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KNOW about the choices that are available…

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• Work• Apprenticeship• College• University

DEFINITION OF TYPES

• Grade 9 & 10 courses – focus is on establishing solid knowledge and foundation skills

• Applied (P) - a real-life hands on approach with some theory

• Academic (D) – theoretical in approach, utilizes abstract thinking

• Open (O) – an opportunity to explore an area of interest for all students

• Essential or Locally Developed (M) – courses intended for students whose education needs are not met by the provincial courses in English, Mathematics and Science.

• Grade 11, 12 – U courses leads to university

• M courses lead to college / university

• C courses lead to college

• E courses lead to the workplace

TECHNOLOGICAL EDUCATION

• Communications Technology

• Computer Technology

• Green Industries

• Technological Design

• Hairstyling and Aesthetics

• Health Care

• Construction Technology

• Hospitality and Tourism

• Manufacturing Technology

• Transportation Technology

GOALS OF TECHNOLOGICAL EDUCATION

• Achieve the level of technological competency they will need in order to succeed in their postsecondary education or training programs or in the workplace;

• Develop a creative and flexible approach to problem solving that will help them address challenges in various areas throughout their lives;

• Develop the skills, including critical thinking skills, and the knowledge of strategies required to do research, conduct inquires, and communicate findings accurate, ethically, and effectively;

• Develop lifelong learning habits that will help them adapt to technological advances in the changing workplace and world;

• Make connections that will help them take advantage of potential postsecondary education and world opportunities.

COOPERATIVE EDUCATION

A way of learning outside the classroom, allowing you to work in your field of interest, while earning two to four high school credits.

CO-OP ALLOWS YOU TO:

• Test a career

• Explore your interests & aptitudes

• Develop specific job skills & gain experience

• Develop attitudes for success in the workplace

• Gain valuable employability skills

• Qualify & prepare for future part time, full time & summer employment

• Gather references for your resume

• Earn diploma credits

PURSUING APPRENTICESHIP?

• Start by taking co-op in your trade area of interest:

- Construction (Mason, Millwright, Electrician, Carpenter, Ironworker, Painter, Plumber, Heating & A/C, Sheet Metal worker…)

- Industrial (Machinist, Sheet Metal Worker, Cabinet Maker, Mold Maker, Printer Technician, Tool & Die..)

- Services Trades (Baker, Cook, Hairstylist, Horticulturalist, Radio & TV Service Technician…)

REGISTER FOR OYAP THROUGH CO-OP

EARN DUAL CREDITS – ACCELERATED OYAP PROGRAM (HUMBER, GEORGE BROWN, CENTENNIAL & SENECA COLLEGE)

• Electrician Construction & Maintenance

• Plumber

• Landscaping & horticulture

• Cook – Culinary Arts

• Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic

• Early Childhood Educator

• General Carpenter

• Automotive Service Technician

WORKPLACE BOUND?

• Get started on a career now…

- A co-op experience places student sin a supportive environment

- Through Co-op, many students are hired by their placements

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• www.mazemaster.on.ca

• www.hrdcdrhc.gc.ca

• www.canada.gc.ca

• www.thejobline.ca

• www.jobcanada.org

• www.jobs.gc.ca

• www.gov.on.ca

• www.volunteermbc.org

No matter what path you choose, you will all end up in the same place …

The world of WORK!