Overview
For over 25 years, the Lifelong Learning Program (LLeaP) — through Carleton University’s Centre for Initiatives in Education — has provided diverse, non-credit and non-degree learning opportunities to adults of all ages.
Our program typically runs a Fall, Winter and Spring Session. Each session features a variety of hand picked topics, taught online and in-person, by Carleton and external experts.
We offer Expert Seminars, 6 Week Series, and Showcases all ranging in topics from arts and sciences, and everything in between. We also offer a variety of Workshops in writing, art and language. Lectures are typically held during the day. All offerings have no prerequisites, required readings, exams, assignments, or grades. This is all for the love of learning!
Yearly Schedule
- EXPERT SEMINARS are scheduled ongoing throughout the year. As a topic and Lecturer is confirmed, registration opens.
- SHOWCASES are scheduled 4 times a year – Fall (October), Winter (February), Spring (April) and Summer (July).
- SERIES & WORKSHOPS are scheduled over 3 sessions, Fall (September – October & November – December), Winter (January – February) and Spring (March – April & May – June).
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: Who can participate in the Lifelong Learning Program offerings?
A: We welcome adults of all ages! Our offerings are open enrolment, meaning anyone can participate.
Q: Are there any prerequisites?
A: Unless otherwise stated in the description of the offering, there are no required prerequisites.
Q: How long do your offerings run?
A: Most of our series run once weekly for two hours over the course of six consecutive weeks.
Language workshops typically run twice weekly for two hours over the course of five consecutive weeks.
Q: Are lecture notes/slides provided?
A: The distribution of lecture content is optional for LLeaP lecturers given copyright laws and intellectual property rights.
When applicable, content will be uploaded to a password protected page. Participants will receive details on how to locate content prior to the first day of the series.
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For full registration dates and details, please visit our Registration page.
Q: I want to register in a LLeaP series but it is already full. Can I be placed on a waiting list?
A: Yes! If an offering is full, you can join the waitlist. Our waitlists are monitored and you will be notified by email if a spot becomes available.
Payment and Fees
Q: Is there a discount for Carleton alumni or Carleton employees?
A: Our prices are the same for everyone.