Language Assessment – Communication Course Placement Challenge

Many of Sheridan’s programs require completion of Essential Communication Skills (COMM 19999) which will help you develop the communication skills necessary for today's workplace. Based on your Grade 12 or postsecondary English score, or the English Language Proficiency score in your application, you will be placed into Communication Foundations (COMM 19997) or Essential Communication Skills (COMM 19999) in your first semester. You will be notified by email regarding your communication course placement. Students placed in Communication Foundations (COMM 19997) will be required to complete the Essential Communication Skills (COMM 19999) course in a future semester. This is an additional course and will have an associated cost. Essential Communications Skills (COMM 19999) must be completed in order to graduate.

You may challenge your placement in Communication Foundations (COMM 19997) by writing a challenge exam provided there is adequate time to write and assess the exam prior to the start of the term. Please contact Olga Bukovynskyy to see if you qualify.

View programs requiring Essential Communication Skills (COMM 19999)