Welcome Central Peel Guidance and Career Education

The Guidance Team Ms. Thomson (A-C, Mc-Mz) Ms. Parker (D-Ma) Mrs. Allworth (N-Z) Mrs. McGee

Planning Questions NEW: 34 Credit Threshold Where do I want to go? What do I want to take? What are the requirements? When and how do I apply? What are the procedures? What are the deadlines? How am I going to pay?

Education & Training Choices Work On-the-job training Apprenticeship Paid, hands-on, short in-school sessions College Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Career Colleges (private) Emphasize practical, occupation-driven University Emphasize theoretical, general education Bachelor degree (types) – Masters – PhD Professional programs – law, medicine, teaching

How Can We Help? Session today University and College Visits –Only chance to talk to representatives at CPSS Applying to Post-Secondary Assemblies – College and University - separate sessions – Nov. 25 – period 1

Apprenticeship Training Four Sectors Auto Service »Mechanic, Painter, Small engine technician, etc. Construction »Carpenter, Electrician, RAC mechanic, etc. Manufacturing »Machinist, Millwright, Tool and die maker, etc. Service »Chef, Hairstylist, Horticulturalist, ECE, etc. Canadian Armed Forces »Avionic systems technician, Naval electronics technician, etc. Rewards »Good wages ($18-25/hour) »Career path – supervisory, training, entrepreneur

Apprenticeship Training What is it? Paid, on-the-job training (90%) Short in-school sessions (e.g. 8 weeks x 2) Registration with Apprenticeship Office Provincial examination 2-5 years (total) – until fully certified How do I start? Work: find employer sponsor, register College: diploma, Modified App. Program (MAP) Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP) »High school credits (co-op) + apprenticeship hours Minimum requirements Most require grade 12 diploma

Apprenticeship Information Job Connect (Downtown Brampton) (“training”)

University: Choosing a Program Types of degrees Which program will I apply for? Which university do I want to go to?

Researching Information Ontario Universities Fair Sept ***last weekend!!! Student Life Expo (outside On.) Sept ***this weekend at Toronto Convention Centre!!!

Researching Information Continued SchoolDateTime RyersonWed. Oct 1st11 – 12 University Visits 2015 *University Information Seminar will take place in the Auditorium You may attend the session with your Lunch. IN ADDITION, THE FOLLOWING UNIVERSITIES WILL HAVE A BOOTH DURING OUR COLLEGE/POST-SECONDARY FAIR ON THURS. NOVEMBER 6 – 8:30-10:30 AM AlgomaBrock CarletonGuelph Guelph-HumberLakehead LaurentianLaurier McMasterMemorial (NFLD) NippissingOttawa OUITQueen’s RedeemerSchulich St. Mary’s (Nova Scotia)Toronto TrentWaterloo Western/Brescia/Huron/KingsWindsor York

University Timelines -Ontario Nov. 25, 2014 'How to apply online' sessions December 2014 PIN numbers distributed Complete application December 2014 – January 14, 2015

University Timelines Feb. – April 2015 Some offers; Most in May. Check out eInfo program locator for the policy at each individual institution May 28, 2015Latest response from U’s June 1, 2015Earliest date the University can require a response

Admission Requirements Specific courses and grades (e.g. all Ontario Universities require six 4U/M courses) Ranges – not “cutoffs,” guidelines Additional admission requirements Personal Experience forms Upgrading/Full disclosure Alternate offers of admission

Cost of University (approx.) First Year Expenses  At Home (Local) $10,  At Home (Commuter) $12,  On-Campus $18,  Off-Campus $17, (McMaster 2014 Handbook, p. 15)

Ontario Colleges Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Agricultural Colleges Apply online ontariocolleges.ca (post-secondary, privately funded career colleges)  Career Colleges Private Accelerated programs (often done in less than one year) Apply individually RESEARCH THE COLLEGE’S CREDENTIALS

Why Choose College? Offers the program you want Prefer practical, focused, more hands-on learning – matches your learning style Tuition less expensive Smaller Applied degrees offered*** A step towards university

Which College? Choose a program (career planning) Choose a college Where is your program offered? Research your needs *** ontariocolleges.ca *** Post-Secondary Fair at CPSS Nov. 6th Visit (open houses, tours) ONTARIO COLLEGE INFORMATION FAIR 2014 Monday, October (5pm to 9pm) & Tuesday October (10am to 3pm) Direct Energy Centre Exhibition Place Toronto

Post Secondary Fair - Colleges 19 College Visits 2014 Thursday, November 6 8:30- 10:30 am CPSS Cafeteria CentennialConestoga George Brown Seneca Georgian St. Clair Humber College Sheridan Lambton *Trios Mohawk *Metalworks *Armed Forces

Admission Requirements Know admission requirements Ontario Secondary School Diploma (NOT “U” courses) OR Mature Student Status (19 before start) Other specific courses (calendar, website) “Highly Competitive” programs Additional requirements (portfolio, audition, interview) Apply online (OCAS) $95.00 (up to 5 programs) *** ontariocolleges.ca ***

College Timelines November 2014 Apply online 25 TH – How to apply assembly February 1st 2015 Deadline “equal consideration” Earliest offers May 2015 Confirm acceptance June 2015 Earliest tuition Feb. – March 2015

Cost of College » Potential Expenses/Year (approximate)  Tuition……………………… $2,400- $5000  Books/Supplies………….… $1300  Misc. College Fees………… $ 800  TOTAL……………………… $ $7100  **not including living/travel costs (based on ontariocolleges.ca information)

Blurred Lines College Certificates Diplomas Some degrees (applied) University Degrees Certificates Joint programs Degree + Diploma Concurrently Transfer agreements College to University

Transmissions to App. Centres: College AND University November 2014Current courses/history Late February 2015 Semester 1 Marks Late April 2015 Semester 2 - Midterm Marks Mid-July 2015 Final marks

Scholarship Information for both College and University CPSS Awards and Scholarship form – makes you a candidate for Nominated Scholarships and Awards – take one with you today!! Visit studentawards.com for other scholarships for which you can apply Scholarship Deadlines run throughout the year! electronicinfo.ca and Ontario Colleges websites - Scholarships/Bursaries by College/University Parents - Workplace Scholarships?

Scholarship Information for both College and University Attend the OSAP presentation in the Spring Apply for OSAP in May Never leave a scholarship until the deadline!! Being late for a deadline takes you out of the running for a scholarship. Teachers need at least a week to write letters of recommendation – approach them early. Questions? See the WALK-IN Counsellor on your lunch Leadership opportunities, volunteer experiences, and excellent grades are common requirements for Scholarships

Remember to: Focus on what is important to you Balance dreams with reality Start your search NOW Detective work–use all research tools available to gather all of the information you need to make informed decisions Stay positive –invest time & energy! Take the time to VISIT all of the schools

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY FOR BOTH COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY NO PROFICIENCY TEST IF… A minimum of 3 – 4 years of full-time study in an English language school system in a country where English is considered the primary language. MUST PROVE ENGLISH MEDIUM EDUCATION IF CAME TO CANADA IN LAST COUPLE YEARS. If less than 3-4 years in English School, complete English Proficiency Test See Post-Secondary Institution website for details, and if unsure, see your counsellor 28

40 HOURS & GRAD BREAKFAST NO ENTRY TO GRAD BREAKFAST IN JUNE WITHOUT COMPLETED, HANDED IN AND APPROVED 40 HOUR FORMS. DON’T MISS OUT ON ONE OF THE BEST EVENTS OF THE YEAR!! GET YOUR 40 HOURS DONE AND HAND THEM IN!! Visit volunteermbc.org

Questions? Talk to the Walk-In counsellor