The CAEC (Canadian Adult Education Credential) exam is an internationally recognized HSE (High School Equivalency) assessment for adults who were unable to complete their high school curriculum.
In early 2024, the CAEC replaced the outdated Canadian GED test. The CAEC exam is available in most provinces and territories across Canada.
The paper-based Canadian GED exam did not reflect Canadian cultures and values, and did not cover Canada-specific content.
What is on the CAEC exam?
The Canadian CAEC exam is made up of five separate, independent, modular, computer-based sub-exams that measure an applicant’s knowledge and skills in these academic subject fields:
- Mathematics
- Language Arts Writing
- Language Arts Reading
- Science
- Social Studies
Testing occurs at a level that’s similar to that of graduating high school students. Applicants who pass the five CAEC sub-exams will be awarded the Manitoba High School Equivalency Certificate.
In Manitoba, the CAEC exam is available only in a computer-based format and is open to Canadian citizens who are residents of Manitoba. The full Manitoba CAEC battery costs $75.00 ($15.00 per sub-exam). See also our page with Frequently Asked Questions about CAEC testing.
Online prep or a prep facility?
Many students prefer to follow an online CAEC prep program to get all set for the 5-test exam. Online learning allows them to learn at their convenience, and they don’t have to attend classes at a set time.
Be sure, however, to choose an online prep course that’s aligned with the most recent version of the CAEC exam, such as the online CAEC prep course designed by Cansego.
But there are also students who prefer to study under the guidance of an instructor. Online learning requires self-discipline, and that’s often the problem for these students.
For these students, the following Manitoba sites offer Adult Basic Education and CAEC instruction (please call for details):
Manitoba CAEC prep locations (cities by alphabet)
Ashern
Fieldstone Ventures Education & Training Centre
TBJ Mall – 61 Main St, Ashern, MB R0C 0E0, Ph: (204) 768-3797
Boissevain
Boissevain Adult Education Centre (Turtle Mountain Adult Education)
423 South Railway, Boissevain, MB R0K 0E0, Ph: (204) 534-6121
Brandon
Brandon Friendship Centre
602 A Rosser Ave, Brandon, MB R7A 0K7, Ph: (204) 726-1830
Brandon Literacy Council Inc.
129 12th St, Brandon, MB R7A 4L8, Ph: (204) 729-9964
Samaritan House Training Centre
1610 Pacific Ave, Brandon, MB R7A 7L9, Ph: (204) 727-1268
Adult Learning and Literacy (Manitoba Education & Training)
340-9th St, Room 362, Brandon, MB R7A 6C2, Ph: (204) 726-6027
Dauphin
Laverne Morrisseau Adult Education Program
210 1 Avenue NE, Dauphin, MB R7N 1A7, Ph: (204) 638.5707
Flin Flon
Community Adult Learning Centre
700 – 29 Main Street, Flin Flon, MB R8A 1J5, Ph: (204) 687-3223
Killarney
Killarney Adult Education Centre (Turtle Mountain Adult Education)
419 Finlay St, Killarney, MB R0K 1G0, Ph: (204) 523-4492
Lynn Lake
West Lynn Heights School Adult Learning Centre
460 McVeigh St, Lynn Lake, MB R0B 0W0, Ph: (204) 356-2292 ext. 33
Portage la Prairie
MITT Adult Learning Centre
110 Saskatchewan Ave W, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0M1, Ph: (204) 857-6304 or (204) 953-2030
Roblin
Regional Employment Resource Centre (L.E.A.R.N. Inc)
128 3rd Ave NW, Roblin, MB R0L 1P0, Ph: (204) 937-3163
Selkirk
Selkirk Adult Learning Program
425 Eveline St, Selkirk, MB R1A 2J5, Ph: (204) 482-7525
Swan River
Elbert Chartrand Friendship Centre
1413 Main St E, Swan River, MB R0L 1Z0, Ph: (204) 734-9391
Swan River Adult Education
128 5 Ave N, Swan River, MB R0L 1Z0, Ph: (204) 734-9391
The Pas
Kelsey Learning Centre – Stages Upgrading Program
436 7th St E, The Pas, MB R0B 2J0, Ph: (204) 627-8562
Thompson
Steps to Success @ YWCA Thompson
39 Nickel Rd, Thompson, MB R8N 0Y5, Ph: (204) 677-5016
Steps to Success
39 Nickel Rd, Thompson, MB R8N 0A1, Ph: (204) 677-5016
Ma-Mow-We-Tak Adult Basic Education
4 Nelson Rd, Thompson, MB R8N 0B4, Ph: (204) 677-0950
Virden
The Association of Parents & Professionals for Literacy (APPLE)
585 – 7th Ave S, Virden, MB R0M 2C0, Ph: (204) 748-2384
Winkler
Regional Connections Adult Literacy Program
295 Perry St, Winkler, MB R6W 4A6, Ph: (204) 325-4059
Winnipeg
Adult Learning and Literacy
215 – 800 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3G 0N4, Ph: (204) 945-8247
Open Doors Adult Literacy (The Elizabeth Fry Society of Manitoba)
544 Selkirk Ave, Winnipeg, MB R2W 2M9, Ph: (204) 586-1878
Open Doors Adult Literacy (@ King Edward School)
825 Selkirk Ave, Winnipeg, MB R2X 2Y6, Ph: (204) 586-1878
Elmwood GOAL Adult Literacy Program
75 Brazier St, Winnipeg, MB R2L 1N6, Ph: (204) 982-1720
Elmwood Community Resource Centre
545 Watt St, Winnipeg, MB R2K 2S2, Ph: (204) 982-1720
CAEC classes provided by GOAL Adult Literacy Program
Manitoba alphabétisation des adultes en français
420 Des Meurons St, Unit 114 Winnipeg MB R2H 2N9, Ph: (204) 233.1735
John Howard Society of Manitoba Literacy Program
583 Ellice Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 1Z7, Ph: (204) 775-1514
North End Lord Selkirk Park Adult Learning Program
271 Dufferin Ave, Unit 42, Winnipeg, MB R2W 2X7, Ph: (204) 802-9435 or (204) 421-0895
North End Luxton Site Adult Learning Program
2211 McPhillips St, Unit H, Winnipeg, MB R2V 3M5, Ph: (204) 802-9435
Neeginan Learning & Literacy
403 – 181 Higgins Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 3G1, Ph: (204) 989-6244
River East Transcona Adult Literacy Program
530 McLeod Ave, Winnipeg, MB R2K 0B4, Ph: (204) 669-1836
Stevenson-Britannia Adult Learning Centre
1 Braintree Crescent, Winnipeg, MB R3J 1C7, Ph: (204) 837-3521
The Salvation Army STEP (Stages Education Program)
324 Logan Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3A 0L5, Ph: (204) 946-9141
Adult Education Centre
1747 Main St, Winnipeg, MB R2V 1Z6, Ph: (204) 589-9852
Not a CAEC program, but the lessons prepare you for future success in college and career.
Frontier College-Winnipeg
255 Tache Ave, 3rd Floor, Winnipeg, MB R2H 1Z8, Ph: (204) 202-8762
No online CAEC test
Though it is delivered in a computer-based format, the CAEC exam is not available online. You must show up in person at one of Manitoba’s official CAEC testing sites.
You can write the five modular CAEC sub-exams, one or more at a time, in the order that suits you best. There’s no need to take the entire exam in one session, and your results remain valid.
Manitoba CAEC test centres
United for Literacy in Winnipeg
717 Portage Ave, Suite 403, Winnipeg, MB R3G 0M8, Ph: (204) 786-7051
Red River College Polytech (Exchange District)
319 Elgin Ave, Room E440, Winnipeg, MB R3A 0K4, Ph: (204) 632-2458
CAEC testing is also available every month at test sites in
- Brandon (Assiniboine College, Room 223-1, 1430 Victoria Ave E, Test Centre)
- The Pas (University College of the North, Room 130, 436 7th St E)
- Thompson (University College of the North, Room 136 C, 55 UCN Dr)
- CAEC testing in French is offered in St. Boniface
For an overview of CAEC testing dates in Manitoba, <- check this page
For more Information about CAEC testing, please contact:
Manitoba CAEC Testing Office (Adult Learning and Literacy)
215-800 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3G 0N4
Ph: (204) 945.8247 or (1-800) 282.8069
The University of Winnipeg Preparatory Program (UPP)
The University of Winnipeg University Preparation Program
515 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 2E9, Ph: (204) 786-9818
The University of Winnipeg’s Preparatory Program (UPP) makes post-secondary education accessible to adults who don’t meet the university’s admission requirements.
The UPP is for adults ages 21 and older and lasts 16 weeks, running from October through April. The program is delivered face-to-face on the university campus on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
On Tuesdays, students will be working through CAEC (Canadian Adult Education Credential) course material in preparation for the Manitoba CAEC exam.
On Thursdays, they will work on English writing and basic grammar in preparation for their university-level writing requirements. Students who require additional support can benefit from free tutoring and study skills development sessions available throughout the UPP program.
To learn more about where the new Canadian CAEC exam is available, <- visit this page.