Youth to Postsecondary Program - Seneca Polytechnic, Toronto, Canada

Free Postsecondary Preparation for Youth 18 to 30.

Not having a high school diploma can make pursuing college, an apprenticeship or finding a job challenging. Seneca’s free Youth to Postsecondary (Y2P) program can help you to earn equivalent credentials in just eight months without going back to high school.

For those with a high school diploma, Y2P offers the opportunity to upgrade and refresh your skills so you’re ready to pursue further studies or enter the workforce.

Location

Important - campus update:

To enhance the student experience, all academic programs currently offered at Yorkgate Campus will be moved as of the Fall 2024 Term.

We are working with government on the relocation of the Academic Upgrading and Youth to Postsecondary programs. Details will be shared as soon as they are available.

Start

January or September

Frequently Asked Questions

Program Highlights

open to students aged 18 to 30
classes are flexible, interactive and offer digital learning opportunities
benefit from Seneca’s support services including career exploration, coaching and much more
funding may be available for qualified students to further support learning (ex; school supply/equipment bursaries)

What You'll Get

opportunities to get Academic Career Entrance (ACE) level courses
develop academic and life skills including communication, critical thinking and problem solving
explore careers and postsecondary options to find out what area of study is right for you
graduate with increased confidence ready to pursue a postsecondary program, apprenticeship or enter the workforce

How to Apply

Contact the program co-ordinator, Silvia Nguyen.

Book an Online Assessment for Y2P

Assessments are currently being conducted online for Y2P applicants. To apply, fill out the requested information in this email and hit send. A representative will contact you regarding your assessment.

Please note: Seneca is collecting information in the email pursuant to section two of the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act for the purposes of arranging your pre-assessment and interview. If you have any questions concerning the collection and use of your personal information, please contact the Privacy Office at 416.764.0400 or email privacyoffice@senecapolytechnic.ca.