Planning for Post-Secondary

Today’s Plan Discuss the very basics of post-secondary Activity where you learn about the different options in each pathway Explore online resources More course planning sessions later in the month.

Who is responsible for finding out about my post-secondary education?

People who can assist you Your family supports Advisors and counsellors from school’s you want to apply at---they love to hear from High School students Websites and Facebook pages of school’s you want to apply at Your grade counsellor

WORK $$$ TRADES/ APPRENTICESHIP POST-SECONDARY TUPPER

Trades/ Apprenticeship College Work Trades/ Apprenticeship College Tupper University Technical Institute

Different Types of Post-Secondary Routes: Training Institutes Certificate or Diploma in a professional area Over 200 technical and training institutes in BC Visit their websites Make sure they are accredited Variety of employment options (see handout)

Trades/ Apprenticeship Apprenticeship is a form of post-secondary education that combines paid, work-based training (about 85% of training), with technical training in a classroom or shop setting (about 15% of training). Successful completion of both components, along with examinations, is required to earn a certificate or ticket, and become a certified tradesperson. The length of an apprenticeship can range from one to five years, but most require four years to complete.

Different trades Earn your certification or ‘ticket’ or a Red Seal. Hair Stylist, Automotive Technician, Carpenter, machinist, Plumber, Welder, Baker, Cook, Movie Production, Electrician, Construction, Metal Fabrication, chef Apprentice = student/ Journeyman= teacher

Many routes to trades/ apprenticeship 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 (Youth Training in Trades - YTT) Tupper Tech

Types of Diplomas & Certificates High School Diploma Certificate (acknowledges the completion of a course of study) Diploma (acknowledges the completion of advanced studies in a particular area) Associate Degree (like a diploma, usually 2 years of University transferable courses)

Types of Diplomas & Awards Bachelor’s or Baccalaureate Degree (usually takes 4 years of University-level studies). B.A., B.Sc, BFA, B.Ed, BBA, Btech, B. Eng, BSW Master’s Degree (up to 4 years after a Bachelor’s Degree) (counsellors, therapists, college instructors, Principals) Doctoral Degree (up to 6 years) Ph.D, Ed.D (professors, researchers, psychologists, experts) Medical Type Doctoral (physicians, dentists, psychiatrists, veterinarians---specialized training)

College/University Lingo Faculty: a school specializing in a specific area, and a professor. I.e. The Faculty of Arts at Douglas College has many faculty-members with diverse research interests. In college and university subjects are divided by faculty: arts & humanities (English, psychology, communication, anthropology, history, math), sciences (kinesiology, biology, chemistry, physics, math), fine arts (film, dance, visual art, music, theatre)

Admission Requirements Typically, each school has their basic admission requirements (I.e. High school graduation, certain grades in certain courses, etc.) Then, each faculty, depending on where you might apply may have specific requirements. I.e. fine arts/visual art you would have to have a portfolio, etc.

Community College Certificate, Diploma, an Associate or Bachelors Degree, transfer to university Many community colleges are now actually universities, like Capilano and Kwantlen All have counsellors you can talk to about the various programs

University Earn a Bachelor’s degree Competitive admission/ specific courses needed depending on the program of interest

Paying for Post-Secondary $$ Some lucky people have family financial support, if this is you…. be grateful you are very lucky If you don’t have the money, there are ways to go anyways, if you work hard… Scholarship: you are awarded $ based on your outstanding academic achievements Bursary/ Grant: you are awarded $ because you have demonstrated financial need and good academics Student Loans: Full-time students in need eligible for interest-free loan……only if you have no other option

The best way to pay for school Get a part time job! Even if you start at the bottom you can always work your way up to better money……

OK, so I decided I want to do post-secondary schooling of some kind, what now? APPLY!!! Make sure you’re getting updates and info from Mr. Lee or the Facebook Tupper Grad 2019 Make sure you’ve subscribed to your prospective school’s websites/facebook pages Pay attention to timelines Look at scholarship and bursary applications

Reference Letters for Employment or Schools I want you to be successful and will happily write glowing letters for most students I will not lie, so good or recently improved attendance--or no reference from me I need 2 weeks notice minimum References for scholarships and bursaries take extra time. I need to know about your accomplishments so I can write an awesome letter Genuine gratitude goes a long way

Transcripts As part of your homework, please see the attached sheet with instructions on getting your student transcripts: www.studenttranscripts.gov.bc.ca You will have to register for a BCeID account

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Handouts page Sct-handout.wikispaces.com Go to Counselling Section  Mr. Lee’s Handouts Here you will find all course selection documents, post-secondary planning guide, and REFERENCE LETTER REQUEST Form