Classification of programs and credentials

3 - Career, technical or pre-university qualifying program

This category includes postsecondary programs that prepare students for entry into career, technical or pre-university programs.

3.1 - Career, technical or pre-university qualifying program short credential

This category includes short credentials for postsecondary programs that prepare students for entry into career, technical or pre-university programs. These are formal qualifications granted upon successful completion of programs that are shorter than programs where a certificate or diploma is the formal qualification awarded.

3.2 - Career, technical or pre-university qualifying program certificate

This category includes certificates for postsecondary programs that prepare students for entry into career, technical or pre-university programs.

3.3 - Career, technical or pre-university qualifying program diploma

This category includes diplomas for postsecondary programs that prepare students for entry into career, technical or pre-university programs.

3.4 - Other career, technical or pre-university qualifying program credential

This category includes other recognized credentials for postsecondary programs that prepare students for entry into career, technical or pre-university programs. It excludes career, technical or pre-university qualifying program short credentials, certificates and diplomas.