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COOPERATIVE EDUCATION �at� SACRED HEART CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL�

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WHAT IS CO-OP?

  • A unique learning experience
  • Extends classroom learning into business, industry, and the community
  • Opportunity to experience the workplace
  • Helps you to make informed decisions about post-secondary futures and beyond
  • Increases self-knowledge while developing valuable transferable skills

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HOW CO-OP IS SCHEDULED

2 cr/am 2 cr/pm 3 cr/pm 4 credit

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P1 Co-op English English Co-op

P2 Co-op Art Co-op Co-op

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P3 English Co-op Co-op Co-op

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P4 Art Co-op Co-op Co-op

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A SEMESTER OF CO-OP INCLUDES:

  • Pre-Placement (first two weeks)
  • Experiential Learning (16 weeks)
  • Integration (1 class/month)

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Pre-placement

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EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING�(Working at your placement)

  • Students must complete 110 hours for each cooperative education credit earned
  • 2 credit students must earn a minimum of 192 hours at placement
  • 3 credit students – 288 hours
  • 4 credit students – 400 hours

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COMMON PLACEMENTS

  • Elementary School
  • Culinary (cooking/chef)
  • Day Care
  • HVAC
  • Physiotherapy
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacy
  • Vet Clinic
  • Automotive
  • Graphic Design
  • Retirement Home
  • Retail
  • Remote/Virtual Co-op Placements
  • Competitive Athletic Co-op (Provincial or National Level)

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Medical

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ARTS

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Aimie completed a wall mural that she designed at NewMakeIt!

GRAPHIC DESIGN

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EDUCATION

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Placements in the Trades

  • Welding
  • Auto Service
  • Plumbing
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Drywall and Finishing
  • Hair Dressing
  • Culinary/Baking
  • HVAC
  • Electrical

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What is Apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship is a form of post-secondary education like university or college but there’s a big difference. An apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training and classroom learning that leads to a trade credential. Apprentices not only learn skills in a classroom but also receive paid on-the-job training with an employer.

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Pathways to Apprenticeship

Grade 11/12

OYAP-Participants

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  • Be at least 16 years
  • Be enrolled full time in a secondary school
  • Have at least 16 credits
  • Be enrolled in 2, 3, or 4 credit Co-op Education

Grade 12

  • In their graduating year
  • Completed 26 credits by �the start of the second semester
  • Enrolled in a 4 credit Co-op program for semester 2 of Gr.12 year

Accelerated OYAP

  • Same as Participant but
  • Sign an RTA
  • Start earning hours

OYAP-Registrant

Post-Secondary:

2 Options

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Pre-Apprentice

  • Apply to College Pre-apprenticeship program*
  • Goes into Apprenticeship program

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Apprenticeship

  • May enter directly after Gr.12
  • Need an Employer/Sponsor

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Hard work pays off when your co-op placement wants to sign you on as an APPRENTICE!

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ACCELERATED PROGRAMS

Earn hours of work related experience and start your Level 1 schooling!

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  • Automotive Service/Truck and Coach Technician
  • Culinary/Baking
  • Drywall Finishers and Applicator
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Electrician
  • General Carpenter
  • Horticulture Technician/Landscaper
  • Plumber
  • Residential Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic

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COMPETITIVE PLACEMENTS

  • York Regional Police
  • Military
  • Rogers Television
  • Hospitals
  • Major Hotels
  • King City Fire

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Are you a good candidate for Co-op?

  • Motivated
  • Hard Worker
  • Good attendance
  • Good Communication Skills (with adults)
  • Looking for a different learning environment
  • Organizational Skills
  • Work in a team setting

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Comments from Past Co-op Students

“I’ve only been at my placement for a week now but I already feel like I've learned a lot more than I would have if I was in school”

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“I was very nervous to start co-op, but everyone here is so friendly and I love what I am doing”

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“Co-op allows me to get an idea of what my potential, future career is all about which is a great advantage for me”

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“I always thought that I wanted to be a nurse that worked with babies but I now realize my passion is to work with senior citizens.

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AGAIN...WHY TAKE CO-OP ???

  • Earn credits while working in a placement
  • Gain valuable job experience to put on your resume
  • Network for part-time or summer job opportunities
  • Obtain a letter of recommendation or reference for future jobs
  • Confirm post-secondary direction
  • “Test drive” a career you might want to pursue in the future

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AGAIN...WHY TAKE CO-OP ???

  • Many colleges and universities are looking for students with experience in the field of study vs. marks only

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  • Many companies are looking for people with past experience

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  • An apprenticeship in the trades gives you a job right out of college/apprenticeship

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  • An apprenticeship leaves you with no school debt

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  • An accelerated OYAP student will be able to complete their Level 1 certification FREE of charge

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How can I apply for the co-op program??

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The school website

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Myblueprint

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Why not follow us?

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Check us out!

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Instagram: cru_co_op

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or

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Twitter: @CRU_op

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Have More Questions????

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Co-op Office: Room 131 (near the main gym/phys ed

office)

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Feel free to email either of the Cooperative Education Teachers

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Mr. Tassone: bruno.tassone@ycdsbk12.ca

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Ms. Laliberte: tracey.laliberte@ycdsbk12.ca

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