Post Secondary Planning By Student Services
Overview Post Secondary Options Researching Post Secondary Pathways College and University Application Information Financial Planning Information Resources and Remind
The Have your teen complete the Self Interest Surveys on MyBlueprint to learn about Planning his or her interests Process Check your teen’s diploma status Use www.electronicinfo.ca, www.collegeoftrades.ca , or www.ontariocolleges.ca to research post- secondary programs and the Gr. 12 pre-reqs. Check the job projection forecasts www.canada.ca Apply for your postsecondary program(s)
Accessing MyBlueprint From Home Go to www.louisearbourss.ca Click on icon
MyBlueprint Email: studentnumber@pdsb.org Password: student number
MyBlueprint Parent Account Click to set up an account
Creating a Parent Account Select Louise Arbour S.S.
Creating a Parent Account Click for Parent Account
Creating a Parent Account Complete form Option to link to your teen’s account
Completing Surveys Teen completes the 5 surveys and can match results to: occupations and post-secondary programs
The Have your teen complete the Self Interest Surveys on MyBlueprint to learn about Planning his or her interests Process Check your teen’s diploma status Use www.electronicinfo.ca, www.collegeoftrades.ca , or www.ontariocolleges.ca to research post- secondary programs and the Gr. 12 pre-reqs. Check the job projection forecasts www.Canada.ca Apply for your postsecondary program(s)
Check Your Teen’s Credit Status Using Student Web: • Visit www.louisearbourss.ca • Click on ‘Student Web’ • Click on ‘Login’ • Student ID Student Number Password yy-mm-dd • Click on Credit History
Check Your Teen’s Credit Status Using myBlueprint… Go to ‘Official High School Plan ’
The Have your teen complete the Self Interest Surveys on MyBlueprint to learn about Planning his or her interests Process Check your teen’s diploma status Use www.electronicinfo.ca, www.collegeoftrades.ca , or www.ontariocolleges.ca to research post- secondary programs and the Gr. 12 pre-reqs. Check the job projection forecasts www.canada.ca Apply for your postsecondary program(s)
Apprenticeship VS. College VS. University APPRENTICESHIP COLLEGE UNIVERSITY TYPE OF On the job & hands-on Specialized training Theoretical & EDUCATIONAL training for occupation for particular academic EXPERIENCE (90%) occupations educational experience WHAT DO YOU Certificate of: Certificate Degree GET? Apprenticeship OR Diploma Qualification Applied Degree 1 year – certificate HOW LONG 2-5 years 3-4 years for 2-3 years – diploma DOES IT TAKE? Undergraduate 4 years – degree degree HOW MANY ARE Over 150 trades 28 21 THERE IN ONTARIO?
Types of Apprenticeships Four Sectors 1. Construction sector: p lumber, roofer, and iron worker 2. Industrial sector: electrician, welder, and locksmith 3. Motive Power sector: automotive service technician, small engine technician and auto body repair 4. Service sector: hairstylist, chef, baker
How to Become an Apprentice • The student seeking an apprenticeship is responsible for finding a licensed tradesperson (employer), in good standing with the Ontario College of Trades, willing to take him/her on as an apprentice • The tradesperson (employer) and apprentice register with the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) Apprenticeship Office • They sign a Contract of Apprenticeship and the apprenticeship training period officially begins. • Upon successful completion of required apprenticeship hours most apprentices write a licensing exam .
Apprenticeship Research • www.collegeoftrades.ca • http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng
College Research www.ontariocolleges.ca
College/Program Search Search by: keyword Search by college geographic region Search by: category program length
College Program Search by Keyword Click on ‘Visit’ for Admission Requirements and Specific Program Information
University www.electronicinfo.ca • 'Find a Program' • search scholarships • Residences • Important Information – example: language requirements, professional programs, • repeated/upgraded courses • Search by geographic region ( click on Choose an Ontario University )
University Program Search Search by: • university • program • keyword Double click for more information
The Have your teen complete the Self Interest Surveys on MyBlueprint to learn about Planning his or her interests Process Check your teen’s diploma status Use www.electronicinfo.ca, www.collegeoftrades.ca , or www.ontariocolleges.ca to research post- secondary programs and the Gr. 12 pre-reqs. Check the job projection forecasts www.canada.ca Apply for your postsecondary program(s)
Do your Research … Job Projections at www.canada.ca
Check out information on actual jobs Look at future job projections
The Complete the Self Interest Inventory on MyBlueprint to learn about yourself and Planning your interests Process Check your teen’s diploma status Use www.electronicinfo.ca, www.collegeoftrades.ca , or www.ontariocolleges.ca to research post- secondary programs and the Gr. 12 pre-reqs. Check the job projection forecasts www.canada.ca Apply for your postsecondary program(s)
College Application If your teen has or will have all the program requirements, and is sure about which college(s) he/she wants to attend, then the application can be started. Click on Apply Now
College Application 1 st Time User select: Create an Account Then create login info and enter required information
College Application Information • Final Day to Apply for Equal Consideration: February 1, 2017 • Cost: $95 Dollars for 5 choices (no more than 3 program choices at any 1 college) • No “PIN” is required; need OEN # found on report card or status sheet • Apply Online – www.ontariocolleges.ca Application Presentations for students in early December
University Application If your teen has or will have all the program requirements, is sure about which university he/she wants to attend, and has an OUAC pin, then the application can be started . www.ouac.ca OUAC 101 Application to apply
University Application www.ouac.on.ca/ouac-101 / How to Apply - click on “Tutorials” Important Dates
University Application Information • Deadline to apply for equal consideration: January 11, 2017 • Cost: $150 for 3 university/program choices … $50 for each additional university/program • PIN is needed to apply Guidance is distributing them on November 17 Application Presentations for Students in early December
Back up planning Use www.ontransfer.ca to see how you can move between programs and schools
College & University Grade Downloads • November 2016: Schools send Credit Histories & Demographics • February 2017: Semester 1 final marks are sent • April 2017: Semester 2 mid-term marks are sent • July 2017: Semester 2 final marks are sent • February 2017 – April 2017: Conditional offers of admission • June 1: Confirmation of acceptance
Financial Planning Costs Involved in Attending College or University: Estimated Average Cost: Tuition College $5000 University $9500 Books/Supplies $1500 College $6500 University $11000 PLUS….
Financial Planning Cont'd Additional Costs: + Residence/Accommodations + Meals + Transportation + Entertainment + Personal Expenses + Insurance $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
Annual Estimated Costs Involved in Attending College or University College Living at home $ 8,000 Living on Campus $15,000 University Living at home $ 11,000 Living on Campus $ 20,000
Funding Your Post-Secondary Education Scholarship: cash award based on academic/personal achievement Bursary: cash award based on financial need Student Loan (OSAP): b orrow money through the Ontario government loan program (www.osap.gov.on.ca) Presentation – April 2017 CanLearn.ca: website with information and strategies on paying for post-secondary education and managing debt during and after school
Where to Get Scholarship Information • LASS Student Services website • www.scholarshipscanada.com • www.studentawards.com • www.ouac.ca • www.ontariocolleges.ca • www.peelschools.org (click on students and then scholarships)
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