Build skills you can use every day
Our part-time courses support students as they build life skills, such as interpersonal communication and meal planning, as well as improve their ability in areas including reading, writing and math. From learning how to code to preparing to take the learners licence test, these courses are designed to meet students' practical needs and interests.
In the Fall 2021 semester, our Part-Time Studies classes are being offered online. Mount Royal University’s return-to-campus plans involve reducing the number of people on campus. The current plan is that 70 to 80 per cent of course delivery will be in-person, with the remainder continuing to be offered through remote learning.
TVP’s Part-Time Studies will take place via live, virtual classes with fixed start and end times. All courses are taught by our certified instructors and focus on your individual learning goals. For technical requirements, please see “Online activities” on the Student COVID-19 updates and resources page.
Fall 2021 registration is now open. TVP students must now enrol through the Continuing Education Registration system. Before registering, see the Registration tab below for more information, including a how-to guide and video.
Unless noted, course fees include GST. Refund and withdrawal policy.
Questions? Contact us:
403.440.6872 or tvp@mtroyal.ca
Adult Tutor Literacy Service
The Adult Literacy Tutoring Service will assist you to improve your functional reading, math and social skills. It is a learner centred program delivered in a one to one or small group setting by volunteer tutors.Tutoring times will be set up based on the learner's schedules. Note: This class runs from September to April. The winter semester is likely to be on campus at MRU.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Adult Basic Education
| Subject code: XABE-10003-001 | Fee: $50 | |||
| CRN 90617 |
Online | Sept. 13 - Dec. 17 | TBA | TBA |
Functional Math and Literacy
Improve your reading and writing skills and use appropriate technology to express your ideas. Learn math skills in numeration, learn money management skills and increase your awareness of community resources. To meet individual needs and ability levels, the content is based on student learning goals. Note: This class runs from September to April. The winter semester is likely to be on campus at MRU.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Adult Basic Education
| Subject code: XABE 10004-001 | Fee: $965 | |||
| CRN 90015 |
Online | Sept. 15 - Dec. 17 | 10 a.m. - noon | Wed. & Fri |
Functional Math and Literacy
Improve your reading and writing skills and use appropriate technology to express your ideas. Learn math skills in numeration, learn money management skills and increase your awareness of community resources. To meet individual needs and ability levels, the content is based on student learning goals. Note: This class runs from September to April. The winter semester is likely to be on campus at MRU.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Adult Basic Education
| Subject code: XABE 10004-002 | Fee: $965 | |||
| CRN 90001 |
Online | Sept. 15 - Dec. 17 | 10 a.m. - noon | Wed & Fri |
Functional Math and Literacy
Improve your reading and writing skills and use appropriate technology to express your ideas. Learn math skills in numeration, learn money management skills and increase your awareness of community resources. To meet individual needs and ability levels, the content is based on student learning goals. Note: This class runs from September to April. The winter semester is likely to be on campus at MRU.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Adult Basic Education
| Subject code: XABE 10004-003 | Fee: $965 | |||
| CRN 90560 |
Online | Sept. 15 - Dec. 17 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Wed & Fri |
Functional Math and Literacy
Improve your reading and writing skills and use appropriate technology to express your ideas. Learn math skills in numeration, learn money management skills and increase your awareness of community resources. To meet individual needs and ability levels, the content is based on student learning goals. Note: This class runs from September to April. The winter semester is likely to be on campus at MRU.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Adult Basic Education
| Subject code: XABE 10004-004 | Fee: $965 | |||
| CRN 90561 |
Online | Sept. 15 - Dec. 17 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Wed & Fri |
Functional Math
This course increases your ability to understand numbers, use calculators for daily living needs, understand income and expenses, and to be aware of community resources. To meet individual needs and ability levels, the content is based on your learning goals. Note: This class runs from September to April. The winter semester is likely to be on campus at MRU.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Adult Basic Education
| Subject code: XABE 10015-001 | Fee: $965 | |||
| CRN 90256 |
Online | Sept. 14 - Dec. 16 | 10 a.m. - noon | Tues & Thurs |
Functional Literacy
This course assists you in improving your reading, writing, listening, speaking and viewing skills in a learner-centered small group. To meet individual needs and ability levels, the content is based on your learning goals. Note: This class runs from September to April. The winter semester is likely to be on campus at MRU.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Adult Basic Education
| Subject code: XABE 10016-001 | Fee: $965 | |||
| CRN 90255 |
Online | Sept. 14 - Dec. 16 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Tues & Thurs |
Novel and Literature Study
This course will focus on both novel and poetry. You will learn how to read a novel with deeper understanding by studying the way a novel is put together. You will also learn the different ways a poem can be written and why. Class time will include presentation work, drama, and viewing activities in groups and individually as well as reading.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Adult Basic Education
| Subject code: XABE-10019-001 | Fee: $325 | |||
| CRN 90618 |
Online | Sept. 9 - Dec. 16 | 10 a.m. - noon | Thurs |
Computers, Tablets and Smartphones
This course helps you use programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, keyboarding and typing software programs. Explore tablets and smart phones and find ways to use them in your daily life. Learn basic computer terminology, and explore the accessibility features and a variety of apps in tablets and smart phones,. Practice successfully and safely using the internet to search for specific information. Register and utilize a web-based email program such as Gmail or Hotmail.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Computer Literacy
| Subject code: XCLI 10001-001 | Fee: $460 | |||
| CRN 90012 |
Online | Sept. 14 - Nov. 23 | 10 a.m. - noon | Tues & Thurs |
Computers, Tablets and Smartphones
This course helps you use programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, keyboarding and typing software programs. Explore tablets and smart phones and find ways to use them in your daily life. Learn basic computer terminology, and explore the accessibility features and a variety of apps in tablets and smart phones,. Practice successfully and safely using the internet to search for specific information. Register and utilize a web-based email program such as Gmail or Hotmail.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Computer Literacy
| Subject code: XCLI 10001-002 | Fee: $460 | |||
| CRN 90562 |
Online | Sept. 14 - Nov. 23 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Tues & Thurs |
Intro to Computer Coding
This course will help you to better understand the computers you use in your everyday tasks. You will become familiar with computer programming concepts and terms and be introduced to code editors and online programming environments. You will have the opportunity to write computer programs. A basic knowledge of computers is required
Subject (for registration): TVP - Computer Literacy
| Subject code: XCLI 10007-001 | Fee: $325 | |||
| CRN 90563 |
Online | Sept. 8 - Dec. 8 | 1 -3 p.m. | Wed |
Computers - Beyond the Basics
Many of the new and returning students at TVP are already familiar with and confident in the use of computer applications. This new course aims to expand and increase your digital literacy skills in areas such as cloud computing, search engines and web design.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Computer Literacy
| Subject code: XCLI 10010 | Fee: $325 | |||
| CRN 90610 |
Online | Sept. 8 - Dec. 8 | 10 a.m. - noon | Wed |
Eating Right, Living Right
Participate in hands-on learning activities in this engaging course. Go on an interactive tour of a grocery store with a registered dietician and learn about healthy eating, and learn from a pharmacist about medicine use and safety. Create personalized nutrition, fitness and health tools to help you achieve your goals and stay on track. Note: The fitness component of the class is done virtually. Students participate in online fitness classes led by the instructor.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Self Development
| Subject code: XSDL-10007-001 | Fee: $460 | |||
| CRN 90564 |
Online | Sept. 9 - Dec. 16 | 1 - 4 p.m. | Thurs. |
Life Skills
Build interpersonal, intra-personal, communication and problem-solving skills. Gain an understanding of yourself and your actions in relation to others in the group and in a potential workplace.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Self Development
| Subject code: XSDL-10012-001 | Fee: $306 | |||
| CRN 90163 |
Online | Sept. 9 - Dec. 16 | 10 a.m. - noon | Thurs. |
Alumni Activity Group
Keep up the friendships you made in the Transitional Vocational Program and develop new ones, too. This group is all about socializing. Meet with a facilitator to plan and then carry out a group activity together later that month. Try new things and learn about activities and facilities around Calgary. Also, improve your communication and teamwork skills. This course takes place through Google Meet, as well as in the community.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Self Development
| Subject code: XSDL-10013-001 | Fee: $102 | |||
| CRN 90164 |
Online | Sept. 13 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Mon. |
| Online | Oct. 4 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Mon. |
| Online | Nov. 8 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Mon. |
| Online | Dec. 6 | 6 - 8 p.m. | Mon. |
Understanding the World Today
This course aims to help you make connections between current events, politics, and world geography. Your understanding of world events will increase as you become informed citizens, and be able to discuss and demonstrate understanding of current events. This class offers you the opportunity to expand social and community contacts alongside skill development. Note: This class runs from September to April. The winter semester is likely to be on campus at MRU.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Self Development
| Subject code: XSDL-10014-001 | Fee: $485 | |||
| CRN 90182 |
Online | Sept. 8 - Dec. 8 | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | Wed |
Wonderful World of Music
Come explore your creative expression by developing a further appreciation for music in a virtually collaborative and social setting.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Self Development
| Subject code: XSDL-10015-001 | Fee: $410 | |||
| CRN 90183 |
Online | Sept. 10 - Dec. 10 | 10 a.m. - noon | Fri |
Wonderful World of Music
Come explore your creative expression by developing a further appreciation for music in a virtually collaborative and social setting.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Self Development
| Subject code: XSDL-10015-002 | Fee: $410 | |||
| CRN 90565 |
Online | Sept. 8- Dec. 8 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Wed |
Basic Living Skills
This course is for students who have the goal to live independently or are currently struggle with living independently. Students will learn steps to stay healthy, to plan meals, budget for common expenses and get around the city. Students will learn how to handle to demands of daily life. Note: Students participate in an instructor-led online cooking component.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Self Development
| Subject code: XSDL-10018-001 | Fee: $375 | |||
| CRN 90222 |
Online | Sept. 7 - Dec. 7 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Tues |
Healthy Relationships
Learn how to interact with friends, acquaintances and strangers in an appropriate manner and how to maintain relationships.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Self Development
| Subject code: XSDL-10020-001 | Fee: $325 | |||
| CRN 90245 |
Online | Sept. 7 - Dec. 7 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Tues |
Money Matters
Want to find out what happens to your money every month? Want to learn how to make good decisions with your money? In this class, learn how to choose the right bank account and how to pay for purchases. Create a personal spending plan after tracking your regular income and expenses.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Self Development
| Subject code: XSDL-10021 | Fee: $325 | |||
| CRN 90247 |
Online | Sept. 9 - Dec. 16 | 1 - 3 p.m. | Thurs |
Job Safety Skills
This course will give you the fundamentals of workplace safety practices. You will learnbasic practical knowledge for off-campus education and a safer work experience. After course completion, you will understand the principles and practices of workplace health and safety. These units are taught using resources from the SafeGen Alberta HCS 3000 Workplace Safety Systems course. Students achieving/ a grade of 70% or higher will receive an SafeGen HCS certification.
Subject (for registration): TVP - Self Development
| Subject code: XSDL-10023 | Fee: $325 | |||
| CRN 90611 |
Online | Sept. 8 - Dec. 8 | 6:30 -8:30 p.m. | Wed |
Students must register through Mount Royal’s online registration system or by calling Continuing Education Registration at 403.440.3833 (toll-free 1.877.287.8001).
To support you, we’ve made a how-to guide for registering online. Please look it over and have the information in the checklist before you start registering for courses.