Summer School – Adult
Embrace the opportunity to elevate your education during the vibrant months of summer. Our specially designed courses are condensed to perfectly fit the summer term while upholding Alberta Education’s standards.
All VVS courses are asynchronous which means that students do not attend a class at a specific time, rather they complete their assignments according to the schedule outlined by their course teachers. This allows students to work at their own pace and around other commitments, while also having an outline to help them stay organized and motivated.
This unique summer offering is ideal for those looking to enhance their course grades, catch up on any courses they have missed, or prepare for upcoming diploma exams. It is the perfect blend of efficiency and excellence, tailored for adults seeking to achieve their educational goals in the midst of their busy lives.
WHO CAN ENROLL IN THE ADULT SUMMER SEMESTER?
The adult summer semester is intended for students 20 years of age, or older, as of September 1 of the current school year residing in Alberta at the time of registration.
Students 19 years of age, or younger, as of September 1 of the current school year looking for a summer school option are classified as school-aged students and should refer to our Grades 10-12 Summer School page.
IS SUMMER SCHOOL RIGHT FOR ME?
Is Summer School right for you?
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2025 SUMMER SCHOOL VIDEO
If you are planning to register for the 2025 summer semester, we highly recommend watching this video, as it contains essential information!
2025 SUMMER SCHOOL DATES
April 14 – Summer Semester Registration Opens
June 6 @ 3:00 P.M. – Summer Semester Registration Closes
July 1 – First Day of the Summer Semester
July 7 @ 12:00 p.m. (NOON) – Summer School Course Withdrawal Deadline for ALL students
- To receive a tuition refund, our VVS 2024-2025 SUMMER Course Addition/Switch/Withdrawal Form must be submitted before noon on July 7. Withdrawal requests submitted after this deadline will not qualify for a refund.
July 25 – Last Day to Submit Course Assessment(s) Unless otherwise specified by your course teacher
July 28 – July 31 – Exam Week
ADULT COURSES OFFERED FOR SUMMER 2025
Mathematics
- Mathematics 30-1
- Mathematics 30-2
Science
- Biology 20
- Chemistry 20
- Physics 20
- Science 20
- Physics 30
- Science 30
English Language Arts
- English Language Arts 30-1
- English Language Arts 30-2
Social Studies
- Social Studies 30-1
- Social Studies 30-2
Off-Campus
- Career Internship 10
- Work Experience 15
- Work Experience 25
- Work Experience 35
Career & Technology Studies
- Workplace Safety Systems
- Workplace Safety Practices
For more information on these courses, please review our Course Catalogue.
COURSE LOAD
Successful adult students will commit at least 20 hours per week to complete a 5-credit course, plus submitting assessments. Please take this into consideration when deciding on your course load. There are no extensions for summer courses.
Adults may register for a maximum of 10 credits in the summer semester (two core courses).
Students must work regularly in their courses, submitting work throughout the summer term and adhere to their provided timelines. Students should not be away for more than 3 days at a time with no more than 6 days away total from the course.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Ready to register? Please visit our Registration page for detailed instructions.
Additional Information
- You Cannot Be Enrolled in the Same Course at Another School: School-aged students in Alberta can take summer school courses at any school of their choosing within the province. However, they cannot enroll in the same course at more than one school simultaneously.
- You Must Have the Prerequisite Course Mark(s) on Your Detailed Academic Report (DAR): When registering, students must upload their DAR or provide an official final report card or transcript. (Screenshots, progress reports, or emails from school counselors or teachers cannot be accepted.). This is to confirm that you have the required prerequisite mark.
- Note: You will be asked to provide an official grade nine report card for grade 10 courses.
INCLUSIVE EDUCATION ACCOMMODATION AND SUPPORT
Due to condensed course content and a compressed summer timeline, exam accommodations and support may be limited. Please discuss accommodations and supports with your teacher upon registration.
If you require extensive and/or unique exam accommodations/support, you are encouraged to speak to an Inclusive Education teacher or the course teacher prior to registering.
Flexible timelines and significant changes to assignment submission due dates, for core courses, will not be an available accommodation.
MATERIALS, FEES, AND REFUNDS
REGISTRATION FEES
The registration fee for all adult summer courses is $100 per credit.
TEXTBOOK AND MATERIAL FEES
Required materials have a caution fee that is 100% refundable when materials are returned within 30 days of completion/withdrawal and in reusable condition.
Refer to our Course Catalogue for materials and pricing.
– Note: Full payment for materials is due within 72 hours of registration.
SHIPPING FEES
Students residing in the Calgary region are required to pick up their materials from the VVS Calgary campus or pay a $25 flat rate shipping fee. Those residing outside of Calgary but within Alberta will have materials shipped to them for the $25 flat rate shipping fee. *Materials that are ordered for summer courses are shipped as they are ordered.
COURSE SWITCH FEE
A $25 fee will be applied to any course change requests made after your original registration form has been processed. If you submit a Course Additions/Changes/Withdrawals Form requesting a course switch, the fee will be added to your ledger and must be paid before we will proceed with withdrawing the original course and adding the new course.
To avoid any delays with your registration, please carefully review your course selections at the time of completing your original registration form. If you have any questions or need assistance selecting courses, please reach out to an academic counsellor.
REFUNDS
| Refund Policy for Adult Summer School Students | |
|---|---|
| Registration Fees | |
| Registration withdrawn on or before the summer school withdrawal deadline (July 7 @ 12:00 p.m.) | Refund minus $100 processing fee |
| Registration withdrawn after the summer school withdrawal deadline (July 7 @ 12:00 p.m.) | No refund |
| Required Instructional Materials | |
| Application declined by VVS | Full refund |
| Application cancelled at student’s request before the registration is processed and any course materials are shipped | Full refund |
| Textbooks and instructional materials returned in reusable/resealable condition (textbooks with accompanying CD must return CD), within 30 days of course completion or withdrawal | Full Refund |
| Textbooks and instructional materials returned after 30 days of course completion or withdrawal | Refund less a 25% restocking fee Note: any returns that exceed a 180-day period will be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
| Ordered materials not picked up from the Calgary campus within 20 days of the registration date (if applicable) | Order cancelled; Full refund |
*See our Policies page for more information on textbooks and material returns, refunds and shipping fees.
AUGUST 2025 DIPLOMA EXAM INFORMATION
Check our Diploma Exams webpage for more details on dates, times and locations.
Reminder: Diploma exams are not the same as course final exams; students must write both.
– Diploma exam writing centres in Calgary may be heavily populated and, in most cases, we do not offer isolation. Please refer to the Diploma Exams page for more information.
– Adult students who are registered with VVS must write their diploma exams under the school’s supervision on the dates specified by the Government of Alberta.
CONTACT US
Have questions?
Give us a call at 1-855-974-5333 x5317 or email vvsupport@pembinahills.ca
Last Updated: April 9, 2025