Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Certificate (OSSC) or be at least 19 years of age by the start of classes Submit a complete application, which demonstrates:
- academic needs that require curriculum modification in order to succeed;
- the ability to provide his or her own transportation to and from the college and field placement locations;
- a level of independence which does not require constant supervision; and,
- a willingness to participate fully in the program.
For OSSD equivalency options, see Admission Requirements.
Stages of the application and selection process:
Stage One
Mail to: Admissions Department
St. Lawrence College
100 Portsmouth Ave.
Kingston, ON K7L 5A6
- As part of the application package, provide a confidential reference from an individual who has extensive knowledge of the applicant in an academic or vocational setting (family members excluded)
Stage Two
- Attend a CICE information session at the St. Lawrence College campus of your choice
- Applications will be evaluated and qualified applicants will attend a personal interview.
Stage Three
- Once accepted, obtain a current Criminal Background Check just prior to September of the first year of study and submit a completed Placement Immunization Form
Stage Four
- Attend the CICE Student Orientation
*Please note: Application packages received after the deadline will be placed on a waiting list depending on eligibility.
Prerequisites
Criminal Background Check:
Applicants are advised that Criminal Background Checks (CBC) conducted by the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) are required for programs with field or clinical placements. Certain criminal convictions may prevent participation in placements and program completion may not be possible. Attaining and paying for a CBC and Vulnerable Sector Screening (OPP) is the responsibility of the student, and these may have to be renewed every three to six months. Applicants with criminal records are advised to contact the Associate Dean/Campus Dean of the respective school prior to applying.
Health Requirements
IMMUNIZATION - COMMUNICABLE DISEASE requirements
Completion of the IMMUNIZATION - COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FORM is a MANDATORY condition
for your placement. THIS FORM IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
Download your IMMUNIZATION - COMMUNICABLE DISEASE FORM (pdf)
Questions regarding completion of this form can be submitted to: Immunizations@sl.on.ca
Note: Full-time students coverage for vaccines received on or after September 1, can be claimed under the Student Sickness & Accident Insurance Plan.
Articulation & Credit Transfer Opportunities
SLC graduates have many options to continue their studies with post-secondary institutions across Canada and around the world. Agreements between SLC and other institutions that are specific to this program are listed below. In addition, there are many credit transfer pathway agreements between colleges and universities within the province of Ontario. Please also visit www.ontransfer.ca to search for options relevant to your program area of study.