What is ASPIRE+?
Academic Supports Promoting Independence, Resilience and Empowerment (ASPIRE+) is a fun and engaging program for students on suspension that will empower you to be an independent and active learner.
How can it help me?
You will learn essential study skills that will help you manage your course load, study effectively and achieve good grades.
How do I know if ASPIRE+ is right for me?
If you have difficulty balancing school, work and life, leave course work to the last minute, have difficulty remembering course content and want to improve your grades, then ASPIRE+ is right for you!
What will I learn?
Some of the topics that will be covered include:
- Time management
- Note taking
- Test preparation and test taking strategies
- Reading comprehension
- Dealing with procrastination
- Active learning strategies
In addition to these topics, this program also includes guest speakers and Lunch & Learns that will address some of the following topics:
- Financial Literacy
- Career Planning: Am I in the right program?
- Technology Based Strategies
- Health & Wellness: Importance for academic success
What is the class schedule?
This program spans 10 weeks, with weekly classes available at either the Progress or Ashtonbee campus. You have the flexibility to select the campus that best suits you.
Progress Campus
Start Date: September 17, 2024 End Date: November 26, 2024
Ashtonbee Campus
Start Date: September 18, 2024 End Date: November 27, 2024
Course hours: 4 hours a week, 10am - 2pm
Information Sessions
Information sessions are available to provide you with more details about the ASPIRE+ program. Click here to attend an information session.
For more information, please contact us through Centennial Access to Student Services (CASS) by following the steps below:
- Log in to CASS
- Click on Request a Service
- Under Categories (left-hand side), click on Student Success Support
- Click on Student Community and Engagement (SCE) to open a request form
- Fill in the required fields and submit
How can I register for the ASPIRE+ Program?
Check out this short video for more information about how to register. Click here to register
ASPIRE+ FAQs:
Will I have to pay to attend ASPIRE+?
No. Participating in the program is FREE.
I'm on Probation. Can I join?
This program is designed for students on suspension. If you are on probation, please connect with a Learning Strategist at learning.strategies@centennialcollege.ca and/or a Success Advisor for additional supports while on probation.
Who delivers ASPIRE+?
The ASPIRE+ program is delivered and supported by a team of learning professionals at Centennial College. These include Learning Strategists, Pathways Advisors, Success Advisors, and Peer Academic Coaches.
What are the expectations if I participate in this program?
Participants are expected to attend all classes, complete assignments, attend Lunch and Learn Workshops, meet with a Pathways Advisor, and complete surveys and assessments as required.
If I'm on suspension, will my suspension be released if I participate in ASPIRE+?
Please note that some programs may release students from suspension early upon succesful completion of the ASPIRE+ program. Re-admission into programs is generally granted (though not guaranteed) after two semesters of suspension, based on requirements to meet with a Success Advisor and complete an Application for Re-Admit or Transfer. Please reach out to your school for more information.