Post Secondary Options

1. Post Secondary Options Cedarbrae Collegiate Institute Guidance Department

2. Your Guidance Counsellors are: Ms. Beck (A-GRA) Ms. Minter (GRE-MOR) Ms. Dodham (MOS-SAN) Ms. Konnaris (SAR-Z)

3. What Are My Options? Apprenticeship Program College University Workplace 5th Year of High School Study Abroad Travel Volunteer

4. How to choose a Pathway Identify which courses you have enjoyed the most Identify which courses have given you the most difficulty Think about your strengths and weaknesses

5. How to choose a Pathway Think about how you learn best – hands on vs. textbook Find out as much information about the university, apprenticeship or college program as possible (what courses will you be required to take in 2-4 years?)

6. How to choose a Pathway Visit our school’s Guidance page and make use of some of the following excellent and interactive resources! (http://schoolweb.tdsb.on.ca/cedarbrae/Home.aspx) Career Cruising MyBlueprint.ca Mazemaster Job Futures

7. Apprenticeship Training Apprenticeship Timeline |---- 2 to 5 years | In school In school In school Apprenticeship is a form of post-secondary education in which: you earn while you learn 90% of the learning takes place on the job 10 % of the learning will take place in school

8. Interesting Facts • Over 100 skill trades are available • Jobs in the skill trades are in demand • In 2010, there were 50,000 unfilled jobs in the trades

9. START YOUR CAREER! FIND AN EMPLOYER TO HIRE YOU REGISTER FIND A TRADE THAT SUITS YOU STEP 5 FINISH HIGH SCHOOL STEP 4 STEP 3 STEP 2 STEP 1 Apprenticeship Training Steps to become an apprentice:

10. Apprenticeship Links on the Student Services Post Secondary Information Webpage

11. Ministry of Training, Colleges & Universities http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/employmentontario/training/

12. Apprenticeship Searchwww.apprenticesearch.com

13. The University Pathway University programs provide theoretical academic training. In general, there are 4 main types of programs at most universities: • Arts/Humanities/Social Sciences • Life/Health Sciences • Physical/Engineering Sciences • Business/Commerce

14. University Links eINFOSearch Programs How to use eINFO (tutorial)

15. Tutorial - How to Use eINFO

16. How to choose a university programUse eINFO to browse university and program optionshttp://www.electronicinfo.ca/en/ Find A Program

17. Areas of Studies Chart Alphabetical by Program/University Choose Program of Interest

18. 1. Find out more detail about a specific school and program 2. Continue to find out more information about a specific program

19. Click on the schools icon or title of program to go to the university’s website Check Grade Range and Program Prerequisites

20. Averages for University Based on 6 grade 12 “U” or “M” level courses Prerequisite courses are included Some programs have minimum marks for certain subjects i.e. 70%-75% in ENG4U or MHF4U Every university calculates averages differently Repeated courses may be treated differently Conditional offers will state averages that you must maintain

21. University Links Collaborative University & College Programs

22. Collaborative (Joint) University - College Programs Collaborative programs offer the combination of hands-on learning and theoretical approach. Students may earn either one or two credentials— one from the college and/or one from the university.

23. Collaborative (Joint) University - College Programs Admission requirements are the same as universities (Based on 6 grade 12 “U” or “M” level courses) Check to see which application centre to apply to for these programs (OUAC, OCAS or both)

24. University Links University Application Application Tutorials

25. University Application Tutorials Application Tutorial – OUAC 101 Online Application Tutorial for Reviewing and Changing a submitted application

26. University Application for Current High School Students

27. 101 Online Application – Main Page The first page of the OUAC application can be used to browse programs without logging in.

28. Online Application - Logging In After clicking on the login button on page 1 then you must enter 3 pieces of information: School Number Student Number PIN You will receive this information at the end of November or beginning of December.

29. Online Application – Next Steps Prepare your application working from left to right

30. Online Application – Program Choices Click to add programs to your application

31. Selecting Your Programs Browse programs using these search options

32. Selecting Your Programs Choose one of the universities to view the programs that are available.

33. Selecting Your Programs • Each program has a code. • Write down the code of the programs you are interested in. • Click on the program you want to add to your application.

34. Check Program Information • Check program admission requirement • Fill in required information • Click on “Add • Program”

35. Online Application – Next Steps Step 3 – Fill in Personal Information Step 2 – Order Program Choices

36. Online Application – Next Steps • Final Step – Press Submit • Review and print the application information • Pay application fee • An OUAC reference number is assigned immediately – record this number • Check email for confirmation message

37. University Application Fees • $130 for 3 program choices (All fees are non-refundable) • For each university/program choice in addition to your initial three, it will cost $44 per choice (All payments must be in Canadian Funds) • Maximum of three program choices at any one university • Payment methods include credit card and online banking. • Check your OUAC account and email regularly; this is how the universities will communicate with you.

38. The College Pathway College programs provide a valuable combination of academic and practical/technical skills training for a specific career Colleges offer a wide range of programs: • Certificate (1year / 2 semesters) • Diploma (2 year / 4 semesters) • Advanced Diploma (3 year / 6 semesters) • Bachelor’s Degrees in applied areas of study (4 years / 8 semesters) • Apprenticeship Training Programs (duration varies) • Joint College & University Collaborative Programs (duration varies)

39. College Admission Guidelines High School diploma Possible additional requirements may include an interview, portfolio, tests Specific prerequisite courses (e.g. ENG4C/U) at specific levels May also consider some Grade 11 courses Check college application information brochures and websites to find out more

40. Benefits of a College Bachelor Degree a blend of theory and practical small classes mean comfortable learning environment career focused, developed in consultation with employers co-op experience provides real-life opportunities You need to have 6 grade 12 U and M courses to apply but cut off marks may not be as high as University (e.g. 65% average)

41. College Links Find a College and Online Application Application Tutorials Highly Competitive Programs

42. College Application Tutorial Tutorial to help Find Programs and College Application Procedure

43. Selecting and Finding Programs

44. There are several ways to search for a program Keyword Search Search by College Other Options

45. Key Word Search Enter a keyword and click “Search”

46. Search results are displayed in alpha order by program title and then by college

47. Other helpful information Campus where the program is offered Program status: OPEN programs are still accepting applications When the program starts How long is the program

48. Click “Visit” to link to specific program information on the college website

49. Creating Your OCAS Account

50. Creating Your OCAS Account • Create an account by selecting a username and password. • Write down your username and password.(Keep your password in a safe place.) Password ‘rules’ Create Challenge questions: select from the pull-down list, or create your own.