DIPLOMA OF COLLEGIAL STUDIES

The 'Diploma of Collegial Studies' ('DCS' or 'DEC', from the French ''Diplôme d'études collégiales'') is issued by the province of Quebec, Canada at the completion of post-secondary studies at a CEGEP or a private college. The diploma is awarded for two types of programs: two years of pre-university studies or three years of professional technical studies.