2. Everything you Need to know about the StFX Integrated Dietetic Internship Program Billie Jane Hermosura MAN, PDt – IDI Coordinator September 28, 2010 Billie Jane Hermosura MAN, PDt – IDI Coordinator September 28, 2010

3. WHY IDI at StFX To open more doors to the dietetic profession To integrate academic learning with experiential learning To add a “training” component to the strong education you get at St FX

4. WHY IDI at StFX To work with dietitians in the region to build a stronger profession To meet the service needs of our region To offer an alternative to graduate internships

5. WHO Should Apply? Intent to apply by end of second year HNU Formal Application in third year. Course sequence equivalent to the established academic requirements for the HNU Honours Program (see academic calendar for more details).

6. WHO Should Apply? Super Keen IDI Machines : - self-directed - flexible - open communicator - caring - team player

7. WHO’S WHO? IDI Coordinator – Billie Jane ( JBB-247) External Advisory Committee and Selection Committee (13 members) Preceptors – Dietetic professionals who supervise IDI Interns during a placement IDI Interns – 10 currently; 36 graduates

8. WHAT are the Admission Requirements? Admission criteria is similar as the academic requirements for HNU Honours Program. Each student must have completed the 3 rd year course sequence with an average of 65% overall (average of 70% in HNU courses) Must have Food Service, Communications, and Community Nutrition prior to beginning IDI

9. HOW many weeks? Three (3) fourteen (14) week placements including an Orientation program after the successful completion of 3 rd year of studies: Practicum I – First of May to mid August Complete 4 th year of studies – graduate Practicum II – First of Sept to mid Dec Practicum III – First of January to mid April

10. WHERE are some placements ? Placement Opportunities to date: NOVA SCOTIA: Antigonish/Guysborough, Baddeck, Truro, Sydney, Liverpool, Port Hawksbury, Tatamagouche, Inverness, Eskasoni, Halifax, New Glasgow, Amherst, Windsor, Pictou NEWFOUNDLAND: Cornerbrook, Stephenville, St. John’s PEI: O’Leary, Summerside ONTARIO: Ottawa, Guelph, Cambridge, Ottawa, Cambridge, Toronto, Oakville NEW BRUNSWICK: Perth, Fredericton, Saint John, Florenceville BRITISH COLUMBIA: Cranbrook *Some placement require a vehicle

11. It All Comes Down to… Professional Practice Competence Assessment Competence Planning Competence Implementation Competence Communication Competence Research Competence Accomplished through Performance Objectives and Enabling Activities 106 DC competencies

12. Getting started… JUST DO IT! Get started early Develop Resume Talk to possible references Work on your Portfolio, Resume and Cover Letter Speak with Interns and IDI Coordinator Scholarships available

13. Key Dates Oct 15 th and 19 th – Portfolio and Resume Mid Oct – IDI Application available December 2 nd – Composite request must be in January 7 th – Putting IDI package together January 28 th – Application package completed Early February – Informed of interview Mid February - Selection Committee screens and conducts interviews Mid March – IDI Coordinator informs ALL applicants of application status

14. Earn | Learn | Experience Discover the Difference Co-op Can Make!

15. Programs Offering Co-operative Education Bachelor of Business Administration Accounting, Enterprise Development, Finance, Information Systems, Leadership in Management, Marketing Bachelor of Information Systems Enterprise Systems, IT Management Bachelor of Arts Computer Science Bachelor of Science Biology, Computer Science, Human Nutrition

16. What is Co-operative Education? A program which alternates periods of academic study with periods of work experience in appropriate fields of business, industry, government, social services and the professions in accordance with the following criteria: (i) each work situation is developed and/or approved by the co-op department as a suitable learning situation; (ii) the co-operative student is engaged in productive work rather than merely observing; (iii) the co-operative student receives remuneration for the work performed; (iv) the co-operative student's progress on the job is monitored by the co-operative educational institution; (v) the co-operative student's performance on the job is supervised and evaluated by the student's co-operative employer; (vi) the time spent in periods of work experience must be at least thirty per cent of the time spent in academic study. As defined by the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education (CAFCE)

17. StFX Co-op Program Overview 1. Apply for the program 2. Register in Co-op sessions 3. Apply for co-op positions 4. Secure a co-op position 5. After 12 months work experience, return to classes and complete the co-op reflection process. 6. Students graduate with an enhanced degree program.

18. Earn Students in the program typically earn between 12- 24 dollars an hour on co-op. This covers the cost of the program which is $3300 for three non-credit courses and 12 months of work experience With the proper budgeting your can help offset other education expenses Because Money Matters!

19. Learn We offer you everything you need to learn in order to be successful in the job search process COOP 110, 120 and 130 can help you land your dream job. Completing COOP 405 you will obtain 3 units of credit toward your degree. Co-op is an academic program!

20. Experience Non-for-profit organizations Corporate/ Private Sector Industry Provincial or Federal Government Continuing Care Facilities or Hospitals Entrepreneurial Work Experience Avoid the no-experience-no-job cycle after graduation

21. Did you Know... Small businesses are growing fast! Able to change quicker Require multi-skilled employees Service-based industries are growing as well. “People” skills a must. Think, healthcare, hospitality, consulting, financial, etc. Globalization and computer era Aging of the work force will change the way we enter and progress in the labor market

22. The Important Thing to Remember is.. It’s a interesting and dynamic time to enter the work force so its beneficial to keep all of your options open.

23. Co-op Program Requirements Successful completion of non-credit co-op sessions and assignments, COOP 110, 120, 130. 12 or 16 months of paid professional experience in various 4-month models. Return to campus as a full time student after work term completion and complete COOP 405

24. Why do Students Join Co-op? Avoid the no-experience-no-job- cycle after graduation. To learn the skills and talents necessary to secure employment in today’s competitive environment To determine career options in field of study Earn money to offset education expenses

25. Benefits to Becoming a Co-op Student One-on-one assistance every step of the way Earning between 12-24 dollars an hour, for up to 12 or 16 months. 3 units of academic credit towards your degree. Graduating with an enhanced degree and a professional resume and portfolio geared towards making you more employable

26. Co-op Students Get Interactive in PDS Professional development sessions helps to make the transition from student to professional with ease

27. What is the Role of the Co-op Office? Coach and direct students through the co-op process. Act as a liaison between the students, the university and employers. Actively seek out co-op opportunities and to approve self directed job search plans. Implement the program’s policies, practices and procedures Always act in the best interest of the students and to assist with students long and short term goals in the program. Coordinate all appropriate documentation and facilitate assessment and evaluation.

28. What is the Role of the Student? Active participate in the program requirements. Maintain active communication with program staff. Maintain commendable grades while involved with the program. Actively seek meaningful relevant employment through the co-op job board and through self-directed searches. Apply oneself to the best of their ability to ensure progression and success in the program.

29. Thank you for your Time Jane MacDonald, Program Manager jsmacdon@stfx.ca Ashley Kowalewski, Program Advisor coop@stfx.ca Application can be found at www.mystfx.ca/academic/co-op/application