Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is Full-time course load?
A. Student Aid considers you a full-time student if you:

  •     are enrolled in at least 60% of what your school considers a full-time course load, or
  •     have a disability and are enrolled in at least 40% of a full-time course load
  •     are attending a licensed private career college in a program that is 12 weeks or longer and has 20+ instruction/practicum hours per week

        Learn more at the related Alberta Student Aid page


Q. How does Prairie Western College determine the class schedule?
A. Prairie Western College has a flexible semester system and each month we offer classes.  Contact the admissions office via phone 403-454-0948 (during business hours) or sending an email at info@prairiewestern.ca or information.pwc@gmail.com for schedule each month.

 

Q: What is a private career college?
A: Private career colleges (PCC) teach and award certificates and diplomas in fields such as trades, health care, information-technology, applied arts and design, transportation, personal services, and law enforcement.

Q: Is Prairie Western College a Private Career College?
A: Yes, Prairie Western College is a fully accredited Private Career College in Alberta and we offer programs in the following
    Accounting and Payroll Administration Diploma (1 Year)
    Business Administration (1 year) Diploma
    Business Administration (2 year) Diploma
    Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk Diploma
More programs are coming up.

Q: Do students in Prairie Western College eligible for support from Alberta Student Aid?
A: Fortunately, the answer is yes! Students in Prairie Western College are eligible for support from Alberta Student Aid. The students must apply to ASA every year.

Q: What is the application process for admission in Prairie Western College?
A: Please go to the link  and apply. Alternatively you can contact the admissions office via phone 403-454-0948 (during business hours) or sending an email at info@prairiewestern.ca or information.pwc@gmail.com