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Life Beyond DSSS. Options. University ?. College?. Apprenticeship?. Full-time Job?. IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO START…. Researching: Start to look at available postsecondary options Factors to consider: Academic Strengths/Weaknesses Interest Planning: Check graduation requirements
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Options University? College? Apprenticeship? Full-timeJob?
IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO START… Researching: Start to look at available postsecondary options Factors to consider: • Academic Strengths/Weaknesses • Interest Planning: • Check graduation requirements • Additional requirements
Review OSSD Requirements • 30CREDITS(18 compulsory+12 optionals) • Successful completion of Literacy Test • 40 HOURS of Community Service
French Immersion Requirements • 10 Credits to earn French Immersion Certificate: • Grade 9 – FIF 1D0, CGC 1D*, GLS 1O* • Grade 10 – FIF 2D0, CHV 2O*, GLC 2O*, CHC 2D* • Grade 11 – FIF 3U0, BDI 3C*, CGG 3O* • Grade 12 – FIF 4U0
Pathways After High school 1. College • Certificate (specialized area/skills) • Diploma (specialized + broader range of knoweldge) • Applied degree (theoretical, advanced, application of skills in the workplace) 2. Apprenticeship • Earn while you learn 3. University • Degree (Bachelor - 3 yrs; Honours bachelors - 4 yrs) 4. Workplace
College Requirements • OSSD • Students need a majority of grade 11/12 courses offered at the college (C), University/College (M), and University (U) type • Math and English marks of 65% or higher are preferred by the colleges • Check program requirements for mandatory high school courses • Start research early (www.ontariocolleges.ca)
Destination: Apprentice • Entry into an apprenticeship requires the completion of Grade 8, Grade 10, or Grade 12, depending on the trade • Most employers in any trade require individuals be secondary school graduates as a condition of employment
What is an Apprentice? • someone who learns a skilled trade on the job, under the direction of experienced workers • are employees who earn a wage while learning a skilled trade • someone who completes classroom instruction as a part of their training
Why would I want to choose an Apprenticeship Program? • Skilled workers are in high demand in many industries • learning new skills and building a rewarding career • Jobs in the skilled trades pay well, and are interesting and challenging • You canearnwhile youlearn
Examples: • Electrician • Heat and Frost Insulator • Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning • Welder Fitter • Automotive Service Technician • Auto Body Repairer & Collision Damage Repairer • Baker • Hairstylist • www.careersintrades.com • www.aprrenticesearch.com
1: Through and employer • Find an employer who is willing to • hire and train you • Apply directly to an employer, union or local • committee • 2: OYAP • As a high school student, OYAP can help you • start training • complete an application form • Uses Secondary School Co-op as the pathway to • apprenticeships • Requirements: 16 years old, 16 credits, • aptitude &desire 3 Paths to Apprenticeship
3 Paths to Apprenticeship – cont… • 3: College • Co-op Diploma Apprenticeship program • offered in college can help you train as • an apprentice while completing a related • college course.
University Requirements • OSSD • 6 grade 12 U/M courses • ENG 4U is mandatory • Students must complete 5 additional Grade 12 (4U) university preparation or (4M) university/college courses (program specific) • www.electronicinfo.ca
Destination: Workplace • Getting a job after graduation • Can be permanent or temporary depending on education and career goals
Direct Entry into Work/Finding a Job • Application letters • Cold calling/visits • Networking • Employment agencies (AppleOne Employment Agency) • Classifieds/online • Resume writing and cover letters(Job Connect, Job Skills Canada) • Interview skills • Follow-up
Financing your Education • Start saving!! • Yearly Tuition: Bachelor Degree Programs- $6,000 College Diploma Programs - $2,500, Certificate Programs - $1,250, Applied Bachelor Degrees - $6,500 • Apply for various scholarship • Post secondary entrance scholarships • Tuition grants • Check out the DSSS + College and University web-sites for a list of scholarships offered • Your parents workplace may offer scholarships
Financing your Education – cont... • www.studentwards.com • www.scholarshipscanada.com • http://osap.gov.on.ca • When all else fails rely on The Loyal Bank of Mom and Dad!!
Life After DSSS • In whatever destination you choose, good luck in the journey!