This program is offered online and is also available in person for students at Newnham Campus or Seneca@York. Students choosing in-person delivery at Newnham Campus or Seneca@York are required to come on campus.
This one-year certificate program provides general education and the opportunity to explore and earn credit towards other college programs. A career-counselling component will help you choose and prepare for career-specific postsecondary education.
Learn more: Seneca’s program delivery options and how courses in this program will be delivered each term.
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Jan. 2025 | Online | Open |
| Jan. 2025 | Seneca@York | Open |
| May 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| May 2025 | Online | Open |
| May 2025 | Seneca@York | Open |
| Sept. 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Sept. 2025 | Online | Open |
| Sept. 2025 | Seneca@York | Open |
| Jan. 2026 | Newnham | Open |
| Jan. 2026 | Online | Open |
| Jan. 2026 | Seneca@York | Open |
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 2025 | Newnham | Closed |
| Jan. 2025 | Seneca@York | Limited |
| May 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| May 2025 | Seneca@York | Open |
| Sept. 2025 | Newnham | Open |
| Sept. 2025 | Seneca@York | Open |
| Jan. 2026 | Newnham | Open |
| Jan. 2026 | Seneca@York | Open |
International students: review Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility before choosing program and course delivery.
Please note that availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
You may use the skills acquired in this program to pursue further education opportunities including:
Graduate, General Arts – One Year Certificate
"Enrolling in Seneca’s General Arts – One Year Certificate (GAP) program felt like stepping into a community dedicated to fostering success. Professors and peers alike offered unwavering support, propelling me toward excellence. GAP provided the perfect environment for my success, offering diverse courses and hands-on experiences that shaped my skills and ignited my passion."
