It encompasses a range of technical, academic, and vocational education, including some specialized programs.
The college level is both a post-secondary education in itself and a separate step required for university admissions.
For students graduating from secondary school in Quebec, a college diploma is required for admission into university.
In the rest of Canada, colleges have historically been technical schools that offer specialized professional or vocational education in specific employment fields.
Pre-University programs of two years, leading to a college diploma required for university admissions.