Elsa Beaudoin

"Don’t underestimate yourself. You can do anything. You can, and do, accomplish more than you think."

Perry Kong

"Stay focused and don’t fall behind. Don’t be afraid to make use of the resources. Most of all, don’t take life too seriously because nobody gets out alive anyway!"

June Ward

" This is the best step you have ever taken."

Melonie Chegahno

"Keep a positive attitude and never give up. The end result is
well worth your time, effort and, occasionally, struggles."

Sharon Noel

"Go for it—you’ll be happy you did."

Chantal Lauzon

"Dream big or don’t get out of bed."

Kathy Whelan
Coordinator and Faculty, Practical Nursing

“The Academic Upgrading Program provides students with all the skills needed to be successful in the Practical Nursing Program. It has been my experience that those students who have attended Academic Upgrading excel in the Practical Nursing Program. In fact, this year (2007), the student with the highest marks in the Practical Nursing Program is a student from Academic Upgrading.”

Anna E. Sawicki
Graduate of "Social Service Worker, Graphic Design and Computer Engineering Science

Anything is possible if you want it, you just have to want it!

There are no barriers once you set your mind to anything.. barriers are only excuses. Like they say, what doesn't kill you will make you stronger! So, Just BELIEVE..it's a powerful thing ;)