YOUTH PROGRAMS

Life Drawing Workshop for Teens

CSTC 101

Tuition Fees:

$0.00

Section Dates:

Section

Clear

Youth + Teen Registration Application

Step 1 of 5

For the best experience, complete this form on a desktop browser.

This registration application form asks for important information about teens, parents and guardians.

Please review and complete the following pages making sure to read through the policies and consents carefully before submitting.

If you have any questions, please email us at csreghelp@ecuad.ca.

Privacy + Personal Information

ECU collects personal information for the purpose of administering, delivering and evaluating the program, and the other purposes described in this Consent form, pursuant to section 26 of the British Columbia Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). All information that students and their guardian provide and any other information collected or created by ECU will be protected and used in compliance with FIPPA.

ECU may also use contact information to notify you about future programs that may be of interest to you. You may opt out of such communications at any time. Additional information about our privacy policies and practices can be found here.

Questions about the collection, use and disclosure of personal information may be directed to privacy@ecuad.ca.

Student Information

Legal First / Given Name(Required)

Legal Family / Last Name(Required)

Chosen Name

Gender Identity(Required)

Female Gender

Male Gender

Non-Binary

Choose not to disclose

Pronouns

She/Her/Hers

He/Him/His

They/Them/Their

Use my name as pronoun

Student's Date of Birth

Year(Required)

Month(Required)

Day(Required)

Mailing Address Line 1(Required)

Mailing Address Line 2

City(Required)

Province / State(Required)

Postal / Zip Code(Required)

Country(Required)

Citizenship(Required)

Student Email(Required)

Registration confirmation and program updates will be sent to this address. An ECU email will be issued to students for class information communicated from instructors.

Phone Country Code(Required)

Please provide a phone country code.

Phone Number(Required)

Please provide a phone number to contact the student, other than the parent/guardian number provided.

Do you identify as an Aboriginal person of Canada?

Aboriginal refers to First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples of Canada.

Yes

Choose not to disclose

As an Aboriginal person of Canada, please select all that apply

First Nations

Métis

Inuit

As an Aboriginal person of Canada, are you:

Status

Non-Status

Have you taken or are you currently taking courses at ECU?(Required)

Yes

If yes, please provide your ECU Student ID number

Please include leading "0" if applicable.

Accessibility Services

ECU Accessibility Services provides supports to the learning environment for students with speech, hearing, visual, physical, mental health and neurological disabilities as well as chronic health conditions, acquired brain injury and temporary disabilities.

If you would like to access these services, please download and complete the Accommodation Request Form or visit the Accessibility Services page for more information about eligibility and documentation.

Note: Accommodation Requests need to be submitted directly to Accessibility Services at least 4 weeks in advance of the course start date. Requests submitted without this advance notice may not be implemented in time; services, equipment, and funding applications take time to process.

Registration Policies

It is important that you read through and understand the policies and FAQs related to the program you are registering for. If you have any questions, please email us.

Read our Youth + Teen Program Policies.

Consent(Required)

I have read and understand the Registration Policies related to the program.

Parent / Guardian Contact Information

Emily Carr University Art + Design (ECU) requires emergency contact information of a parent, legal guardian, or responsible adult for each student participating in our programs. Having accurate emergency contact information allows us to quickly reach someone who can provide assistance or make decisions on behalf of your child in case of an emergency.

Please note that the information provided will be kept confidential and used solely for emergency purposes. Contact teens@ecuad.ca if you have any questions.

Parent/Guardian First and Last Name(Required)

Parent/Guardian Preferred Name

Relationship to Student(Required)

Email Address(Required)

Country Code(Required)

Daytime Telephone(Required)

Evening Telephone(Required)

Alternate Emergency Contact Information

In the event that we are unable to reach either the parent/guardian, or the parent/guardian is living outside the Lower Mainland, it is crucial to have an additional alternate emergency contact. This person should be an adult (18+) living in or near Vancouver who can be contacted and is willing to assume responsibility for making decisions on behalf of the child during an emergency.

Alternate Contact First and Last Name(Required)

Alternate Contact Preferred Name

Alternate Contact Relationship to Student(Required)

Email Address(Required)

Daytime Telephone(Required)

Evening Telephone(Required)

Emily Carr University of Art and Design (ECU) Teen Program Information and Consents

Please read each statement carefully. To successfully complete your registration application and attend the program, you must consent to the following:

1. Acknowledgement and Acceptance of Risk

I have reviewed the description of the ECU teen program I am registering for and understand what sorts of activities are involved in the program. I acknowledge that there are risks associated with participation in the program related but not limited to: interactions with other program participants, instructors or other individuals in an open public institutional setting; exposure to challenging topics, imagery, and subject matter; handling of materials and equipment used in studio and production spaces; off-site activities involving walking or public transportation; slipping and falling; theft or damage to belongings left unattended; and negligence of other program participants, staff, or the public.

2. Code of Conduct

While creative, artistic and intellectual expression is encouraged and promoted, it is also expected that we conduct ourselves in a manner that is safe and respectful of our Emily Carr community. This code of conduct requires all students, parent/guardians of students, instructors, guests and employees to:

Refrain from words, actions and behaviors that demonstrate disrespect for other students, instructors, guests and employees, or the family members of such individuals.
Respect other students, instructors, guests and employees' right to privacy and the confidentiality of their personal information.
Act with honesty and integrity when dealing with assets belonging to the property, monies, equipment and any other assets belonging to ECU.
Act safely and respectfully for the duration of the program, to ensure a positive experience for all.
Abide by the laws of Canada and British Columbia.
Treat students, instructors, guests and employees fairly, knowing that ECU does not tolerate unlawful discrimination on the basis of Indigenous identity, race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or age of that person or class of persons, or any other grounds enumerated in the British Columbia Human Rights Code.
The use of alcohol, nonprescription drugs, inappropriate behaviour and offensive language are prohibited.

ECU reserves the right to take action regarding any breach of the Code of Conduct, including but not limited to a non-refundable removal from the program.

3. Medical Authorization

In the event of an accident, injury or illness involving the student, and immediate contact with the student’s guardian(s) cannot be made, I hereby authorize and grant permission to ECU staff and program partner staff to secure proper medical treatment and authorize on the student’s behalf all procedures, including, without limitation, admission to an emergency unit, hospital and treatment therein, ordering x‐rays, tests or treatment, injections, anesthesia and/or surgery, as deemed necessary by the attending medical professional(s). I agree not to hold ECU and its program partners responsible for any costs or injury arising out of an emergency situation.

4. Library Usage

As part of the program, ECU will allow me to borrow items from the ECU Library. I agree to treat all borrowed items with care, and return them on or before the due date. If I don’t, I understand that ECU will issue me a fine, and if I don’t pay the fine, I may not be allowed to register in any other courses or programs at ECU.

5. Software + Application Disclaimers

Our teen programs may include the use a variety of commercially available, digital educational technologies, including internet-based technologies, cloud services and social media (which is referred to here, collectively, as “Software”).

Any use of Software is designed as part of the program and enhances the educational experience.

ECU will advise you which Software, if any, is required and which is optional for the program you are registering for.

Disclaimer: ECU has reviewed the Software for appropriateness as an educational technology, but it cannot vouch for the technological, business and privacy practices of the Software providers.

Before using the Software, the parent/guardian must review the Software, and the terms of service, and the privacy policy. You are welcome to contact us at teens@ecuad.ca if you have any further questions about the use of Software for this program.

It is important for you to understand the following:

1. Terms of Service. To use the Software, the parent/guardian and/or the student may need to create an account with the Software provider, and may be required to agree to the Software Provider’s terms of service. The Software may be available for free, for immediate purchase, or on a “free trial” basis (which may require additional steps to avoid being charged at the end of the trial).

It is your responsibility to understand and abide by the terms of service, and to pay any amounts that may be owing to the Software provider.

ECU is not a party to the agreement between you and the Software provider, and bears no responsibility for the performance of the Software, the conduct of the Software provider, nor any amounts you may owe to the Software provider.

2. Privacy Policy. Please note that some of the IT applications used in ECU teen programs may store and replicate your personal information outside of Canada for the purposes of logging in and authenticating your account.

When you use Microsoft 365, you consent to disclose your first name, last name, ECU email address, ECU ID, and class and group enrollment (where applicable) to Microsoft Corporation, which will be stored and replicated outside of Canada.

When you use Adobe Creative Cloud, you consent to the disclosure of your first name, last name, and ECU email address to Adobe Inc., which will be stored outside of Canada.

ECU is committed to ensuring the privacy and security of your personal information in both applications. If you would like more information about the controls we have in place to protect your privacy, please contact ECU’s Privacy Office privacy@ecuad.ca.

6. Consent to the Use of Images or Recordings

Please note, you are given the option to consent, or not to consent to the following statements.

During the program, I may produce artwork(s), and I may be included in photos, audio-recordings and video-recordings of our activities, taken by ECU staff.

By choosing to consent (see below), I consent to ECU using my artwork, and photos and videos that include me, in ECU catalogues, exhibitions, publications, motion picture and/or television productions, digital media (including social media and websites) and/or advertising that promote ECU, this program, and other ECU programs. In doing so, ECU may crop, alter or modify images of me and combine such images with other images, text, audio recordings and graphics.

Any questions about videotaping, photographing and audiotaping should be directed to ECU Communications at communications@ecuad.ca.

7. Off-site Activities Notice and Consent

The program you are enrolling your child in may include off-site activities. Off-site activities are designed as a part of the program and enhance the educational experience. Examples include visits to local galleries, professional studios, and public art sites.

If there are off-site activities planned for your program, ECU will send you advance notice to the email address you provide, with the location, timing, and transportation arrangements (walking or public transportation). Off-site activities will have two adult chaperones.

Transportation will be on public transit or within walking distance of ECU campus. If a field trip concludes near the end of the day, students may be dismissed for home from that location with previous authorization from their parent/guardian.

Participation in these activities is optional but encouraged. Parents/guardians will be required to complete a Field Trip Waiver Form closer to the start date of the program. Students without a signed Field Trip Waiver will not be allowed to participate in these activities.

8. Travelling Home

Your child will be dismissed from the program location to return home unaccompanied. Please note, this may include being dismissed from an off-site activity.

Student Consent

Student - Required Consents(Required)

The following consents are required to attend the program.

1. I (student) acknowledge and accept the risks described above.

2. ( (student) consent to the Code of Conduct above.

4. I (student) agree to the Library Usage consent statements above.

5. I (student) have read and understood the software and application disclaimers above.

Student - Consent for Use of Images or Recordings(Required)

Choose one.

I (student) consent to the Use of Images or Recordings statements above.

I (student) do not consent to the Use of Images or Recordings statements above.

Parent/Guardian Consent

Parent/Guardian - Required Consents(Required)

The below consents are required to attend the program.

1. I (parent/guardian) acknowledge and accept the risks described above.

2. ( (parent/guardian) consent to the Code of Conduct above.

3. I (parent/guardian) consent to the Medical Authorization above.

4. I (parent/guardian) agree to the Library Usage consent statements above.

5. I (parent/guardian) have read and understood the software and application disclaimers above.

7. I (parent/guardian) have read and understood the Offsite Activities Notice and Consent and consent to my child participating in any off-site activities associated with the program I am registering my child in.

8. I (parent/guardian) consent to my child being dismissed unaccompanied from the program location.

Parent/Guardian - Consent for Use of Images or Recordings(Required)

Choose one.

I (parent/guardian) consent to the Use of Images or Recordings statements above.

I (parent/guardian) do not consent to the Use of Images or Recordings statements above.

Where did you hear about our Youth + Community Programs?

Select all that apply.

ECU newsletter

Web search

Social media

Teacher or guidance counselor

Friend or family member

Word of mouth

I'm a returning student

CAPTCHA

Subtotal
Options
Total

CSTC 101: Life Drawing Workshop for Teens quantity

Selected Section Dates:

Choose Your Section Dates:

Life Drawing Workshop for Teens

CSTC 101

Description

Instructors

CS Policies

FAQs

Description

What You'll Learn

Materials + Software

Area of Study

Discipline

Prior Learning

Contact Hours

Age Requirement

Instructors

CS Policies

Course Registration

Registration for Continuing Studies (CS) courses is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Seats are limited, and popular courses fill quickly. Registration closes once a course begins.

You must be at least 19 years old by the course start date unless the course specifically indicates it is for youth, 18 years or younger.

Full tuition payment must be received to hold your seat.

Once registration and payment are complete, you’ll receive a registration statement by email with course details, dates, times, and location. This information is also available in your MYEC account. If you don’t receive your confirmation email or have issues accessing your information, please contact us.

Note: If you register less than two business days before your course begins, your ECU account and system access (including email, M365, and Moodle) may not be ready by the first class. For online courses, your instructor will send a link to your personal email so you can attend the first session.

Course Waitlists

If a course is full, you may join the waitlist online at no cost. Joining a waitlist does not guarantee a seat or obligate you to register.

If a seat becomes available, you will receive a notification with instructions on how to secure your seat. Contact CS Registration staff during office hours for assistance.

Students on a waitlist cannot attend classes unless they are officially registered.

Prerequisite Courses

Prerequisite courses are not mandatory, but students should assess whether they have the appropriate prior knowledge.

If a course lists a prerequisite or “equivalent experience,” review the prerequisite course page to determine if you’ve met the learning outcomes. If you haven’t, completing the prerequisite first will help ensure success in the higher-level course.

If you are unsure, please reach out to one of our Student Advisors for support.

Registration Deadlines

Individual Adult Courses, Teen Courses + Workshops, Micro-Certificates

Online registration closes up to 2 business days before course start date.

To register after this deadline, contact CS Registration during business hours. Staff can help register you if seats are available.

Spring Break Art Camp, Teen Art Group, Youth Art + Culture Lab

Online registration closes up to 5 business days before course start date.

To register after this deadline, contact CS Registration during business hours. Staff can help register you if seats are available.

Summer Institute for Teens, Junior Art Institute

Online registration closes up to 10 business days before course start date.

To register after this deadline, contact CS Registration during business hours. Staff can help register you if seats are available.

Tuition + Other Fees

Tuition listed for each course does not include the cost of materials unless otherwise stated in the course description.

Most CS courses require supplies, and we do our best to provide accurate cost estimates. You can find required and recommended items in the Materials Guide linked from your course page. Before registering, please factor supply costs into your budget.

If applicable, GST is included in the tuition listed.

Registration + Payment Methods

How to Register

The quickest way to register is online using a Visa or MasterCard.

You can also register by phone at 604-844-3810 or in person at the Student Commons (520 E 1st Ave, Vancouver) during office hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm PST.

Online Banking (Canadian institutions only)

Use your bank’s Bill Payment option.
Add “Emily Carr University of Art + Design” as the payee.
Use your ECU student ID number as the Account Number.
Take a screenshot showing payment confirmation (amount, date, student ID) and email it to csreghelp@ecuad.ca.
Allow up to 5 business days for payment to appear in your account.

Cheque, Bank Draft, or Money Order

Make payable to Emily Carr University.
Write your student ID number and name on the front.
Mail or deliver to:
- Financial Services, Emily Carr University, 520 E 1st Ave, Vancouver, BC, V5T 0H2
Allow up to 7 business days for processing.
A $25 fee applies for returned or NSF cheques.

Wire Transfer

Contact cashier@ecuad.ca for wire transfer details. Ask your bank to include your ECU student ID and name.

Third-Party Sponsorship

Please refer to the university’s information on initiating third-party sponsorship. Contact CS Registration for support.

Course Withdrawal + Refunds

Courses + Workshops

Submit withdrawal requests to csreghelp@ecuad.ca at least 7 calendar days before the course start date to receive a refund, less a $35 administration fee per course.

Requests to switch courses are treated as a withdrawal and new registration.

Refunds are processed within four weeks and issued to the original payment method or by cheque payable to the student.

Exceptions may be considered for extenuating circumstances with documentation (e.g., doctor’s note or subpoena). Requests made after the course has started or ended will not be granted. In some cases, a tuition voucher may be approved instead. Vouchers are valid for one year from the issue date.

This policy applies to

Adult courses
Teen courses + workshops
Spring Break Art Camps
Teen Art Group
Youth Art + Culture Lab

Micro-Certificates

Submit withdrawal requests to csreghelp@ecuad.ca at least 7 calendar days before the course start date to receive a refund, less a $150 administration fee per micro-certificate.

For students registered through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant, no exceptions will be made after the withdrawal deadline.

All other course and workshop policies apply.

Summer Teen Programs

Requests received before February 29 are eligible for a refund, less a $35 administration fee.

Requests received after March 1 and up to 10 business days before program start are eligible for a refund, less a $500 administration fee.

Requests received 10 business days or less before start date or after start date are not eligible for a refund.

User Experience Design Certificate Program

Please see program-specific withdrawal and refund policies in the Program Handbook.

Course Cancellations

Courses may be cancelled due to low enrolment or unforeseen circumstances. Cancellations typically occur about five days before the start date and are communicated by email.

If your course is cancelled, you’ll receive a full refund or can request to transfer to another course. You may also choose a tuition voucher valid for one year toward any CS course.

Please ensure your email address is current so you continue to receive updates and important information related to your courses.

Class Cancellations

If a single class session is cancelled due to instructor illness or other unforeseen events, you’ll be notified by email.

In the event of an emergency campus closure (e.g., severe weather), updates will be posted on the Emily Carr website and through the Emily Alert system. Sign up for Emily Alert to receive notifications.

If a cancelled class is rescheduled, students will be notified by email once a new date is confirmed. We aim to reschedule on the same weekday and time whenever possible.

Please ensure your email address is current so you continue to receive updates and important information related to your courses.

Terms + Conditions of Enrolment

Emily Carr University accepts no responsibility if a class, course, seminar, or workshop is cancelled or not completed due to strikes, lockouts, fire, natural disasters, or other causes beyond the university’s control.

Emily Carr reserves the right to modify its programs, instructors, fees, schedules, and regulations at any time.

Other ECU Policies

All students should be familiar with the University Policies that apply to them while studying and learning at Emily Carr University.
In particular, please review:

4.6 Student Conduct
9.6 Information Protection

View the full list of University Policies.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about courses, registration, preparation and studying with us.

Still can’t find an answer? Contact us anytime:

Contact ECU Continuing Studies

How can we help you? We sometimes experience a high volume of inquiries and will try to respond within 3-5 business days.

Office Hours

8:30am – 4:30pm (lunch closure 12:30-1:30pm)
Closed on statutory holidays

Tel: 604-844-3810
Fax: 604-630-4535

Or, send us your question through this form.

Student advising by appointment only. Book an appointment.

Close-up of a hand mixing paint on a messy, multicolored palette with a brush, surrounded by tubes of paint.

About Continuing Studies

Course Checklist: Preparing for Your Course

Step 1: Activate my ECU account + email

After registration, you’ll receive an ECU email address (username@ecuad.ca). It may take up to 24 hours for your account to activate.

Your ECU email is the official way instructors and staff communicate important information — please check it regularly.

New students receive a temporary password via email. Refer to this article on how to reset your password once you have logged into your email.

Passwords must be:
– a minimum 13 characters long
– alphanumeric with special character
We recommend choosing a relatively long phrase that is easy for you to remember, but hard for the computers to guess, such as “Sunset-Comes-to-Arctic-Early-Winter”.

If you forget your password, contact IT Services for a temporary password.
Note: It might take up to an hour for the new password to work on other platforms like Moodle or MyPhoto.

Step 2: Access Moodle + Microsoft 365

Use your ECU email credentials to sign in. If you have trouble logging in, submit an IT Helpdesk Ticket.

ECU Email: https://email.ecuad.ca
Check regularly for communications from instructors and staff. Use the Outlook directory to email your instructor.

M365: https://www.microsoft365.com

Moodle: https://courses.ecuad.ca
Online courses will be made visible on the course start date.

Step 3: Get your ECU OneCard ID (on campus courses only)

Your Emily Carr OneCard is your student ID. You need it to enter campus areas, use printers, and borrow from the library. If you’re studying online or already have a OneCard, skip this step.

Go to myphoto.ecuad.ca.
Log in with your username (without @ecuad.ca) and password.
Follow instructions to upload your photo

Upload your photo by Monday to get your OneCard by Wednesday of the same week. There is a $15 fee to reprint cards. For reprint OneCard request, please contact csonecard@ecuad.ca. You will not be able to upload a new photo into the myphoto site. IMPORTANT: Reprinting your OneCard will deactivate your current card when the new one prints.

OneCard Pick-Up Location: ECU Security Office, Room A2014
To receive your OneCard, please have available an accepted government issued photo ID to present to Security. Visit Security during building hours. Enter through the main (South) entrance. The Security Office is on the left, behind the Information Desk. Call security using the phone by the office if no one is available.

Add Printing Funds to Your OneCard
Log in to your Digital Wallet with your ECU email and password. From this portal you can add funds with a Visa or MasterCard and track your running balance to print from any self-service printer on campus. Note: Currently, access to this portal is only available when you are on campus using ECUAD Wi-Fi.

Step 4: View your student information + class schedule

Your schedule and course details are available in myEC.

Log in with your ECU email and password
Select Daily Work > Finance Administration > Account Summary
Scroll down part way on the screen and click the link “View Statement’ on the right of the screen to open a PDF of your registration statement.

Step 5: Get your Course Material Guide

Course materials are essential for your studies. We’ve created Materials Guides to help you choose the right supplies. Please read the guide before buying anything. Instructors will also discuss materials for your course in the first class.

The Material Guide (PDF) for your course is linked at the bottom of the course page.

Material Guides for the following programs will be emailed to students prior to the program start date:

Spring Break Art Camp
Summer Institute for Teens
Junior Art Institute

Choosing Courses + Prior Learning

Start by browsing courses by discipline to see what’s currently open for registration.

If a course requires prior learning or “equivalent experience,” students are expected to self-assess whether they have the required background. If you do, you can register directly. If not, we recommend starting with a more introductory level course to build a strong foundation of learning.

If you have completed a course from another institution that you want Continuing Studies to recognize towards a CS course or certificate program, please submit a request for review on the online CS Course Transfer Request form. There is a $75 fee per course.

If you’d like guidance, you can book an appointment with a Student Advisor to talk through your learning goals or flexible learning pathways.

Registering for Courses

How do I register for a course?

View CS policies before proceeding. You can register in one of three ways:

Online: Find the course you’re interested in, select the section that fits your schedule, and click Register Now.
By Phone: Call 604-844-3810, Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm PST.
In Person: Visit the Student Commons, Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm PST.

How can I pay for my course?

Tuition is due in full at the time of registration through the online checkout process.

In some cases you may also pay by:

Online Banking (Canadian Institutions Only)
Wire Transfer
Cheque, Bank Draft, or Money Order
Third Party Sponsorship

Contact csreghelp@ecuad.ca for more information.

Can I register at the last minute?

If seats are available you can register up to two business days before the course start date.

If you’re registering after the online deadline, contact CS Registration at 604-844-3810 or csreghelp@ecuad.ca during business hours for assistance.

Access to your ECU email or Moodle may be delayed if you register within 48 hours of the start date.

The course I want is full – how does the waitlist work?

If a course is full, contact csreghelp@ecuad.ca to be added to the waitlist. There is no cost to join and you’re not obligated to register.

If a seat becomes available, you will receive a notification with instructions on how to secure your seat. Contact CS Registration at csreghelp@ecuad.ca during office hours for assistance.

Students on a waitlist may not attend classes unless they are officially registered.

What if I need to withdraw or can’t attend?

Refund eligibility and deadlines to request withdrawal vary by course type. Please review CS Policies for full details, then send your withdrawal request to csreghelp@ecuad.ca.

Do I need to provide proof of English proficiency?

No. You don’t need to submit English language test scores to register for Continuing Studies courses.

If you’d like to assess your comfort level, you can take the free Duolingo practice test. ECU generally recommends a minimum score of 110 for strong comprehension, but you can register directly regardless of score.

Tuition Support

Am I eligible for a discount?

Seniors (60+) and ECU alumni who have completed an ECU degree program are eligible for a 10% discount on CS courses. Only one discount may be applied per registration.

Discounts are not available for students registering through the StrongerBC future skills grant.

To confirm eligibility, contact csreghelp@ecuad.ca.

Are Continuing Studies courses eligible for tuition support, financial aid, or student loans?

View details on available tuition support options to learn about current options, eligibility requirements and application steps for available tuition support programs.

Are taxes included in tuition?

If applicable, GST is included in the tuition price listed on each course page.

Where can I find course withdrawal and refund policies?

You can view all tuition, refund and withdrawal information on the CS Policies page.

What happens if my course is cancelled or rescheduled?

If a course is cancelled due to low enrolment or unforeseen circumstances, you’ll be notified by email about five days before the start date.
You can choose to transfer to another course, receive a tuition voucher, or request a full refund.

If a class session is rescheduled, you’ll receive an email with new details once confirmed. Please make sure your email address in myEC is up to date so you don’t miss notifications.

Materials + Software

What materials or supplies are required?

Individual Courses + Workshops
Many courses require materials or software, which vary by subject. You can find specific Materials Lists linked from the course page.
Download the PDF guide to ensure you’re ready for your first day. Your instructor will also confirm what to bring or prepare for the first class

Teen Cohort Programs
About 1–2 weeks before your program starts, you’ll receive a Welcome Package with details about your studio, materials, and software. In the meantime, complete the steps in Course Checklist: Preparing for Your Course (above). This applies to the following programs:

Teen Art Group
Youth Art + Culture Lab
Spring Break Art Camps
Junior Arts Institute
Summer Institute for Teens

Where can I buy materials, and how much will they cost?

You can purchase materials at any art supply store. Many items, such as sketchbooks, brushes or software can be used across multiple courses.

Take time to consider your learning goals and course pace before investing in materials. On average, materials costs range from $50 – $150 per course, though some studios may cost more.

What do I need to know about software and privacy?

Some courses use educational technologies that store data outside of Canada. You’re encouraged to review each platform’s privacy policy before use.
If you have questions, contact privacy@ecuad.ca for support.

During Your Studies

How do I access the Emily Carr Library?

Continuing Studies students have library access with their OneCard. You can borrow up to 15 books, graphic novels, or catalogues.
Visit the library website for hours, collections, and loan information.

What is the typical course load?

Course workload varies by subject and personal learning goals. As a general guide, plan for about one hour of homework per hour of class time. Studio courses or projects may require additional work outside of class.

How will I be assessed?

Adult courses are graded Pass/Fail based on completion of assignments, projects, and participation as outlined in the syllabus.

Adult workshops are graded Complete/Incomplete.

Youth and Teen courses and programs are graded Complete/Incomplete.

For grading details specific to the User Experience Design Certificate Program, please review the program information.

After Your Course

What happens if I don’t pass a course?

If you do not pass, you will see a F on your transcript. You can retake the course the next time it’s offered to meet certificate requirements, or select a different course. You must achieve a Pass in all required courses to receive your certificate.

How can I appeal my grade?

To appeal a grade, submit a request through the online CS Grade Appeal form. You will need to login using your ECU credentials.

What credential do I receive after completing a course or program?

Micro-Credential Courses + Micro-Certificates: You are eligible to receive a digital credential issued through Accredible.

Flexible Learning Certificates + Full-Time UX Design Certificate: You are eligible to receive a certificate upon completing all program requirements.

Summer Institute for Teens, Junior Art Institute: You are eligible to receive a Certificate of Achievement at the end of the program.

How do I request my certificate after completing all courses?

Once you’ve successfully completed all required courses for your Flexible Learning Certificate, please submit through the online CS Certificate Request form.

Certificates are produced twice per year and mailed after each print cycle. Check for the next submission deadline to ensure your request is included in the upcoming cycle.

If you need to have your Certificate reprinted due to lost, damage or legal name change, there is a $50 replacement fee. Please submit the reprint request using the online Certificate Reprint Request form.

If you’ve earned a micro-credential or micro-certificate, you’ll receive a digital credential through Accredible instead of a printed certificate.

When will I receive my digital badge or credential?

Digital credentials for eligible Continuing Studies courses are issued through Accredible approximately two to three weeks after the end of the term.
You’ll receive an email from Accredible with a secure link to view, share, or download your credential.

If you do not wish to receive a digital badge, you can unsubscribe before the end of your program.

How do I request a Continuing Studies transcript?

To request a Continuing Studies transcript, please submit a request through the online CS Transcript Request form. Transcripts are mailed through Canada Post according to their delivery timelines. Tracking numbers are not available, and express or courier service is not offered. The University is not responsible for delivery once mail has left campus.

Click here for degree (undergraduate or graduate) transcripts.

Do I receive a tuition tax credit for Continuing Studies courses?

Yes. T2202A Tax Receipts are issued for tuition over $100 and for courses longer than three consecutive weeks. It is available to download through myEC at the end of February each year.

As of 2019, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requires all designated institutions to include students’ Social Insurance Numbers (SIN) on T2202 forms. If you haven’t submitted your SIN, update it securely through your myEC account (do not email your SIN):

Log in to myEC.
Open My Links → Social Insurance Number (SIN) Information.
You can also update your contact details under User Profile in the My Links menu.