Academic guidance

Do you feel overwhelmed? Are you having trouble navigating a situation you’ve encountered at Conestoga? Do you think you might benefit from extra support?

Current students can log in to the Student Success Portal and submit the Ask for Help form. A Student Success Advisor will contact you with the next steps.

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Student Success Advisors

Student Success Advisors (SSAs) are here to help you navigate academic policies, procedures and the college more generally. Advisors are assigned to every campus, with many specializing in specific academic programs.

Your SSA can assist with your academic journey by coaching, supporting, and guiding you on your academic goals.

Contact your SSA for help with:

  • Planning for an academic program, including program requirements and course changes
  • Understanding college systems, policies and procedures
  • Referrals to academic, wellness and personal support resources
  • Strategies for making informed decisions and achieving goals

Current students can book an appointment and learn about our drop-in services on the Student Success Portal (login required).

Employees and faculty can visit the Student Success SharePoint for more information on student support.

Your SSA can assist with your academic journey by coaching, supporting, and guiding you on your academic goals.

Contact your SSA for help with:

  • Planning for an academic program, including program requirements and course changes
  • Understanding college systems, policies and procedures
  • Referrals to academic, wellness and personal support resources
  • Strategies for making informed decisions and achieving goals

Current students can book an appointment and learn about our drop-in services on the Student Success Portal (login required).

Employees and faculty can visit the Student Success SharePoint for more information on student support.

International Student Support Services

The International Student Support Services (ISSS) team supports the unique needs of international students at Conestoga. They assist incoming and current students through their transition, settlement and stay in Canada with informational webinars, in-person and virtual appointments and office drop-in hours.

International Student Immigration Advisors

International Student Immigration Advisors

International Student Immigration Advisors (ISIAs) advise students on all immigration-related topics and IRCC rules and regulations. Current and pre-registered students can book an appointment with an ISIA on the ISIA Student Success Portal page (login required) or by emailing internationaladvisor@conestogac.on.ca.

International Student Immigration Advisors (ISIAs) advise students on all immigration-related topics and IRCC rules and regulations. Current and pre-registered students can book an appointment with an ISIA on the ISIA Student Success Portal page (login required) or by emailing internationaladvisor@conestogac.on.ca.

International Transition Coordinators

International Transition Coordinators

International Transition Coordinators (ITCs) support the early onboarding and student transition process.

  • Travel to Canada preparedness
  • Housing search
  • Cultural adjustment
  • Family settlement
  • Guidance on accessing college and community resources

Current and pre-registered students can book an appointment with an ITC on the ITC Student Success Portal page (login required) or by emailing internationaltransition@conestogac.on.ca.

International Transition Coordinators (ITCs) support the early onboarding and student transition process.

  • Travel to Canada preparedness
  • Housing search
  • Cultural adjustment
  • Family settlement
  • Guidance on accessing college and community resources

Current and pre-registered students can book an appointment with an ITC on the ITC Student Success Portal page (login required) or by emailing internationaltransition@conestogac.on.ca.

Academic services

Learning Services

Learning Services provides students with various resources to support their academic success. Our dedicated team of advisors, consultants, and tutors help students build confidence in their learning journey.        

Assistive Technology

Explore technology that helps you read, write, study, and learn more effectively.        

Current students can visit Assistive Technology in the Student Success Portal (login required) for more information.        

Learning Skills Advising

Provides students with tools, resources and appointments to support them in developing individual learning strategies, the foundation for academic success.        

Current students can visit Learning Skills Advising in the Student Success Portal (login required) for more information.        

Math Services

Supports students enrolled in math and statistics courses to strengthen their knowledge and improve confidence through individual and group appointments, drop-ins, review sessions and workshops.        

Current students can visit Math Services in the Student Success Portal (login required) for more information.       

Peer Tutoring & Peer Assisted Learning (PAL)

Peer Tutoring offers free appointments for students in eligible first-year courses with upper-year students who have successfully completed the course. Peer Assisted Learning is planned weekly facilitated study sessions led by an upper-year student. PAL sessions are available for select first-year courses.        

Current students can visit Peer Tutoring & Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) in the Student Success Portal (login required) for more information.        

Writing Services

Provides support in all stages of the writing process through individual and group appointments, drop-in, and workshops.        

Current students can visit Writing Services in the Student Success Portal (login required) for more information.        

Open Learning

Open Learning connects students with open educational resources (OER), such as free study materials and textbooks.        

Learn more about how our services can impact your college experience by visiting the Open Learning web page.        

Research Services

Provides support in all stages of the research process and answers questions related to citing and referencing. Current students can visit Research Services in the Student Success Portal (login required) for more information.      

Academic Integrity

Academic Integrity is an educational resource for students. We promote a culture of integrity and academic excellence by educating students on academic integrity policies, procedures and expectations.       

Current students can connect with our services through Academic Integrity in the Student Success Portal (login required).       

Teach-Me-Tech

Library & Learning Services offers a range of technology support for students online and in person. Students looking for technology support or learning to use tech more effectively can connect with Teach-Me-Tech.       

Current students can visit Teach-Me-Tech in the Student Success Portal (login required) to book a consultation or access online tools and tutorials.       

Testing & assessment services

Testing for students with academic accommodations

The Test Centre's primary mandate is to facilitate the academic success of students requiring testing accommodations and ensure they receive them in a convenient, accessible and respectful manner.    

If approved for academic accommodations relating to testing, it is the student's responsibility to keep track of upcoming test dates and request testing appointments a minimum of seven (7) days before the test date.   

For more information, current students can visit Testing Services in the Student Success Portal (login required). Alternatively, you can contact the Test Centre by email at TestingServices@conestogac.on.ca or by phone at 548-889-0130.