Researching:Start to look at available postsecondary optionsFactors to consider: Academic Strengths/Weaknesses Interest

Planning: Check graduation requirements Additional requirements

IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO START…

30 CREDITS (18 compulsory+12 optionals)

Successful completion of Literacy Test

40 HOURS of Community Service

Review OSSD Requirements

French Immersion Requirements10 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

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

Pathways After High school

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)

College Requirements

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

Destination: 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

What is an Apprentice?

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 can earn while you learn

Why would I want to choose an Apprenticeship Program?

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

Examples:

3 Paths to Apprenticeship1: 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 trainingCOMPLETE AN APPLICATION FORMUses Secondary School Co-op as the pathway

to apprenticeships Requirements: 16 years old, 16 credits, aptitude & desire

3: CollegeCo-op Diploma Apprenticeship program offered in college can help you train as an apprentice while completing a related college course.

3 Paths to Apprenticeship – cont…

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)

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University Requirements

Getting a job after graduation

Can be permanent or temporary depending on education and career goals

Destination: Workplace

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

Direct Entry into Work/Finding a Job

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

www.studentwards.comwww.scholarshipscanada.comhttp://osap.gov.on.ca When all else fails rely on The Loyal Bank

of Mom and Dad!!

Financing your Education – cont...

In whatever destination you choose, good luck in the journey!

Life After DSSS