This Program is offered at the following campus locations: Dawson Creek
Description:
Job Education and Training program offers pre-vocational and life skill training for youth and adults with barriers to employment. The program consists of a variety of learning opportunities designed to provide the skills necessary for success in the workplace and independent living. Through participation, students develop personal career and work plans based on their individual interests and abilities. The program includes classroom based learning, hands-on-learning and a practicum component.
Certification: Certificate in Job Education and Training
Program Contact: Carole Taylor
Dean: Kristina Van De Walle
Admission Requirements:
The student must:
- Have support of family, advocate, and referring agency (where applicable)
- Have transportation means independent of the College
- Be 17 years of age (or have a special arrangements with the School District(s) and/or Instructor)
Program Length (Weeks): 18
Program Length (Hours): 210 for Core Courses
Program Intake Start: September or February
Program Intake Finish: January or June
Available Seats: 10
Application Deadline: Up to one week prior to intake start
Career Prospects:
Students will exit the program with the qualifications for entry level positions in a variety of fields such as food service, customer service, retail, and hospitality.
Work experience placements are arranged to match a student's field of interest and, where possible, to offer an opportunity for paid employment following the volunteer placement.
In addition, graduates of the Job Education and Training Program may be eligible to ladder into course offerings in Career and College Preparation and Career/Technical programs.
Affiliations: N/A
Additional Requirements and Supplies:
- Application Fee (if applicable).
- Tuition for the 3 'ticket' courses for work experience:
- Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
- FoodSafe Level 1
Please contact Student Services for current tuition fee information.
Eligibility for Canada Student Loans: No
Required Minimum Grade: Pass in all required courses
Residency Requirements: 100%
Courses:
Core Courses
Optional Courses
Recommended Courses:
(not required for program completion; however, may be needed for work experience/employment)