Frequently Asked Questions
How can I obtain more information about a course?
Visit the Continuing Education Contact Us page. Contact the co-ordinator directly for course specific questions.
What's the difference between credit and non-credit courses?
Credit courses listed in this catalogue are part of our credit programs, and identify the course name in their Section ID (such as ACC-170-C91 for Accounting 170). Successful completion of these courses award you with a grade and Lethbridge College credits which may apply to a Lethbridge College program or as transfer credit to another post-secondary institution. Non-credit courses make up the majority of listings in this catalogue (with Section ID numbers such as F58-012-C02). These courses do not earn you college credits.
Why do courses get cancelled?
Our non-credit courses require a minimum enrolment in order to recover the costs of providing the course. If we do not reach this enrolment by three days prior to the course start date, we unfortunately have to cancel the class. At that point, registrants are notified of the cancellation and are given a refund or an opportunity to take another course. Don’t delay - avoid disappointment and register early for your course.
What if something comes up in my schedule and I cannot attend the course?
As soon as you know you cannot attend the course, call our Registrar’s Office at 403-320-3323 and let us know. There may be a chance your course is offered at a different time, in which case you can transfer your registration. If you need to cancel completely, do so before the start date to avoid penalty fees.
Do I need course supplies?
We recommend you bring materials for taking notes. If your course requires you to bring additional supplies or a textbook, a supply list will be provided to you when you register or at your first class. When you register, check with the Service Specialist to find out if you will need any supplies.
Is there a cafeteria?
The College Food Court is open primarily during daytime Monday to Friday. Vending machines in many locations across campus provide snacks and drinks during evening and weekend programming. Full meal service is not available during those times. Some full-day courses include lunch. These are noted in the course description.
Can my company pay for my course?
For professional development courses, Lethbridge College can invoice your company. All we need is a letter of authorization from your company, including the name of the student registering, their date of birth, the company’s complete mailing address and billing contact person, the name of the course, and the section ID number.
How do I know where my course will be held?
Unless otherwise indicated in the course description, all courses are offered at our main campus (3000 College Drive South). Your registration receipt may include a room number (eg. CB1028), and it is best to confirm this room with a service specialist a few days before the course start date. The maps posted throughout our College will help you find the right building. If a room number does not appear on your schedule, contact Registration (403-320-3323) a few days prior to the course start date.
Where do I park?
On-campus parking is free weekdays after 5 p.m. and all day weekends in all staff and student permit-required parking lots. Signage posted at the entrance to each lot will indicate if it is a permit-required lot. Daily paid parking is also available in parking lots O and B (in effect Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.). See our printable parking map.
Free evening and weekend parking.
On-campus parking – in staff and student permit-required parking lots only – is free after 5 p.m. weekdays and all day weekends. Weekdays, metered parking is $4 per day or $2 per half day. Always check signage posted at the entrance of parking lots for details.
