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“Be the change you want to see in the world.” Mohandas Gandhi

“Be the change you want to see in the world.” Mohandas Gandhi. Adapted from a Presentation Prepared by Leah Percival D. Livingston April 2011. Career & Course Planning: A Goal-Setting Approach. Bridges to explore career interests Post-Secondary options & entry requirements

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“Be the change you want to see in the world.” Mohandas Gandhi

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  1. “Be the change you want to see in the world.” Mohandas Gandhi Adapted from a Presentation Prepared by Leah Percival D. Livingston April 2011

  2. Career & Course Planning:A Goal-Setting Approach • Bridgesto explore career interests • Post-Secondary options & entry requirements • University Program Admissions • Other Post-Secondary Training Opportunities • Direct Entry into Workforce / Career • BC Dogwood graduation requirements • Course planning with a goal in mind • Dare to Dream

  3. Bridges– Exploring Career Interests • Access the program at school or home • Check with Ms. Azak or Dr. Hansen for login info • Choices Explorer – online articles • Choices Planner – building powerful plans • Ability Profiler – helps identify strengths • Self Discovery Assessment • Learning Style Inventory Part of BC’s Planning 10 & Grad Transitions Return

  4. Simon Fraser UniversitySFU Programs at a glance • Applied Sciences • Arts and Social Sciences • General – Criminology – • World Literature – • Teachers of English – • Graduate & Undergraduate – • Business Administration • Communication, Art and Technology • TechOne • Interactive Arts & Technology • Education • Science– Science – Math – • Compare University Admission Requirements Return

  5. COMPUTING SCIENCEFaculty of Applied Sciences ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Software systems, Computing science, Applied Sciences. (admission average: 80% or higher) Grade 11 Courses (Must be passed, but grades are not used to calculate your admission average) • English 11, or French language 11 • Language 11 (includes beginners language 11, American sign language 11 or 12, and language 12 courses) Grade 12 Courses (Your admission average is calculated on four approved grade 12 level courses on either the final school mark or the final blended {course & provincial} mark, whichever is higher) • English 12 • Principles of math 12 • One of Biology 12/Chemistry 12/Physics 12 • One additional approved course from the following list: • BC First Nations Studies 12, • English Literature 12; • History 12, • Principles of Math 12, • Biology 12, • Chemistry 12, • Geography 12, • Geology 12, • Physics 12. • French 12 or Francais langue seconde 12, • German 12, • Japanese 12, • Mandarin 12, • Punjabi 12, • Spanish 12,

  6. Computing Science Career Options Software Engineers Network Administrators Database Developers Video Game Developers And more.

  7. ENGINEERING SCIENCEFaculty of Applied Sciences ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Mechatronic systems engineering, Engineering science, Applied sciences. (Admission average: 80% or higher) Grade 11 courses (Must be passed, but grades are not used to calculate your admission average) • English 11 or Francais premiere langue 11 • Language 11 ( includes beginner’s language 11, American sign language 11, or 12, and language 12 courses.) • Science 11 ( includes Applications of Physics 12, Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Earth Science 11, Forests 11, IB Environmental Systems 11, Principles of Physics 11) Grade 12 Courses (your admission average is calculated on four approved grade 12 level courses on either the final school mark or the final blended {course & provincial} mark, whichever is higher) • English 12 • Principles of Math12 • Chemistry 12 • Physics 12

  8. Engineering Science Career Options Mechanical design CAD/CAM Strain and stress modeling Simulations & design using MATLAB & LabVIEW Control system Theory Hierarchy, polyarchy, heterarchy & hybrid architectures Control algorithms Electronic circuits Analog & digital circuit analysis & design Digital signal processing Circuit simulations using HSPICE IC circuit design & production Network communications Real-time programming Embedded & hard drive design Sensor & actuator design & Production. Return

  9. EXPLORATIONSFaculty of Arts and Social Sciences ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Explorations, Arts and social sciences ( admission average 82% or higher) Grade 11 courses (must be passed, but grades are not used to calculate your admission average) • English 11 or Francais premiere langue 11 • Language 11 ( includes beginner’s language 11, American sign language 11 or 12, and language 12 courses) • Science 11 ( includes applications of physics 12, Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Earth science 11, Forests 11, IB Environmental Systems 11, Principles of Physics 11) • Principles of Math 11 with a minimum grade of 60% Grade 12 courses (your admission average is calculated on four approved grade 12 level courses on either the final school mark or the final blended {course & provincial} mark, whichever is higher) • English 12 Three additional approved courses from the following list: BC First Nations studies 12 • English Literature 12; History 12, • Principles of Math 12, Biology 12 • Chemistry 12, Geography 12, • Geology 12, Physics 12. • French language 12 Or francais langue seconde 12 • German 12, Japanese 12 • Mandarin 12, Punjab 12, Spanish 12,

  10. Explorations Undergraduate Programs: Anthropology Archeology Cognitive science Economics English First Nations Studies French French Cohort Gender, Sexuality and women’s studies Gerontology Hellenic Studies History Humanities International studies Labor studies Languages Legal studies Linguistics Philosophy, World literature Political Science, Statistics Psychology, Sociology

  11. CriminologyFaculty of Arts and Social Sciences ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Criminology, Arts and social sciences (admission average 82% or higher) Grade 11 courses (must be passed, but grades are not used to calculate your admission average) • English 11 or Francais premiere langue 11 • Language 11 ( includes beginner’s language 11, American sign language 11 or 12, and language 12 courses) • Science 11 ( includes Applications of Physics 12, Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Earth science 11, Forests 11, IB Environmental Systems 11, Principles of Physics 11) • Principles of Math 11 with a minimum grade of 60% Grade 12 courses (your admission average is calculated on four approved grade 12 level courses on either the final school mark or the final blended {course& provincial } mark, whichever is higher) • English 12 • Three additional approved courses from the following list: BC First nations Studies 12 • English Literature 12; History 12, • Principles of Math 12, Biology 12 • Chemistry 12, Geography 12, • Geology 12, Physics 12. • French language 12 Or francais langue seconde 12 • German 12, Japanese 12 • Mandarin 12, Punjab 12, Spanish 12,

  12. Criminology Undergraduate Programs: Year 2-4 (complete BA) Criminology Criminology (police studies) Criminology Graduate & Professional Programs After year 4 ( Complete MA or PhD) Criminology Master’s Program Criminology Doctoral Program.

  13. WORLD LITERATURE + MATEFACULTY OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS World literature, Arts and Social Sciences (admission average: 82% or higher) Grade 11 Courses (must be passed, but grades are not used to calculate your admission average) • English 11 or Francais premiere langue 11 • Language 11 ( includes beginner’s language 11, American sign language 11 or 12, and language 12 courses) • Science 11 ( includes Applications of Physics 12, Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Earth science 11, Forests 11, IB Environmental Systems 11, Principles of Physics 11) • Principles of Math 11 with a minimum grade of 60% Grade 12 Courses (your admission average is calculated on four approved grade 12 level courses on either the final school mark or the final blended {course & provincial} mark, whichever is higher) • English 12 • Three additional approved courses from the following list: BC First Nations Studies 12, • English Literature 12; History 12, • Principles of Math 12, Biology 12 • Chemistry 12, Geography 12, • Geology 12, Physics 12. • French language 12 Or francais langue seconde 12 • German 12, Japanese 12 • Mandarin 12, Punjab 12, Spanish 12,

  14. World Literature & MATE Undergraduate Programs: Year 2-4 Complete BA World Literature World Literature & MATE Graduate & Professional Programs: After year 4 (Complete MA or PhD) Master of Arts for Teachers of English (MATE) Arts and Social Sciences Master’s Programs Arts and Social Sciences Doctoral Programs Return

  15. Business AdministrationFaculty of Business Administration ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Business Administration ( Admission average 80% or higher) Grade 11 Courses • (must be passed, but grades are not used to calculate your admission average) • English 11 or Francais premiere langue 11 • Language 11 ( includes beginner’s language 11, American sign language 11 or 12, and language 12 courses) • Science 11 ( includes applications of physics 12, Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Earth science 11, Forests 11, IB Environmental Systems 11, Principles of Physics 11) Grade 12 Courses (your admission average is calculated on four approved grade 12 level courses on either the final school mark or the final blended {course& provincial} mark, whichever is higher. Admission decisions for students applying for Fall 2011 will be based on a combination of a student’s academic performance and an assessment of their broad based admissions form.) • English 12, Principles of math 12 • Two additional approved courses from the following list: BC First Nations Studies 12, English Literature 12; History 12, • Principles of Math 12, Biology 12 • Chemistry 12, Geography 12, • Geology 12, Physics 12. • French language 12 Or francais langue seconde 12 • German 12, Japanese 12 • Mandarin 12, Punjab 12, Spanish 12,

  16. Business Administration Undergraduate Programs Year 2-4 (complete BBA) Accounting – Honours Entrepreneurship & Innovation Finance Human Resource management International Business Management Information Systems Management Science Marketing Return

  17. TechOneFaculty of Communication, Art and Technology ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS TechOne, Communication, Art & Technology (admission average: 80% or higher) Grade 11 Courses (Must be passed, but grades are not used to calculate your admission average) • English 11 or Francais premiere langue 11 • Language 11 ( includes beginner’s language 11, American sign language 11, or 12, and language 12 courses.) • Science 11 ( includes Applications of Physics 12, Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Earth Science 11, Forests 11 IB Environmental Systems 11, Principles of Physics 11) • Principles of Math 11 with a minimum grade of 60% Grade 12 courses (your admission average is calculated on four approved grade 12 level courses on either the final school mark or the final blended {course & provincial} mark, whichever is higher) • English 12 • Three additional approved courses from the following list: BC First Nations Studies 12, • English Literature 12; History 12, • Principles of Math 12, Biology 12 • Chemistry 12, Geography 12, • Geology 12, Physics 12. • French language 12 Or francais langue seconde 12 • German 12, Japanese 12 • Mandarin 12, Punjab 12, Spanish 12,

  18. TechOne Undergrad Programs Year 2-4 (complete BA, BASc, BBA or BSc) Business Administration Communication Education Interactive Arts & technology

  19. Interactive Arts & TechnologyFaculty of Communication, Art & Technology Interactive Arts & Technology ( admission average 80% or higher) Grade 11 courses • (must be passed, but grades are not used to calculate your admission average) • English 11 or Francais premiere langue 11 • Language 11 ( includes beginner’s language 11, American sign language 11, or 12, and language 12 courses.) • Science 11 ( includes Applications of Physics 12, Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Earth Science 11, Forests 11 IB Environmental Systems 11, Principles of Physics 11) Grade 12 courses (your admission average is calculated on four approved grade 12 level courses on either the final school mark or the final blended {course & provincial} mark, whichever is higher) • English 12 • Principles of Math 12 • Two additional approved courses from the following list: BC First Nations Studies 12, • English Literature 12; History 12, • Principles of Math 12, Biology 12 • Chemistry 12, Geography 12, • Geology 12, Physics 12. • French language 12 Or francais langue seconde 12 • German 12, Japanese 12 • Mandarin 12, Punjab 12, Spanish 12,

  20. Interactive Arts & Technology Undergraduate Programs Informatics Media Arts Design Return

  21. EducationFaculty of Education Admission Requirements Education (Admission Average of 82% or higher) Grade 11 Courses (must be passed, but grades are not used to calculate your admission average) • English 11 or Francais premiere langue 11 • Language 11 ( includes beginner’s language 11, American sign language 11, or 12, and language 12 courses.) • Science 11 ( includes Applications of Physics 12, Biology 11, Chemistry 11, Earth Science 11, Forests 11 IB Environmental Systems 11, Principles of Physics 11) • Principles of Math 11 with a minimum grade of 60% Grade 12 Courses (your admission average is calculated on four approved grade 12 level courses on either the final school mark or the final blended {course& provincial} mark, whichever is higher) • English 12 • Three additional approved courses from the following list: BC First Nations Studies 12, • English Literature 12; History 12, • Principles of Math 12, Biology 12 • Chemistry 12, Geography 12, • Geology 12, Physics 12. • French language 12 Or francais langue seconde 12 • German 12, Japanese 12 • Mandarin 12, Punjab 12, Spanish 12,

  22. Education Undergraduate programs Year 2-4 ( complete BA, BSc or BGS) Counselling & human development Curriculum ‡ instruction Early learning Educational psychology Environmental education French education General studies International & global education Learning & developmental disabilities Mathematical sciences Physical education Secondary mathematics education Return

  23. ScienceFaculty of science ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Science (admission average 80%) Grade 11 courses (must be passed, but grades are not used to calculate your admission average) • English 11 or Francais premiere langue 11 • Language 11 ( includes beginner’s language 11, American sign language 11, or 12, and language 12 courses.) • Chemistry 11 • Principles of Physics 11 Grade 12 courses (your admission average is calculated on four approved grade 12 level courses on either the final school mark or the final blended {course & provincial} mark, whichever is higher) • English 12 • Principles of math 12 • Two of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geography 12, or physics 12

  24. Science Undergraduate Programs Year 2-4 (Complete BSc ) Actuarial science Applied mathematics Applied physics, Biological physics Biological sciences Biomedical physiology and kinesiology Chemical physics Chemistry, Earth sciences Environmental chemistry Industrial mathematics Life sciences year two Management & systems science Marine science, Mathematical physics Mathematics Mathematics & computing science Molecular biology & Biochemistry Nuclear science Physics Statistics

  25. MathematicsFaculty of Science ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Mathematics, Management & Systems Science (admission average: 80%) Grade 11 courses (must be passed, but grades are not used to calculate your admission average) • English 11 or Francais premiere langue 11 • Language 11 ( includes beginner’s language 11, American sign language 11, or 12, and language 12 courses.) • Chemistry 11 • Principals of Physics 11 Grade 12 courses (your admission average is calculated on four approved grade 12 level courses on either the final school mark or the final blended {course & provincial} mark, whichever is higher) • English 12 • Principles of Math 12 • Two of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Geography 12, Geology 12, or Physics 12.

  26. Mathematics Undergraduate Programs Year 2-4 ( complete BA or BSc) •Applied mathematics Industrial Mathematics Operations research & applied statistics Scientific computing Discrete mathematics Management & Systems Science Mathematics Mathematics & computing science Mathematical physics Return

  27. Compare University Entrance Requirements UNIVERSITIES • British Columbia • Northern British Columbia • Victoria • Saskatchewan • Alberta • Emily Carr COLLEGES • Langara (Vancouver) • Northwest (Terrace) Return

  28. Other Post-Secondary Programs • Trades Training • WITT (women in trades) • Raven Aboriginal Youth Employment program • Bold Eagle • Aboriginal Youth Internship • RCMP Youth Academy Return

  29. Trades Training“Earn while you learn” • Apprenticeship training is a form of post-secondary education that combines paid, work-based training (about 80% of training), with technical training in a classroom or shop setting (about 20% of training). Successful completion of both components, along with examinations, is required to earn a certificate or ticket, and become a certified tradesperson. In school technical training typically ranges from 4 to 10 weeks per year depending on the trade and takes approximately four years on average to complete. There are several routes into apprenticeship training, including: • Direct entry with an employer to sponsor you • Pre-apprenticeship Foundation program at a college of your choice • Applying for credit for prior training or experience. Which may enable you to complete your certification requirements in less time • Secondary school apprenticeship programs

  30. Trades Options There are over 140 recognized trades in BC including : Air Pilots, Aircraft Assemblers, Aircraft inspectors, Appliance servicers/technicians, Auto body repairers, Auto mechanics/Technicians Bakers, Blacksmiths, Brick Stone Masons, Bricklayers, Cabinetmakers, Carpenters, Chefs Construction managers, Millwrights Cosmetologists, Crane operators Drywall Installers and finishers, Electricians Gas Fitters, Glass cutters, Heavy Equipment Operators, Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics Painters, Plumbers, Roofers, Sheet metal workers, welders, etc. Return

  31. WITTWomen In Trade Training

  32. Opportunities for Women The Industry Training Authority (ITA) is supporting women in B.C. to find rewarding careers in the trades through a number of different programs and initiatives that help women find their perfect fit. The ITA Women in Trades Training initiative helps unemployed or underemployed women get the support they need to become skilled, in-demand trades people. This exciting training and employment initiative offers financial support such as free tuition, tools and books, child-care subsidies and more. It can also connect you to other opportunities, such as general skills upgrading, career counselling , on-the-job training and introductions to potential employers. Information about trades training is available by contacting ITA Toll Free ! 1-866-660-6011 or e-mail info@womenintrades.ca. Return

  33. Raven Aboriginal Youth Employment Program The program is a total of 6 weeks long and gives you a very good idea of life in the Canadian Forces. You can complete the program with the option, but no commitment – to pursue a career in the Reserve Force, Regular Force, or work in a Civilian Occupation with the National Defence. Raven is Held at Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt at the Work Point Barracks, and the staff are current Military members who have years of experience. The Culture Camp phase is administered by Elders from different First Nations and Aboriginal groups. The Raven Program Consists of Two Phases: • A Culture Camp; and • A military recruit training course.

  34. Important Dates for Raven 2011 Application deadline: April 30 2011 Travel to Victoria: July 9/10 2011 Culture Camp: July 11-13 2011 Military Training July 13-August 17 2011 Graduation: August 18 2011 Travel Home: August 19-20 2011 (Please understand that these dates may change again before the end of this year) Return

  35. BOLD Eagle • Are you interested in challenging summer employment that delivers hands-on skills development, involves teamwork, and promotes physical fitness? • Bold Eagle is the program for you! It is a unique summer program that combines military training along with Aboriginal culture and customs. • Bold Eagle is a rewarding experience that fosters the development of valuable essential skills such as: self-confidence, self-discipline, teamwork, respect and fitness to name but a few.

  36. How To Apply For further Information, or to obtain the necessary application documents, please contact your nearest Canadian Forces Recruiting Centre by calling 1-800-856-8488 or visit www.forces.ca to apply on-line. The following documents are required: Pre enrolment Security Clearance Pre-Assessment Questionaire Canadian Forces Employment Application Form Birth Certificate Status Card or Drivers License or Passport or Provincial Health Card (Photo Identification) Official education transcripts (if currently enrolled in grade 10, a letter from your school indicating courses being taken, current results and potential for completion of grade 10 is required) Return

  37. Aboriginal Youth Internship What is Aboriginal Youth Internship? • A 12- month paid internship for Aboriginal youth residing in B.C. • Age 29 and under • Interns are placed in provincial government ministries for nine months and then in Aboriginal organizations for the last three months of their internship • Interns are supported by the Aboriginal youth Internship Program staff (Program lead, program coordinator, and program administrator) and supervisors and mentors in government ministries and Aboriginal organizations. • The program runs annually from September to the following August • Provides professional experience, leadership development, cultural support, and provides a professional, cultural, and social network through the intern cohort.

  38. Deadlines and important dates for next program (2011/12) DATE: • Friday, March 18, 2011 • Friday, May 13, 2011 • June 2011 • Monday, July 4, 2011 • Tuesday, September 6, 2011 • Call for intern applications for Program begins. • Deadline for intern applications for program. • Interviews for short-listed applicants begin. • Successful applicants notified; Ministry placements confirmed. • Year 5 for Aboriginal Youth internship officially launches. Orientation week in Victoria for all new interns

  39. Available ministry placements Ministry placements will vary from year to year and include a diversity of work assignments in Victoria, Vancouver, and regional locations. Placements can range from : Youth and community engagement Practical field experience Policy development Project management Program development Healthy lifestyle advocacy Adjudication Community-based research Negotiations And many other specific placements in various ministries Return

  40. RCMP Youth Academy • This work experience is offered to students who have a genuine interest in policing as a potential career. • ANY student wishing to apply may do so, but only students who meet the following basic criteria will be considered: • Has a genuine interest in policing • 16-18 years of age (in grade 11 or 12) • In good standing in all classes • Has good attendance record • Displays a willingness to work • Completed the application in FULL • Been recommended by a school staff • Be physically and medically fit • NON-SMOKER

  41. The camp will be held in Prince George BC If there are any questions regarding the application, physical testing, or any other information you may need, please contact Bruce Northrop directly at Phone: 250-564-3121 (W) Fax: 250-564-4896 E-mail: bnorthrop@sd57.bc.ca Also check it out on www.facebook.com Return

  42. Planning to Graduate? The BC Dogwood Certificate is your ticket! • The Dogwood Certificate is awarded for BC graduation • 20 Full courses from Grades 10 to 12 are required • Provincial Exams are required for some classes • Evergreen Certificate is provided for a non-traditional career path; post-secondary training options are limited • Full courses are 4 credits • To graduate with a Dogwood, a student has to pass certain courses: • 48 credits required courses • 28 credits of electives • 4 credits of Graduation Transition • Grad requirements are introduced in Planning 10

  43. Graduation (2004) Course Map Required Courses • Planning 10 • Language Arts 10, 11 & 12 • Mathematics 10 & 11 or 12 • Fine Arts or Applied Skills 10, 11 or 12 • Social Studies 10 & 11 or 12 • Science 10 & 11 or 12 • Physical Education 10 Other Requirements • Elective Courses – At least 28 credits • Graduation Transitions – 4 credits • 16 of the credits must be a the Grade 12 level (including the Grade 12 Language Arts course) • Overall Total – 80 credits Return

  44. Course Planning at NESSCLICK HERE FOR FORM Return

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