Life After High School

THE TIME IS NOW!!!

Research Plan and Apply NOW.

Check all High School

Requirements!!!

Graduation

8 Months from now!

It all starts with your…

Student Status Sheet

Check Grades & Accuracy

Review of OSSD RequirementsReview of OSSD Requirements

30 CREDITS (18 compulsory+12 elective)

Successful completion of Literacy Test

40 HOURS of Community Service

OSSD REQUIREMENTS

4 English 3 Math 2 Science 1 Arts 1 Canadian Geography

1 Canadian History 1 French 1 Physical Education Civics (½ credit) Careers (½ credit)

•1 additional credit in one of: Arts, Business or Phys. Ed.

•1 additional credit in one of: Canadian and World Studies, English, Social Science or 3rd Language

•1 additional credit in one of: Sr. Science or Technical Education

• 12 Optional credits

Grade 12 Literacy CourseGrade 12 Literacy Course

If you have not been successful on the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test, you may take the course (OLC 4O0)

Earning the credit in this course will satisfy the Literacy requirement on your diploma so that you can graduate.

Community ServiceCommunity Service

In order to graduate, you must complete 40 hours of community service

If you have not completed your 40 hours yet, it is extremely important that you try to finish them BEFORE September

College and University College and University Program InformationProgram Information

College www.ontariocolleges.ca Individual college websites

University OUAC INFO booklet online at

www.electronicinfo.ca www.ouac.on.ca Individual university websites

NewNew Math CoursesMath Courses

Advanced Functions (MHF 4U0)Need MCR 3U0

Calculus and Vectors (MCV 4U0)MHF 4U0 to precede or be taken with MCV 4U0

Math for College Technology (MCT 4C0)Need MCF 3M0

Data Management (MDM 4U0)Need MCF 3M0 or MCR 3U0

Website Resources for College & University Exploration

www.myblueprint.ca

www.careercruising.ca

www.canlearn.ca

www.electronicinfo.ca

www.ontariocolleges.ca

Useful Terminology

Diploma (College) Applied Degree (College &

University) Degree : Bachelor ; Undergraduate Transfer Agreements- not automatic

& based on performance Apprenticeship/Co-Op Programs

College Pathway

College Requirements

Workplace level programs are not recognized by the colleges as acceptable preparation

Students need a majority of grade 11/12 courses offered at the college level

Math and English marks of 65% or higher are preferred by the colleges

Start researching program requirements BEFORE you select your courses.

University Pathway

University Requirements

Students must present 6 Grade 12 (4U) university preparation or (4M) university/college courses to qualify for university entrance.

Be prepared, you should already know program requirements so that you select the appropriate courses.

Requirements for all courses can be found on the university or college web-site.

The web-sites are easy to find: www.yorku.ca www.humber.ca

www.utoronto.ca www.ryerson.ca www.sheridaninstitute.ca www.lakeheadu.ca or just

College and University Fairs

University Fair:Metro Toronto Convention Centre End of September

College Fair:Metro Toronto Convention CentreMid October 2007

Financing Your Education

All College and University web-sites and calendars show the scholarships they give.

Your parents workplace may offer awards.

www.studentawards.com www.scholarshipscanada.com http://osap.gov.on.ca The Royal Bank of Mom and Dad

Are you ready to apply to COLLEGE?

OEN (Ontario Educational Number) List of 5 researched choices Apply today : Deadline is Feb 1 Pay by credit card Record your OCAS number for

future references or changes APPLY BY DECEMBER to ensure you

chances of getting an early acceptance

Are you ready to apply to UNIVERSITY?

PIN number/School Number 910058 Deadline January 9 Sign up today for one or more

programs and make changes until February

Make 3 Realistic Choices Pay and record your OUAC Number Choose program now & specialize

later

Direct Entry Into Work Pathway

Finding a Job letters of application resume writing Interview skills searching and finding a job are all on

the web-site

www.monster.ca

Apprenticeship Pathways

Entry into an apprenticeship requires the completion of Grade 8, Grade 10, or Grade 12, depending on the trade. The grade requirement for each trade is identified in the pathway chart for that trade. Pathway booklets are available in Guidance. Or go on-line to www.edu.gov.on.ca

Note that employers in any trade may require that individuals be secondary school graduates as a condition of employment.

What is an Apprentice?

An Apprentice is someone who learns a skilled trade on the job, under the direction of more experienced workers. Apprentices also complete classroom instruction as a part of their training. Apprentices are employees, and earn a salary while they learn a skilled trade

Construction Sector

Brick and Stone Mason Construction Boilermaker Construction and Maintenance Electrician

Domestic and Rural Electrician Drywall, Acoustic, and Lathing Applicator

General Carpenter Glazier and Metal Mechanic Heat and Frost Insulator Ironworker

Construction Sector

MechanicPlumberMobile Crane Operator Painter and Decorator Refrigeration and Air-ConditioningReinforcing Rod worker Restoration Mason Roofer

Construction Sector

Sheet Metal Worker Sprinkler and Fire Protection Steam Fitter Terrazzo, Tile, and Marble Setter Tower Crane Operator

Industrial Sector

Welder FitterFacilities Maintenance Mechanic Facilities Systems Technician General Machinist Industrial Electrician Industrial Mechanic Millwright Machine-Tool Builder and Integrator Mould & Pattern Maker Precision Metal Fabricator Surface Mount Assembler Tool and Die Maker

Motive Power Sector

Automotive Painter Auto Body Repairer & Collision Damage Repairer Automotive Service Technician Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Marine Engine Mechanic Motorcycle Mechanic Parts person Small Engine Technician Transmission Technician Truck and Coach Technician Truck-Trailer Service Technician

Service Sector

Arborist Assistant Cook Baker Pool and Hot Tub / Spa Service TechnicianChild and Youth WorkerEarly Childhood Educator Hairstylist Horticultural Technician Network Cabling Specialist CookRetail Meat Cutter

Why would I want to become an Apprentice?

Skilled workers are in high demand in many industries.

Becoming an apprentice can be an important first step to learning new skills and building a rewarding career. Jobs in the skilled trades pay well, and are interesting and challenging.

Plus, you can earn while you learn.

3 Pathways to

Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship Pathway 1

Through an Employer

To become an apprentice, you must find an employer who is willing to hire and train you. People who want to become apprentices usually apply directly to an employer, union or local committee.

Apprenticeship Pathway 2

OYAP

If you're a high school student, Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Programcan help you start training to be an apprentice while you are completing high school.

OYAP Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program

OYAP uses Secondary School Co-op as the pathway to Apprenticeships

Must be 16 years old

Must have 16 credits

Must have aptitude and desire

Co-Op Co-Op Cooperative EducationCooperative Education

Co-op is worth 4 credits, so you will only be able to choose 4 other courses once you select Co-op

Co-op interviews will take place in March/April

Hands-on experience, career exploration, looks great on a resume and it can be an apprenticeship pathway with OYAP

Apprenticeship Pathway 3College

The Co-op Diploma Apprenticeship program can help students train as an apprentice while completing a related college course.

How do I know which skilled trade I'd be good at?

Choosing any career is a combination of matching your skills and interests to job opportunities. In Ontario, as you have seen in previous slides, there are more than 140 skilled trades, ranging from auto mechanics to arborists, and from chefs to welders.

How do I know which skilled trade I'd be good at?

Visit the Life After High School section of the www.edu.gov.on.ca website for career planning help. Go to the Skills Connect section and follow the link to Apprenticeship Opportunities to find a list of skilled trades, plus the aptitudes, skills and education required for each one.

Do I have to pay to be an apprentice?

A registration $40 fee is usually required.

No registration fee is charged if you are participating in the OYAP.

Do I have to pay to be an apprentice?

Fees for in-class instruction are about $400 for eight weeks of instruction.

There will usually be 5 of these instruction periods required during the apprenticeship, for a total cost of about $2,000.

A fee of $100 is also required to write the Certification of Qualification exam.

Do I have to pay to be an apprentice?

There is no cost to participate in a Pre-Apprenticeship Training project.

Contact the local apprenticeship training office.

For More Information

Go to www.edu.gov.on.ca

Click on Ministry of Training and follow the links for all of the information you need. (including locations of Apprenticeship Offices)

START YOUR RESEARCH

NOW! YOU HAVE NO ONE TO

BLAME BUT YOURSELF IF YOU FIND YOU ARE IN A COURSE YOU DON’T LIKE OR

DON"T NEED

Course ChangesCourse Changes

“Change of mind” changes may be made anytime before June 1.

Changes will be allowed depending on course availability.

Change of mind changes will not be done in September.

Valid Reasons for a Course ChangeValid Reasons for a Course Change

The only timetable changes that will be done in September are for students who have timetable conflicts such as: No assigned lunch period 2 courses are scheduled for the same period Course was completed at summer school No prerequisite for a chosen course due to a

course failure in June

Accessing the Online Course Accessing the Online Course Selection ProgramSelection Program

Follow the instructions outlined in the handout titled:

Course Selection Process