Upgrade Your Marks. Expand Your Options Academic Upgrading at NWP helps you build the skills and credentials you need to move forward. Whether that means getting into a post-secondary program, starting a new career path, or completing your high school equivalency, we've got you covered. Convenient Online Programs We offer accessible, flexible online upgrading options designed for students and adult learners who need to strengthen or complete prerequisite courses. You can: Complete high school equivalency requirements Upgrade specific courses for post-secondary admission Improve your grades for competitive programs Build confidence in core subjects like math, science, and English A Pathway to What’s Next Opens doors to the future you want. Many students use upgrading as a pathway into: Certificate and diploma programs University transfer opportunities Skilled trades training New career opportunities School of Business & Education Learn With Confidence Beginning July 1, 2026, Academic Upgrading at NWP will be delivered through an enhanced model designed to strengthen quality and student access. Instruction will be delivered remotely by certified teachers from the Fort Vermilion School Division (FVSD), who specialize in the Alberta Education curriculum.Learners will continue to be NWP students. They will register through NWP, pay NWP tuition, receive NWP transcripts, and access the full range of NWP supports and services. High School Equivalencies Below, you'll see the courses we offer, along with their corresponding high school grade equivalents. Sciences English Language Arts Math Social Studies Biology 20 (Grade 11) Biology 30 (Grade 12) Chemistry 20 (Grade 11) Chemistry 30 (Grade 12) Physics 20 (Grade 11) Physics 30 (Grade 12) English 10-1 (Grade 10) English 20-1 (Grade 11) English 30-1 (Grade 12) English 30-2 (Grade 12) Math 30-1 (Grade 12) Calculus 35 (Grade 12) Math 30-2 (Grade 12) Social 30-1 (Grade 12) Get details about these courses, including cost, concepts covered, and prerequisites. Course Search With you Every Step of the Way At NWP, you have a supportive team in a welcoming, student-focused environment that will help you succeed with: Personalized academic advising Access to tutoring and learning supports Flexible learning options Find a Program That Works. With new continuous intake options and flexible scheduling, you can begin your upgrading journey at a time that works for you. Email Us