Indigenous Foundational Learning

Program Overview

The Indigenous Foundational Learning Program enhances literacy, numeracy, and essential skills through blended learning that combines in-person classes and online sessions. Rooted in Indigenous perspectives, the program emphasizes holistic well-being and community connections.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Indigenous Foundational Learning Program builds foundational literacy, numeracy, and essential skills to prepare you for high school programming or employment. Indigenous learners engage in holistic learning that fosters well-being and connection to the community.

Outline:

The program is delivered through Adult Basic Education Blended Learning (OT). Each week, students will:

• Attend four in-person classes
• Participate in one online session
• Complete independent online study
In-person classes and online sessions take place Monday to Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• The program is eligible for Learning Income Support through the Government of Alberta.
• The program acknowledges that the land on which it is offered is the traditional territories of the Blackfoot and the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, and is also home of Metis Nation of Alberta, Region III.
• The program requires learners to have regular access to technology, including a desktop computer or laptop with the following capabilities:
• Reliable internet access
• A camera and microphone
• Access to email through a myBVC account
• Access to PDF and Word documents
• A keyboard to create text documents of 500 words or more