College Vocational Program (A101)
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Program Description
Leadership Claims
The College Vocational (A101) program is unique in Ontario.
Program Overview
The College Vocational program (A101) is a two-semester program designed to address employment barriers and meet the employment preparation needs of students who are neurodiverse or who live with a mild intellectual disability. Designed for maximum engagement and inclusion, the program helps students develop effective teamwork and communication skills, as well as self-awareness, self-advocacy and confidence to set achievable goals. In collaboration with community partner PTP Adult Learning & Employment Programs, students in this program participate in a range of employment-related workshops and have a work placement opportunity.
This program is suitable for those who have graduated from high school with an Ontario Secondary School Certificate (OSSC) or Diploma (OSSD) and workplace credits. This program is unique in Ontario.
Full Description
College Vocational (A101) at George Brown College is program designed for those who are neurodiverse or who have a mild intellectual disability and are interested in finding employment. Program activities help students to develop a variety of job-readiness skills and support individual career exploration to help find appropriate and meaningful employment.
(A101) students participate in a range of employment related workshops delivered by our community partner, PTP Adult Learning & Employment Programs. PTP also provides our workplace experience which can lead to paid employment upon graduation.
College Vocational Program Details:
- job-readiness program provides support with resumé and cover letter writing, interview skills, networking and more
- two-semester program starts in September
- in-person delivery
- PTP Adult Learning & Employment counsellors and job developers will support students in their work placement and job search both during and upon graduation from the program
- designed for high school graduates with an Ontario Secondary School Certificate (OSSC) or Diploma (OSSD) who have workplace or college credits
Course content includes:
- self-exploration and career planning
- communication and math skills training
- digital skills training
- intrapersonal and interpersonal skills enhancement
Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities
Courses
Required Courses
SEMESTER 1
Code | Course name |
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LIFE 1015 | Personal and Professional Dynamics I |
COMM 1158 | Communications and Mathematics Skills and Strategies I |
PREP 1016 | Transitions to Work |
PREP 1020 | Digital Skills for Life and Work I |
SEMESTER 2
Code | Course name |
---|---|
LIFE 1016 | Personal and Professional Dynamics II |
COMM 1159 | Communications and Mathematics Skills and Strategies II |
PREP 1029 | Pathways to Work |
PREP 1030 | Digital Skills for Life and Work II |
PREP 1035 | Work-Integrated Learning Practicum |
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Apply key information processing skills to employment and academic contexts.
- Apply workplace conventions and practices (policies and procedures, rules, regulations, health and safety laws/guidelines, ethical principles, etc.).
- Produce a career pathway plan with associated artifacts.
- Use essential literacies, such as communication, numeracy, digital, media, to carry out tasks and responsibilities.
- Manage personal and professional growth in employment and academic contexts.
Tuition & Fees
Domestic Tuition
Additional Costs
*Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2022. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2023 and at later dates.
Financial Assistance
Each year we award over $2 million dollars in scholarships, awards and bursaries to first-year students. Check out our financial aid webpages for ways to pay for college and the full list of available scholarships, awards and bursaries.
This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.
Admission Requirements
Eligible candidates are required to have one of the following:
- OSSD or
- Ontario Secondary School Certificate or
- mature student status (19 years of age or older)
How to Apply and Qualify
- Submit an application through the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS) at ontariocolleges.ca.
- Qualified applicants are required to attend a mandatory online intake assessment and interview.
Please note: For information session dates, contact the program co-ordinator in mid-January at: cv@georgebrown.ca
How to Apply
Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.
Contact Us
Call the College Vocational program co-ordinator at 416-415-5000, ext. 2503, or email at jdewar@georgebrown.ca.
For more information about George Brown College, call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
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