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Career Planning & Pathways Guide: Ontario Grade 11 Info Session

Learn about secondary school diploma requirements, soft skills, labor market trends, and college & apprenticeship options in Ontario. Plan your future efficiently!

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Career Planning & Pathways Guide: Ontario Grade 11 Info Session

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  1. BANTING MEMORIAL H. S. Grade 11 Information Session What you need to know to get you where you want to go!

  2. ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL DIPLOMA In order to be granted an O.S.S.D., a student must: • Earn 30 Credits - 18 Compulsory - 12 Optional • Complete 40 hours of Community Service • Successfully complete the Grade 10 Literacy Test

  3. Where am I Going? Post secondary and career planning is important! WHY? Time in school: 17,000 hours (K-12) Time working: 80,000 hours

  4. The “Old” World of WORK WORK School Born Retire Die

  5. The “Emerging” World of Work Work Unemployment Time Off Work Training Work Unemployment Training Training Time Off Training School Work Born Work Unemployment Retire Training Time Off Training Work Die

  6. Acquire Transferable Skills • communication skills • relationship building • problem solving • entrepreneurial thinking • collaboration and teamwork • leadership abilities These soft skills will always be in demand, and having a variety of short-term or part-time jobs can be a great way to learn them. That is the best way to prepare for the job market of tomorrow!

  7. CAREER PLANNING EMPLOYABILITY JOB SEARCH Step 3:DECISION MAKING Step 2:LABOUR MARKET Step 1:SELF-ASSESSMENT

  8. Hopes & Abilities Dreams Life/Work Personal Experience Traits Values Interests Lifestyle Health Activities Education & Issues Training Step 1: Self AssessmentFactors In Career Discovery Hours of Work Wages/Income Job Duties EducationalRequirements Physical Requirements CAREER OR GOAL Environment Occupational Demand Geographical Location Industry Information Economic Trends Labour Market Trends Adapted from: Career Pathways, Norman Amundson & Gray Poehnell

  9. LABOUR MARKETDemographics and Future Trends Step 2: • 10 million Baby Boomers (1946-1964) • <6 million Baby Bust (1965-1979) • 7 million Baby Echo (1980-2000) • NOW - 7 million Canadians over 55 • In 2020, 1:5 Canadians over 65

  10. LABOUR MARKETwhat you may hear in the media… “Generation Jobless”/ “The New Underclass” Facts:19762010 Unemployment Rate: 8% 5% Average Salary: 14,600. 49,300. Working in Field of Study: 80% 82%

  11. HOT JOBS(fastest growing jobs on Workopolis/Maclean’s) • Financial advisor • Environmental Technicians/Technologists • Health field: Nurses; Psychiatric Nurses; Elder-care services coordinator • Information Technology: Online community manager; app developers; privacy regulators; big data analysts; encryption specialists; web content strategist • Truck & Transport Service Technician & Drivers • Sales Representatives • Social Services SOME…did not even exist a decade ago!!

  12. Step 3:DECISION MAKING So… What are My Options?? College Apprenticeship Workplace University Travel / GAP year

  13. APPRENTICESHIP practical method of learning specific job skills. observe a journeyperson and practise those skills on the job earn while you learn receive a Certificate of Qualification. you'll need your OSSD (high school diploma)

  14. Types of Apprenticeships Construction sector Electrician, plumber, drywall installer, roofer, welder, carpenter Service Sector Baker, chef, hairstylist, horticulturalist, early childhood educator, fruit grower Industrial Sector Machinist, tool & die, industrial electrician, water well driller Motive Power Sector Avionics technician, motor vehicle mechanic, auto body repair, ski lift technician

  15. Requirements for an apprenticeship A high school diploma Many require math skills up to grade 12 Some technical areas may require physics or chemistry Take OYAP or other School to Career programs

  16. Apprenticeship Facts (McCleans-Sept.2013) By 2031 – Canada will be short 2.7 million workers Where will the jobs be in the next decade? • Construction – 319,000 jobs • Oil and Gas - 5,850 • Mining - 112,000 (incl. heavy equipment operator, truck drivers, millwrights, welders, machine operators …) • Automotive - 77,150 • Forestry - 40,000 – 120,000 High demand trades… $50.00 hr. is not an uncommon wage rate

  17. Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program • OYAP is a school-work transition program • Apprenticeship may begin in grade 11 or 12 with the OYAP program • Students in the OYAP program may count their co-op hours towards their apprenticeship hours, thereby having a “head start”on their apprenticeship www.oyap.com

  18. SO... YOU WANT TO GO TO COLLEGE! WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW?

  19. COMMUNITY COLLEGE Job oriented/practical exp High employment rates – …. 91% of Canadian college students find employment within 6 months of grad. 1 year or less - Certificates 2-3 years programs -earn a Diploma Applied degrees may transfer to university from college

  20. SAMPLE COLLEGE PROGRAMS Arts related programs Fashion Design Graphic Design Illustration Animation Technical Theatre Production Advertising Suggested high school courses Visual Art, Drama, Communication Technology Business Programs E-Commerce Marketing Human Resources Financial Planning Accounting Travel and Tourism Suggested High School Courses Entrepreneurship, Marketing Mathematics, Tourism

  21. Health Care • Paramedic • Practical Nurse • Pharmacy Technician • Occupational Therapy Assistant • Lab Technician • Dental Hygienist Suggested High School Courses • Mathematics, Physical and Health Education, Biology, Chemistry Community Services • Social Service Worker • Early Childhood Educator • Child and Youth Worker • Police Foundations • Educational Assistant Suggested High School Courses • Sociology, Law, Parenting • Leadership and Peer Support

  22. College Admission Requirements OSSD which includes the required subjects such as math, English, sciences – College, University or University/College courses in grades 11 and 12 Portfolio, resume Questionnaire, interview Aptitude testing or pre-tests Volunteer or work experience (coop ed)

  23. For Example: Georgian College (2013-14) • Child and Youth Worker:Gr. 12 English (C or U) Recommended - Keyboarding ability, basic computer literacy and word processing) • Computer Programmer:Gr. 12 English (C or U) Gr. 12 C level math (MAP4C or MCT4C) • Pre-Service Firefighter:Gr. 12 English (C or U) any Gr. 12 math (C or U) Gr. 11 Biology (C) or Gr. 11 or 12 (U) Biology Gr. 12 Chemistry (C) or Gr. 11 or 12 (U) Chemistry or Gr. 12 (U) Exercise Science • Selection based on academic grades, portfolio and testing results • Volunteer work and team activities must be substantiated by hours, copies of certificates and reference letters • Complete a Fire Aptitude Test consisting of mathematical reasoning, problem solving and analytical reasoning relating to firefighting • Criminal Record check prior to practical experience • www.ontariocolleges.ca

  24. So…You Want To Go To UNIVERSITY What Do You Need To Know?

  25. UNIVERSITY More theoretical and abstract education Not necessarily job specific Training for professional jobs such as education, health care, engineering, law, physiotherapy 3-4 years - degree McMaster University

  26. UNIVERSITY ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 6 grade 12 University and/or University/College courses including ENG4U Prerequisite Courses must be U or M Supplementary application form for some programs Scholarships often require community and extracurricular involvement, leadership

  27. SAMPLE UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS Arts Related Programs Literature Sociology History Languages Music Psychology Geography Economics Philosophy Peace Studies Political Science Suggested Admission Requirements ENG4U1 and other Canadian & World Studies, Social Science & Humanities Course Business Related Programs Accounting Economics Marketing Finance Human Resources Information systems Suggested Admission Requirements ENG4U1, one or two grade 12 U math courses – MHF4U1 –Advanced Functions Consider CIA4U1 – Economics, BAT4M1 - Accounting

  28. Engineering Related Programs • Mechanical Civil • Chemical Electrical • Software & Game Design • Mechanical Computer • Biomedical Materials Suggested Admission Requirements • ENG4U1, MCV4U1- Calculus and Vectors, MHV4U1 – Advanced Functions, SCH4U - Chemistry, SPH4U - Physics Science Related Programs • Biology Biochemistry • Medical Radiation Sciences • Mathematics and Statistics • Chemistry • Kinesiology • Physics and Astronomy • Geography and Earth Sciences Suggested Admission Requirements • ENG4U1, MHV4U1 or MCV4U1, 2 or three of Biology, Chemistry or Physics

  29. Examples…from Guelph University(cutoffs - Fall 2015) • Bachelor of Arts: 83-88% • - English (ENG4U) • - 5 additional 4U or 4m courses • Majors may include: • Anthropology, Art History, Classical Studies, Economics, English • Environmental Governance, French Studies, Geography, Hispanic • Studies, History, Info System /Human Behaviour, International Development, • Economics, Music, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, • Theatre Studies • www.ouac.on.ca

  30. Examples…from Guelph University(cutoffs - Fall 2015) Bachelor of Science (Honours) : Biological Sciences: 79 - 84% ENG4U, MHF4U, two from SBI4U, SCH4U, SPH4U. Two additional 4U/M courses. SCH4U, SPH4U and SBI4U are strongly recommended for all biological sciences. Physical Sciences: 78- 81% ENG4U, MCV4U, two from SBI4U, SCH4U, SPH4U. Two additional 4U/M courses. SCH4U and SPH4U are strongly recommended for mathematical, computer, and physical sciences. www.ouac.on.ca

  31. Workplace Destination • Students who plan to enter the workforce • directly after high school should… • complete your high school diploma requirements • consider taking cooperative education. It is an important component of workplace preparation • work with your guidance counsellor or “Focus” (employment centre) to create a personal portfolio (resume, cover letters, letters of reference, achievements etc.) to present to prospective employers • www.waytowork.cawww.focuscdc.on.ca

  32. TRAVEL or GAP YEAR__________________________________ What is a Gap Year? • A year between high school graduation and the start of post-secondary studies. Usually travel, volunteerism and/or work. Gap Opportunities: • Discover yourself and gain valuable experience • Explore a new purpose or career path that is waiting to unfold • Develop leadership skills • Gain a richer cultural understanding • Share your skills / talents with people and communities in need How Do I Plan a Gap Year? • www.vergemagazine.com • www.projects-abroad.ca See your Guidance counsellor or Mrs. Cross in Guidance

  33. Whatever your choice…there are many routes to the same destination… High School (4, 4.5, 5 years) Apprenticeship College College > University University University > College Work > College Work > University GAP/Travel Work Remember Everyone enters the workforce, just at different times in our lives!

  34. Unintentional Careers Don’t be one of the 67% of adults who… never make intentional, fully-informed post-secondary and career choices and then spend 50% of their conscious hours in work settings they do not like.

  35. KEY MESSAGES 1. Begin to make your own decisions, choices and mistakes! 2. Find ways to gain experience 3. Discover “Who You Are” ! …do some self-awareness questionaires and start researching your post-secondary options 4. Access Your Allies…meet with your Guidance counsellor or SERT to make sure you are on track for all your Diploma requirements

  36. KEY MESSAGES 5. Start you research NOW!!! 6. If you need more time to think, take it!!! KNOW….There is no “best program pathway” – apprenticeship, college, university, or work… BUT There is one that is best for YOU!

  37. Next Year For your course selections you may wish to consider… • Co-operative Education • Specialist High Skills Major

  38. SPECIALIST HIGH SKILLS MAJOR • a specialized program that allows you to focus your learning on a specific economic sector Banting has 4 SHSM’s: • Agri-Business • Health and Wellness - Fitness and Health Promotion • Horticulture and Landscaping • Transportation - Recreational vehicles What does it involve? • a bundle of 4 major credits in the area of specialization • Contextualized learning activities in 3 other courses (English, Math, Science or Business) • 2 periods of related cooperative education • Experiential learning and reach-ahead activities • Industry recognized certifications

  39. SPECIALIST HIGH SKILLS MAJOR When you graduate… • There is a red seal on your diploma • There is a notification on your transcript that you have participated in the program • You will receive a student record card that lists your courses and certifications • Increasingly being recognized by post-secondary institutions If you are interested, visit Mrs. Vojin in Guidance

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