Colleges and Apprenticeships …

Reaching higher than you could imagine

College & Apprenticeships

Real Education for the

Real World

Why College?

Earn Qualifications prepare students for future success designed to get graduates into the workforce

quickly Industry Links

faculty members have worked within industry academic advisory committees co-op placements

Why College?

Stepping-stone to university

G.A.S. articulation

agreements Costs Social Aspects Environment Learning style

Advantages to an Ontario College Education

combines academic and applied learning graduates enter the workforce with the

theoretical and technical knowledge they need to succeed

many Ontario colleges are affiliated with universities provides a vast array of continuing education

options including joint degree programs

great variety of opportunities over 3,000 program choices

College is worth it …… the Numbers prove it

90% of graduates who enter the labour force are employed within six months, and 93% within two years

The average tuition of a diploma program is $3500 per year, compared to $6000 - $8000 per year for a bachelor's degree

Unemployment Rates in Ontario: 5% of college graduates 25-29 years of age 6% of university graduates 15% of those without a high school diploma

85% of graduates are satisfied with the preparation college gave them for the type of work they are doing

96% of graduates would recommend their college to someone else

Colleges in Ontario …

Since 1967, more than one million people have graduated from Ontario’s

24 Colleges of Applied Arts & Technology

3 agricultural colleges Michener Institute for Applied

Health Sciences

Map of Ontario’s Colleges

Variety of Programs1. Apprenticeship

PRE- Apprenticeship programs to help get into trade Apprenticeship programs paid by the Ministry of

Colleges, University and Training

2. Certificates 1 – years in length

3. Diplomas 2 – 3 years in length

4. Bachelor Degrees 4 years in length with co-op Unique & distinct programs Combines practical, technical strengths of a college

education with the theoretical foundation of a bachelor’s degree

Over 60 bachelor degrees offered at 18 Ontario colleges

5. Joint Programs & Collaborative Degrees6. Articulation Agreements

Start in college and “transfer” to university with credits

7. Graduate Certificate Programs

Admission Requirements

OSSD (Ontario Secondary School Diploma)

diplomas and certificates – program specific prerequisites

degrees – 6 grade 12 U / M courses including prerequisites

Not just based on high school marks portfolios and auditions interviews experience assessment tests

Fees & Costs

Tuition and mandatory fees

$3,000 - $3,500 for certificate / diploma programs

$6,000 to $7,500 for degree programs

Additional Fees & Costs

Books $500 – $900+ per semester

Equipment $200 – $600+ per semester

Residence $600+ per month

Meal Plan $700 per semester

Travel $100 per month Transit $300 parking per semester

Other $500 – $800 per semester

How to Pay for College

Bank of Mom & Dad RESP’s Employers’ Scholarships

Part-time Employment Summer Employment (4 Months

annually)

Government Assistance OSAP, student access window work study

Bursaries, Scholarships, Awards

www.studentawards.com www.scholarshipscanada.com

Getting Paid to Learn… Apprenticeship Information

Topics

A Career in the Trades

OYAP

(Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program)

What is an Apprentice?

Hands-on training program for people who want to work in a skilled trade

80% of apprenticeship training is provided in the workplace by employers apprentices are paid while learning

20% involves “free” classroom instruction on theory and practice 8-12 week sessions at a local community

college or provided through another approved training center (i.e. Carpenter Local 27, LIUNA 183, etc)

Labour Market Information for the Skilled Trades

skilled trades became the fifth largest job listings category on workopolis.com (after healthcare, administration, sales, & finance)

A recent Ernst & Young survey of Canadian CEO’s found that 35% believe that “ a technical education will be more valuable in the workplace than a university degree in the next decade”

Four Trades Sectors

1. Construction Trade

2. Motive Power Trade

3. Industrial Trade

4. Service Sector Trade

Brick/Cement/Stone MasonCarpenter ElectricianCrane Operator GlazierConstruction Craft WorkerDrywall Finisher/Plasterer Painter/Decorator Plumber Power Line WorkerSheet Metal WorkerRefrigeration/AC MechanicRoofer

The 33 Construction trades include:

Auto Body Tech. Automotive Painter Auto Service Technician Farm Equipment Tech. Heavy Duty Technician Marine Engine Repairer Motorcycle Technician Partsperson Small Engine Mechanic Transmission Technician Truck/Coach Technician

The 20 Motive Power trades include:

The 48 Industrial trades include: Aircraft Mtce. Engineer Blacksmith Cabinetmaker Draftsperson CNC Programming Facilities Mtce. Mechanic Fitter General Machinist Hydraulic Mechanic Industrial Electrician Locksmith Mould Maker Ski lift Mechanic Tool & Die Maker Welder

The 25 Service Sector trades include:

Early Childhood Educator Aborist Baker / Cook Education Assistant Goldsmith / Gem Setter Hair Stylist Information Support

Technologist Network Cabling Specialist Pool, Hot Tub and Spa Service

Technician Special Events Coordinator

Wage Information

$60,000$14-17/hrRefrig/AC Tech.

$22,000$9-10/hrECE$35,000$10-14/hrHorticulture Tech.

$60-100,000$14-17/hrTool & Die Maker$45-50,000$11-13/hrGeneral Machinist$40-50,000$10-14/hrAuto Service Tech

$60,000$14-16/hrSheet Metal

$45-55,000$14-16/hrBrick Mason$45-55,000$14.08/hr (union)Carpenter

Journeyperson1st Yr. Appr.Trade

Getting a Head Start …

The Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program ...

is a school to work program that allows students to explore careers in the skilled trades and earn valuable workplace experience before they graduate high school

high school students begin their apprenticeship training program while earning high school credits and may be officially registered as apprentice

leads to rewarding careers with lots of flexibility in today’s labour market

Advantages of OYAP

offers students a school-work destination with good job prospects – i.e. - many journeypersons earn more than $50,000 per year and have their own businesses

skills learned/earned are transferable and provincial mobility is an option (Red Seal Program)

develops student connections with employers for post-secondary employment as apprentices

a success focused pathway for ‘hands-on’ learners - sense of accomplishment and value in work

How to Sign Up for OYAP

OYAP is for Grade 11 and 12 students who:

have completed at least 16 credits are at least 16 years of age are enrolled in high school full-time are interested in exploring career

options in the skilled trades

Course Selection Process Students who are interested in OYAP should

select a FOUR CREDIT COOP elective on Career Cruising

Present your finalized course selection sheet to the Coop teachers to get their signatures and an application before end of February

In March, potential candidates complete an application and 3 teacher references

In April, potential candidates are interviewed by the Coop teachers

The OYAP ToolkitGrade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12

College or Workplace College or Workplace

College or Workplace Options

College or Workplace Options

College or Workplace Options

Options

Options

Options Co-op / OYAP OYAP Options Options (2 credit) (4 credit)

Gr. 11 Options Technology, Business and / or Family Studies

Gr. 12 Options Technology, Business and / or Family Studies

Required OYAP Skills

a fundamental affinity for applied technology analytical and problem-solver good hand-eye coordination ability to perform the math, science & language

skills required by the trade creative/artistic ability (form, colour, balance) team player adaptable to change in the workplace good work ethic; initiative; pride in their work