8/25/ Seneca Goals For Today  What College is all about  What Seneca has to offer -Program areas -disability, transitional, financial aid, and additional services  Getting ready for success at Seneca

8/25/ Seneca Differences Between College and University: What’s the Real Story? CollegeUniversity PURPOSEMost programs are applied; purpose is to prepare for specific career Most programs are not applied; purpose is to gain knowledge and expertise in certain area LENGTH OF STUDYMost programs are 2-3 years in length Most programs are 3-4 years TEACHING/LEARNINGFocus is hands on and applied; often involve field placement Focus is on lecture style and text book learning WHERE YOU END UPMay need to pursue further education to move up or qualify for certain jobs May need to additional job related training or to pursue further education

8/25/ Seneca What Seneca has to offer…  Location (2 campuses in York Region, 2 campuses in North York)  Broad Range of Programs that cover all areas of college education and…  …unique programs not found at all other colleges (ex: BCD, BTR, Aviation, Underwater Skills)

8/25/ Seneca Seneca Disability Services  Counsellors -accommodations, advocacy, support, bursary funding  Learning Strategist/Assistive Technologist -study skills, time management, organization, assistive technology training  Psycho-educational Clinic -updated psycho-educational reports

8/25/ Seneca Typical Accommodations for Students with LD  Test accommodations: -quiet room, extra time, use of computer, specialized software, scribes, readers  Additional time for assignments/projects  Access to assistive technology for use in classroom or at home (Dragon, Kurzweil, Inspiration etc.)  Access to e-books  Tutoring and note taking  Reduced Course Load

8/25/ Seneca Differences Between High School and College Disability Services  You are responsible for seeking out services you require (see handout)  No modification of program

8/25/ Seneca Transitional Services  Summer Transition Program for Students with Disabilities  One on one appointment(s) with Disability Counsellors available over the summer  Campus/Program Orientation  SMILE Mentoring Program  Success at Seneca (Faculty/staff coaches)  First Year Experience Guide

8/25/ Seneca Financial Aid  Entrance Scholarships (automatically considered)  OSAP (government loan program) -Self identify as having a disability to receive: automatic $2000 grant/year access to Bursary for Students with Disabilities (up to $10,000 for specific needs ex: AT)  Tuition Bursary (apply through SIRIS after accepted) For more info: Financial Aid/OSAP websites listed in handout

8/25/ Seneca Additional Services  General Counselling (personal, academic, career)  Tutoring  Student Services (Employment Counselling, Clubs, Student federation, Housing…etc)  Seneca Health Centre (GPs, Psychiatrist, Nurses)  Athletics and Recreation

8/25/ /25/ Seneca Get Ready for Success at Seneca Students:  Start preparing early (see checklist)  Be self aware (skills, strengths, interests…) and make informed choice for school and program  Be ready to take on more responsibility for managing your education and disability  Get connected…make regular apts. with your Disability Counsellor

8/25/ /25/ Seneca Get Ready for Success at Seneca Parents:  Help with self assessment/research/application process  Keep an open mind; many options available  Become aware of differences between high school and post secondary systems  Stay interested and connected but help son/daughter take ownership for managing disability and academics

8/25/ /25/ Seneca What if I don’t get in/feel ready yet? Upgrading:  Upgrade marks in high school  Academic upgrading courses/certificate  Pre-Health (for BScN and PN requirements) Not sure about next step:  Continuing Education  General Arts Program/Pre-Media Studies