Adult 10 Entrepreneurship

Adult Basic Education

Adult 10 – Entrepreneurship

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Program Description

The Adult 10 – Entrepreneurship program is a nine-month program that consists of five core courses and one elective. The instructional delivery of the program is through hands-on, project based learning, innovation, and cultivating an interdisciplinary learning environment aligned with provincial standards. Students will learn to work as a team to solve complex business and entrepreneurial problems while creating a team and/or personal business.

Upon completing the program, a student may be eligible to enter the Adult 12 program. Completing the program will help students pursue employment and some apprenticeship opportunities. Program offered in Saskatoon.

The Adult 10 – Entrepreneurship program will be taught in two semesters: September – December and January – May

All students must attend full-time studies.

*SIIT does not currently offer upgrading.

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The applicant must be at least 18 years old and out of school for one year
The applicant must not have a pre-existing Grade 10 or Grade 12 completion
The applicant will complete an Entrance Assessment
Applicants will take part in an interview selection process

Acceptance Policy

SIIT provides preferential admission to applicants who are of First Nation’s ancestry; however, SIIT programs are open to everyone, and all application will be considered. SIIT relies on section 56 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code, 2018 to provide preference to applicants who are of First Nations’ ancestry.

Permanent Resident Applicant Information

SIIT is not currently legislated to accept International Students. You must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident to apply.
For Permanent Resident applications we will request the following documentation:

Copy of Permanent Resident Card
International Qualifications Assessment (IQAS) International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) | Alberta.ca Your high school/secondary education credentials must be assessed through this service.
Canadian Language Benchmark – English Assessment of CLB 7. We will accept either International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - Academic or Canadian English Language Proficiency Program (CELPIP) – General.

Courses

Code	Course Title	Hours	Credits
COMM 10	Communications 10 – CORE	100	1
INDG 10	Indigenous Studies 10 – CORE	100	1
SCIE 10	Science 10 – CORE	100	1
MATH 10	Math Works 10 – CORE	100	1
LFWS 10	Life Works 10 – CORE	100	1
ENTP 30	Entrepreneurship 30 – ELECTIVE	100	1
Total		600	6

Tuition, Fees, and Funding

Tuition and Fees

There is no cost to attend Adult Basic Education programs at SIIT. Once accepted, program staff will help you to secure Education and Training Incentive (ETI).

Additional Fees: U-Pass for Saskatoon and Regina Transit Bus Passes

U-PASS
$286.00 per year - Saskatoon $246.00 per year - Regina	The U-Pass is a City Transit bus pass for students that allow you to save on transportation costs. The U-Pass fee is provided at a reduced cost compared to a standard monthly City Transit pass and is mandatory for most SIIT students in Saskatoon and Regina. You may use the U-Pass as many times as you would like during the academic term. Students who meet certain requirements can opt-out of the U-Pass. Please contact the Admissions department for more information.
Please note: U-Pass fees are subject to change.

U-PASS

$286.00 per year - Saskatoon
$246.00 per year - Regina

The U-Pass is a City Transit bus pass for students that allow you to save on transportation costs. The U-Pass fee is provided at a reduced cost compared to a standard monthly City Transit pass and is mandatory for most SIIT students in Saskatoon and Regina. You may use the U-Pass as many times as you would like during the academic term. Students who meet certain requirements can opt-out of the U-Pass. Please contact the Admissions department for more information.

Please note: U-Pass fees are subject to change.

Funding

Depending on your status, different forms of financial assistance are available to you. Please click here to explore options for funding. If you require assistance finding funding, please contact supportservices@siit.ca.

What to Expect

Length of Program

The length of the Adult 10 is nine months, from September to May.

Delivery Method

Instructor-led Theory Sessions: These sessions involve direct teaching and interaction with instructors, covering theoretical aspects of the courses.

Practical Sessions: These hands-on experiences allow students to apply what they’ve learned in real-world scenarios, enhancing their understanding of the materials.

Academic Policy

The passing grade is 60% for each of the courses.

Students attending must adhere to SIIT Academic & Student policies which are available on the mySIIT dashboard on the SIIT website.

Attendance Policy

Students are required to attend instructor-led theory and practical sessions and must maintain a minimum of 90% attendance throughout the program.

Evaluation

A minimum grade of 50% is required in each of the five core courses. In addition, students will complete Entrepreneurship 30 to broaden their educational experience. While Entrepreneurship 30 is a program requirement, successful completion of the credential is based on achievement in the five core courses. Students will be evaluated on project completion tasks.