FOUNDATIONS PROGRAM
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Foundations program is designed to strengthen basic skills in English, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science and Computers in preparation for both employment and further studies. Foundations courses are transition or bridging classes that prepare students for regular Grade 10, 11, and 12 courses. The learning outcomes of the Foundations program are designed to address literacy and needs up to the grade 10 level.
Click on these links for brochures describing the Foundations program: English | Chinese | Korean | Persian | Punjabi | Spanish
The Foundations English program covers seven core courses (Foundations English 1 to 7) and several companion courses (Reading, Writing, and Speaking & Listening). This program strengthens and supports learning for students who want to enroll in Composition 11, Composition 12 and English Studies 12.
The Foundations Social Studies program is designed to develop skills needed for further study in Social Studies 11, BC First Nations Studies 12, Comparative Civilizations 12, Geography 12, History 12, Law 12 and Social Justice 12.
The Foundations Mathematics program has seven core courses (Foundations Mathematics 1 to 7) and prepares students for mathematics at the Grade 10, 11, and 12 levels.
The Foundations Computers program prepares students for a wide range of technology related courses at the grade 11 & 12 levels, including Business Computer Applications.
NEW STUDENTS REGISTER HERE
(Please note this applies to a student that has never attended Burnaby Continuing Education. If you have taken classes within the last year, please register in the next section under “Student Registration”.
Here are steps of the registration process for NEW STUDENTS:
Step 1: If proper documentation is submitted, please see the next step. If proper documentation is not submitted, you will be contacted with details of what is missing.
Step 2: Once your online $35.00 (non-refundable) payment has been processed and your documents have been reviewed, you will receive an email with instructions for your online test. Please allow 5-7 business days to process.
Step 3: You will be emailed your results with further instructions.
STUDENT REGISTRATION
Students who are currently taking a Foundations course with Burnaby Continuing Education or have recently completed an online English assessment with us.
Day & Night classes will start in September 2023. Registration is now open.
Q1 = Day
S1 = Night
| Registration |
| Withdrawal |
| Course Verification |
NBAEC & SBAEC – Daytime Courses for Fall Semester. Q1 = Day, S1 = Night
Some classes may be blended
Please click on the schedule & cancellation table below to enlarge the image.
The following courses have been cancelled:
Burnaby South – Night Courses for Fall Semester – Q1 = Day, S1 = Night
Some classes may be blended
Please click on the schedule below to enlarge the image
| Office locations | Office hours |
| North Burnaby Adult Education Centre (NBAEC) 751 Hammarskjold Drive Burnaby, BC V5B 4A1 Map(Access the office via the smaller South Campus building off Kensington Ave) |
8:30am – 3:30pm |
| South Burnaby Adult Education Centre (SBAEC) (Portable on west side of high school) 5455 Rumble Street Burnaby, BC V5J 2B7 Map(Access the office via Watling St off Royal Oak Ave)Student parking space is very limited; only park in student parking. |
Please call 604-296-6900 ext. 661097 |
| Burnaby South Secondary School 5455 Rumble Street Burnaby, BC V5J 2B7 Map(Access the office via Antrim Ave off Beresford St) |
School is open for instruction Tuesday and Thursday evenings during the school year. |
COURSE REGISTRATION
Formal registration for courses can only be done after the assessment test is completed. Confirmation of registration will be done by the academic advisor and will be based on course availability.
The following documents are required to complete registration:
| Document | Example |
| Proof of citizenship status in Canada | One document with your name:
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| Proof of residence in BC | Documents must include one item from Category A OR one item from Category B.
If choosing Category B, one item from Category C must be included. Category A: Provincial Driver’s License or BC Service Card Category B: Proof of ownership of dwelling or long-term lease or rental of dwelling (full document required). Category C: Items include BC hydro bill, BC cable bill, Internet bill, letter from a local Canadian bank, provincial registration of automobile. |
| Picture ID | One document with your picture and name:
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COURSE WITHDRAWALS
Before withdrawing from a course, please contact your teacher or an academic advisor.
COURSE FEES
International visitors must pay tuition fees. We prefer payment by MasterCard, Visa, or debit.
– $1325 per course for international students and visitors
– If a student wishes to withdraw, the tuition fee will be refunded (less a $35 processing fee) if a written request is received before the start of the second class. No refunds are issued after the start of the second class.
– Foundations courses charge a textbook deposit of $150.00
– If all textbooks are brought back in good condition between 2 and 4 weeks after finishing or withdrawing from a class, the refund issued is $50.00 for Foundations courses.
– If textbooks are returned more than 4 weeks after finishing or withdrawing from a class, no refund will be issued.
– If textbooks are returned in a damaged condition, no refund will be issued.
COURSE SCHEDULE
NBAEC & SBAEC – Daytime Courses for Fall Semester – Some classes may be blended
** Please see updated schedule at top of page**
Burnaby South – Night Courses for Fall Semester – Some classes may be blended
** Please see updated schedule at top of page**
SCHOOL LOCATIONS
5455 Rumble Street
Burnaby, BC V5J 2B7
(Access the office via Antrim Ave off Beresford St)
Student parking space is very limited; please only park in areas specifically designated as student parking.
751 Hammarskjold Drive
Burnaby, BC V5B 4A1
(Access the office via the smaller South Campus building off Kensington Ave)
5455 Rumble Street
Burnaby, BC V5J 2B7
(Access the office via Watling St off Royal Oak Ave)
Student parking space is very limited; please only park in areas specifically designated as student parking.
7777 18th Street
Burnaby, BC V3N 5E5