MATH7068 | ACE Workplace Mathematics |
| MATH7070 | Pre-Ace Mathematics |
| MATH7072 | Financial Literacy |
| MATH7136 | ACE Mathematics for Business |
| MATH7137 | ACE Mathematics for Apprenticeship |
| MATH7138 | ACE Mathematics for Technology |
| PREP7139 | Learning Strategies |
| PREP7142 | Career and Life Planning |
Course Outline URL
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
There are no fees. This program is funded by Employment Ontario through the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD)
Financial Assistance
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
This program is not eligible for OSAP funding.
Admission Requirements
- Admission testing and interview, demonstrating proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English.
This program is for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students who use American Sign Language and are 19 years of age or older.
How to Apply
To apply for the Deaf Academic Upgrading Program, complete your application form.
Program Learning Outcomes
Every Ontario community college program is designed to deliver a set of specific program learning outcomes. Program learning outcomes are statements that describe the knowledge and skills that students are expected to demonstrate by the end of their program of study.
Programs are designed to deliver both vocation or discipline-specific learning outcomes and more generic essential employability skills (including communication, numeracy, critical thinking and problem-solving, information management, interpersonal and personal skills).
Contact Us
The Academic Upgrading Program for Deaf and hard-of-hearing adults' office is located within the School of Work and College Preparation. The office is located at 200 King Street East, Toronto, Ontario.
Intake staff can be reached via email at deafupgrading@georgebrown.ca.
To apply for the Deaf Academic Upgrading Program, complete your application form.
Visit Our Campus
Learn more about our other Deaf Academic Upgrading program area, Deaf Learn Now.
Visit St. James Campus
Book campus tourVisit St. James Campus
Our Virtual Tour showcases the following areas:
- Campus Facilities
- Student Services
- Applied Learning Environments
- Labs & Classrooms