DIPLOMA EXAMS

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Is your school a registered writing centre for Alberta diploma examinations?

Yes, we register our school to be a writing centre for all diploma examination writing for January and June. We often register to be a writing centre for November and April as well, but please contact the school for confirmation.

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Do you take walk-ins for writing diploma examinations?

Yes, if we have registered to be a writing centre we will take walk-ins.

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Are your school diploma examinations the exact same examinations the provincial schools are taking??

Yes, our students are taking the exact same diploma examinations as all other students in Alberta.

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How do I register to take a diploma examination??

Either your school will have you registered or you can go to myPass and register yourself. If you are rewriting the diploma examination you must register yourself.

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Where and when do I find the results of my diploma exams?

Go to your myPass to find your results. Getting your results may take up to 4 - 6 weeks so keep checking myPass if you do not find your results the first time you check. Your school will also get your results, but the school usually get results after the student does.

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When are diploma examinations held??

January and June are the two most common times, but diploma examinations may also be written in November and April. Summer writing sessions are also available in some schools. Check with your school or Alberta Education website for specific dates as they change every year.

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How do I get help preparing for my diploma examination??

Attending school daily and putting your best effort in is the first and most important step. Secondly, participate in the diploma prep sessions offered at the school. No student has failed the diploma course if they have fully participated in the diploma prep sessions.

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Does it cost money to write the diploma examination??

It does not cost any money if you are writing the examination for the first time. If you are doing a rewrite there will be a nominal fee to do so. Check with your school for specific fee (approx. $26.00)