Education/Work Pathways GLC2O – Mr Nyman

Learning Goals Learning Goals Success Criteria Understand the objectives of the high school pathways available to you Understand the different post-secondary pathways (apprenticeship, college, university, workplace) Success Criteria Be able to complete My Blueprint Explorations assignment on Tuesday

Choice https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BthKrjhgtfc

High School Pathways Grade 9 and 10 Grade 11 and 12 Academic Applied Locally Developed Pre-AP Grade 11 and 12 University College Workplace Pre-AP (Grade 11) AP (Grade 12)

Grade 9 and 10 Academic Applied Locally Developed essential and related concepts theoretical, abstract, and some practical applications Applied essential concepts practical, concrete, and some theoretical applications Locally Developed flexible and supportive towards students meeting credit requirements

Grade 11 and 12 University Preparation College Preparation Workplace provide knowledge and skills needed to enter university programs College Preparation provide knowledge and skills needed to enter college programs Workplace provide knowledge and skills for direct entry into workplace, some apprenticeship programs and other community training programs

Other Grade 9 and 10 Grade 11 and 12 Open University/College everyone takes this level of course designed to prepare you for further study in certain subjects Grade 11 and 12 University/College provide knowledge and skills needed to enter certain unversity or college programs broaden your knowledge and skills in a particular subject (doesn’t have to connect to your post secondary goals

Post-Secondary (After High School) Apprenticeship College University Workplace

Apprenticeship For a career in the trades Trades well paying ($7200 more per year than no post-secondary ed) higher rate of employment more than 1 million new tradespeople needed by 2020

Apprenticeship Training involves on-the-job and in-school time standard test at the end to become certified as a journeyperson Apprentice: trainee learning from a certified journeyperson 2-5 years 80-90% on the job, rest of time in class Earn money while working, finish without school debt

Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship Is this for me? Do you like working with your hands? Can you take something apart and put it back together? Do you like to build or create? Can you follow instruction manuals? Do you want a job that allows you to work in different places and on different projects all the time? Do you want a high-paying job but don’t like sitting in a classroom?

College vs University College University What credential will I earn? Certificate, Associate’s Degree, or Diploma (depending on the length of your program and field of study) Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree, Doctorate (PhD) Length of Program Several weeks to several years. Most diploma programs are 2-3 years in length. Bachelor’s Degree: 3-4 years minimum Master’s: Usually an additional 2 years PhD: Varies depending on study Style of Learning Classroom lectures and skills-based, hands on learning with a focus on skills used in the workplace. Most programs require reading and writing tasks as well. College is often described as "where people learn how to ‘Do’" Usually lecture-style. Can include labs, field research and online courses. Focus is on theory and ideas rather than specific skills (except in some programs such as science or computers). University is often described as "Where people learn how to think and problem solve"

College vs University Cost of Tuition Depends on program – several hundred dollars for short programs, to several thousand for diploma programs. Average tuition is $3500 per year Tuition for a Bachelor’s Degree averages $8500 per year for Canadian Students. Master’s and Doctoral program tuition depend on the institution. Ontario High School Courses Required Usually 6 courses at the Grade 12 College (C) or University-College (M) level. Some programs may require University (U) level courses. 6 courses at the Grade 12 University (U) level including Grade 12 English (ENG4U). Specific courses are often required for certain programs.

College https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GpbPznjBTxE

College Why choose college? Prepare for the job you want if you study medical office administration, you are taught how to maintain patient records, complete billing forms, how to use office equipment and do scheduling. You might be asked to write an essay or report, but you won’t be required to read a novel or do a science experiment. Internships and Work Terms Partnered with employers, sometimes taught by people from the workplace Earnings Approximately the same as Apprenticeship ($32700/year)

College Administrative officers Air pilots Computer systems analysts Dental hygienists Graphic designers Real estate agents Paralegals Police officer

College Should I go to college? Do you want to continue your education? Are you passionate about a particular subject? Do you like to practice skills as you learn them? Do you want to be qualified to get a job in the field of your choice?

University https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHoPCWem11M

University Taught to evaluate, problem solve, think creative and communicate Often leads to management and other high-responsibility jobs ¼ of all new jobs require some form of university education 4% unemployment rate (lowest) Average salary $48,600

University Bachelor’s Degree Graduate Degree engineer architects, urban planners, land surveyors writers pharmacists financial and business service managers Graduate Degree auditors, accountants, investment professionals business and management consultants physicians and management consultants physicians, dentists, veterinarians psychologists

University Some programs require entrance exams SAT: American High Schools DAT: dental school GMAT: Business School GRE: Graduate School LSAT: Law School MCAT: Medical School

Workplace

Workplace Straight to Work Apprenticeship, College or University Education Work Opportunities PRO - There are many jobs available, and transferring sectors is easy because specialized skills are not required. CON - Many jobs are part-time. PRO - Someone with more education is more likely to be hired than someone with only a high school diploma. CON - Many graduates struggle to find jobs in their area of study. Earnings PRO - Some jobs pay much more than minimum wage CON - Many jobs pay only minimum wage PRO - People who have some post-secondary education make about $18,000 more per year than those who do not. Cost PRO - FREE! No student debt! CON - Average student debt is $20,000. It takes an average of 10 years to pay back student loans.

Workplace Advancement PRO - You could open your own business or be promoted CON - May be difficult to become a manager or supervisor PRO - Education is a major factor in hiring people for supervisor or management positions Future Education PRO - If you have a high school diploma, you are still eligible for many school or apprenticeship options in the future CON - Many people find it difficult to return to school after being in the workplace PRO - You can earn a Masters or Doctorate degree, become a master journeyperson or specialize in a chosen field

Workplace Business Support Machine and Equipment Sales and Services clerical, administrative, data entry, shipping jobs Machine and Equipment farming, labour, equipment operation Sales and Services cashiers/retail, child care, health care support, food and beverage preparation and service jobs Transit and Vehicle Operation TTC workers, truck drivers, tour bus operators, delivery persons

How do I choose? http://www.ted.com/talks/sheena_iyengar_on_the_art_of_choosing#t-373664