College Diploma - Forestry Technician (FT) (Optional Co-op)

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Forestry Technician – Adaptive Practices (Co-op) program at Fleming College, students must meet the following academic requirements:

• Minimum Admission Requirements:
  • Grade 11C math and Grade 12C English, or mature student status.
  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with a majority of courses at College (C) or Open (O) levels unless otherwise stated.
  • Grade 12 C courses will be accepted where Grade 11 C course requirements are listed.
  • Where College level courses are listed, University (U) and Mature (M) courses will be accepted.

For international students, specific requirements include:

• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

It is important to note that most forestry employers require a G2 or full G driver's license. By semester 2, students should obtain the highest level of license possible to maximize employability.

Students are encouraged to contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support regarding the application process or academic requirements.

Language Requirements

In addition to the academic admission requirements, all applicants to Fleming College must provide proof of English proficiency in order to be considered for admission, using one of the following options:

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Option 1 - Submit test results from one of the accepted tests listed:

Submission of English Language Test Scores. Applicants may receive direct admission by submitting one of the following recognized English language test scores with their application:

• Internet-based (iBT) TOEFL: 80 with no score less than 20
• Paper-based (PBT) TOEFL: 550
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS - Academic): 6.0 with no band less than 5.5
• Duolingo: 105+
• Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL): Overall 60
• Canadian Academic English Language - ONLINE (CAEL - ONLINE): Overall 60
• Michigan English Test (MET): 56
• PTE Academic (Pearson Test English): 46+
• Cambridge English Exams (B2 First/FCE, C1 Advanced/CAE or C2 Proficiency/CPE): Minimum 169 with no skill below 162
• Oxford ELLT: 6 (No band less than 5)

Option 2:

Successful completion of Level 8, in Fleming College’s English Language Bridge (ELB) Program.

• Diploma/Certificates require 70% grade in Level 8
• Post Graduate Certificates require 80% grade in Level 8

Option 3:

Successful completion of English as a Second Language (ESL) or English for Academic Preparation (EAP) at an Ontario Community College, University, or approved pathway language organization.

Option 4:

Provide proof of language proficiency based on previous education:

• Successfully completed three consecutive years of study at the secondary school (high school) level in English in a country where English is a primary language.
• Completed one full year of study (within the last 2 years) in an accredited post-secondary program in English in a country where English is a primary language.
• Obtain an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or Canadian provincial equivalent) and English credit (Grade 12 C) issued by a public or Catholic school board.
• Provide proof of graduation from one of the authorized Fleming College pathway partners.
• Completed three consecutive years of study at a secondary private school in Ontario and received an Ontario Secondary School Diploma and English credit (Grade 12 C).

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.