The HYPE program at Centennial College has given many young people new confidence to return to school by helping to overcome the economic and social barriers that may have interfered with school attendance in the past and by providing a nurturing, inclusive environment for youth aged 17-29, primarily living in the underserved neighbourhoods of Toronto.For more information, including a list of courses and how to apply, please download this posting
The HYPE Program provides a six-week on-campus, tuition-free learning experience, including learning materials, transportation, and meals, to reduce as many barriers as possible to post-secondary education.
This summer, from July 2 – August 7, classes will run Monday to Wednesday, from 10:00am to 3:00pm with an hour allotted for lunch. Thursdays operate in the same manner, however, instead of class, the entire group of students come together to participate in skill and personal development workshops, such as Personal Empowerment and Financial Management. On Fridays, HYPE offers optional workshops for those who are interested in pursuing post-secondary education or for those who are interested in seeking full time employment in the fall.