Programs FAQ
This page will answer your frequently asked questions (FAQ) about our programs. Looking for information about our courses or about Continuing Education at George Brown Polytechnic? Visit our Courses FAQ or General FAQ.
Can’t find what you need here or want additional help? Visit the Continuing Education Contacts web page for department contact information.
Do I have to register for a program?
In most cases, you do not need to register for a program. You register in (and pay for) individual courses that make up the credential requirements. Visit the individual program web pages for more details.
Can I get credit for a course I have taken at another institution?
You may receive a course exemption if you have completed an equivalent course at another accredited post-secondary institution, but you must officially apply for it in writing. Visit the Course Exemptions web page for more details.
How do I receive my credential for a program?
Once you have completed all of the program requirements, to receive your credential, you must request the credential in writing. Visit the Credential Requests and Replacements web page for more details.
Can I get credit for previous work experience or credentials from another country?
Continuing Education does not evaluate international credentials, but we do offer the opportunity to gain academic course credit through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) if appropriate. The PLAR process will assess the relevant skills and knowledge you have acquired through work and other life experiences. Visit the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) web page for more details.
How much time can I take to complete my program requirements?
Generally, you have three years to complete your program requirements, but this can vary by department. Visit the Program Requirements web page for more details.
What are the requirements for distance learning programs?
Distance learning programs offered by Continuing Education at George Brown Polytechnic are delivered online. OntarioLearn programs are also delivered online. For more information about the system requirements, visit the Online Course Requirements and Brightspace web page. For more information about online learning at the institution, visit the George Brown Polytechnic Online Learning microsite.
Do I have any flexibility in terms of when I register for distance learning courses for a program?
Some of our distance learning courses are term-based. So, as with an in-class course, you need to register in advance of the course start date or shortly after the course starts. (Register early for online courses to ensure course access is in place for the start of your course.) Other distance learning courses are continuous intake. A continuous intake course allows you to register at any time throughout the term. You then have a set number of days to finish the course.
What are OntarioLearn online programs?
By partnering together, institutions can provide a greater number of online programs for their students. OntarioLearn is a partnership between 24 Ontario colleges that offers a broad selection of online programs. We have selected programs from the OntarioLearn program inventory that complement our existing distance learning offerings. This means our students get access to a wider range of teacher-directed online programs while enjoying George Brown Polytechnic’s high-quality registration and administrative support.
The institution responsible for developing a program and its content is called the “host college.” Although you register with and receive your grades from George Brown Polytechnic, the teacher will be provided by the host college and all technical support will be provided by OntarioLearn.com. For more information, visit the OntarioLearn website or contact the Continuing Education OntarioLearn department at 416-415-5000, ext. 6543, or online_learning@georgebrown.ca.
Note that OntarioLearn courses and programs (with a few exceptions) are not equivalent to courses and programs offered in class.