As well as University credit courses offered both on campus and in a distance format, St. Francis Xavier University Continuing & Distance Education offers a series of non-credit courses. Most of these short, part -time courses are delivered in the studios, classrooms and labs on the University's Antigonish campus. The recent focus of our non-credit courses is on language, art and computer software. Whether the goal is professional or personal development, potential students are sure to find course offerings of interest.

Hands on instruction in popular software for work or recreation purposes. Software may include Apple iWorks (word processing, spreadsheets and presentations), iLife (photography editing, video production and music recording), Microsoft Excel, and GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program).

E-Commerce

A practical course for those who wish to start an online business.

University Math Preparation

This non-credit interactive course is intended to prepare students for university level math courses. Some of the main topics studied in this course are mathematical functions, trigonometry and an introduction to limits.

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Word - This course will instruct you on the basics of Microsoft Word.

MSOffice Excel - A beginner's guide to the essentials of Microsoft Excel.

English as a Second Language

Join us for an informal class about Teaching English as a Second Language. During group discussions, topics to be addressed will include how to teach reading, writing, speaking and listening; considering student motives for learning English; addressing grammar issues; and finding resources.

Writing Essentials Online (in conjunction with the StFX Writing Centre)

If you want to write more clearly and coherently, have a better understanding of grammar and punctuation, and improve your overall communication skills, this six-week couse is for you.