Western Québec coordinates quality education in six adult education and vocational centres. All centres provide quality English-language education over an immense and diverse territory which covers the Outaouais, Pontiac and Abitibi-Témiscamingue regions. Our Adult Education Services are also offered virtually through Distance Education for Adults Services.
Enrolment
- Canadian students – Canadian students may enroll at the centre which offers the program that interests them. As this may change every year depending on availability, please contact one of our centres for more information.
- International students – Western Québec invites international career seekers to experience Canada’s National Capital region and learn at the Western Québec Career Centre, located in Gatineau, just across the river from Ottawa, or at the Pontiac Continuing Education Centre, in a beautiful rural town just 45 minutes from Gatineau. Explore our programs on this page and contact Cindy Yao (cindyyao@wqsb.qc.ca), our International Student Representative, to get answers to any and all your questions.
To verify program availability, register or get more information on any of our vocational training programs, contact the centres directly.
Western Quebec’s six adult education centres, as well as its distance education service, offer the necessary courses so that students can complete their high school diploma, complete academic retraining, and complete the prerequisites. necessary to pursue post-secondary studies. All of our centers emphasize student success and preparation. The Charter of the French Language, or Law 101, does not apply to our general and professional adult training programs. Our English language courses and programs are open to everyone, regardless of their parents’ language of instruction.
Eleven different English-language programs are offered in our four vocational training centres across Western Québec. These programs can lead to a Quebec Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS or DEP), sometimes in as little as a year. Teaching staff in our vocational training centres bring a wealth of expertise and experience from the field to their classrooms, labs and workshops which are invaluable and inspirational to our students. Graduates enter hospitals or care facilities, dealerships, government offices, or businesses as skilled, qualified and competent individuals, who are equipped with the expertise to further advance themselves in their career of choice.
The Charter of French Language, or Law 101, does not apply to our Adult Education or Vocational Training programs. These English-language courses and programs are open to everyone, regardless of their parents’ mother tongue.
To verify program availability, register or get more information on any of our vocational training programs, contact the centres directly.
Are you thinking of a more fulfilling career? Eager to pursue further education? Looking for support and guidance? Look no further than SARCA, proudly offered by the Western Quebec School Board (WQSB) to all adults residing in the Outaouais region – free of charge.
Why Choose SARCA?
- Empowerment: Take control of your future with SARCA’s support.
- Versatility: Explore options, change careers, and enhance your prospects.
- Recognition: Gain acknowledgment for your skills and past experiences.
- Improvement: Enhance your job situation with qualifications tailored to your goals.
Distance Education in a flexible solution aimed at students who work full time, who have childcare responsibilities, who do not reside close to an Adult Education Center, or who have medical needs. To be eligible for distance education with Western Québec, students must live in Québec and be 16 years or older as of the July 1st immediately preceding the relevant school year. If you are in the position that would allow you to attend an Adult Education Centre in person, we encourage you to do so.
Our Adult Education Services are also offered virtually through Distance Education for Adults Services.
