Holland College hopes to resume face-to-face classes in winter semester

Holland College has announced its plans for the delivery of its post-secondary programs for the 2020-21 academic year.

The plans include distance delivery and blended delivery modes for the fall semester with the intention to resume face-to-face classes in the winter semester.

Distance delivery includes online learning in a variety of ways which may involve attending online classes in real time.

Blended delivery consists of a combination of distance delivery and face-to-face classes in labs and workshops where physical distancing, social hygiene and enhanced cleaning guidelines will be adhered to.

The mode of delivery has been determined by the specific requirements of each program. A detailed list has been posted on the college’s website.

Holland College developed the plan based on the guidelines provided by the Chief Public Health Office. If necessary, the plans may be adjusted with direction from public health authorities.

Enhanced cleaning continues, and flow plans have been developed for all buildings to ensure that students, faculty and staff can move safely from area to area while maintaining the required six feet of physical distancing.

Adult education night classes begin Aug. 24, and day classes begin Oct. 26. The mode of delivery will include blended, distance and face-to-face.

The language instruction for newcomers to Canada as well as the English for academic purpose programs are committed to distance learning through to the beginning of September at which point it will re-evaluate following the directives of the chief public health officer.

Plans for the return of Holland College faculty and staff to centres and campuses across the province will be announced soon.