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Making the best course choices....2014-2015

What is the ideal high school graduate…

What is a ‘Literate’ Graduate?

A person who can think critically, problem solve, communicate and apply what they have learned…

PEI – 2011 Grads – 1908 students

UPEI 26%Holland College 13%Maritime Seats 12%Upgrade 10%Apprentice 3%Work/Other 36%

Dept. of Education, PEI

Issues University Significant attrition rate after

two years at UPEI College 26% of incoming students at

Holland College are direct from high school, experience most difficulty in programs due to low literacy and numeracy skills; general level students struggling more than ever before

Labour Market Demographics, Skill demand, Responsiveness, Adequate information

Data

Dept. of Education, PEI

Provincial Course Requirements for Graduation

A minimum of 20 credits… 3 English credits - Grade 10, 11, & 12 1 Language credit 2 Math credits 2 Science credits 2 Social Studies credits plus 10 Electives credits____________________________________ 5 credits at grade 12 level (600 or 800)

Students completing 6 credits from the Career and Technical Education(CTE) Skilled Trades Course Selections area, with a minimum of 70 % in each course will receive a Colonel Gray CTE Skilled Trades & Applied Sciences Certificate.

Colonel Gray is students can register for Academy Diploma Program in Business and Innovation.

Gaelic521A, Housing621A, Office Management Technologies801A, Creative Multimedia801A, MUS801AX (Performance and Production), PED801AF (Phys. Ed. Fit 801) and Environmental Science621A are available with sufficient registration numbers.

Continued in 2014-2015

Course Description   This course focuses on skills that explicitly link to post-

secondary studies with an emphasis on literary analysis of a range of challenging texts. Therefore, attention is given to academic writing and research skills, critical interpretation, and formal speaking and listening skills.

  This course is designed for students who enjoy the study of

literature and wish to refine their craft as a writer, thinker, and communicator.

  Acceptance into the course is dependant upon a teacher

recommendation at the English 521A level.

English 621L - English

Ten questions to ask your guidance counselor before Grade 12

MAT431ASkilled TradesLabour Force

MAT421ASocial

SciencesBusinessSkilled Trades

MAT421ABusiness

EngineeringScience

MAT531A MAT521AMAT521BElective

MAT521E

MAT801A MAT621AMAT621BMAT611B

What math program should I take in Grade 11 and 12?

Choose courses to support your future goals… Choose courses you are interested in … Choose courses which increase your 21 Century Skills:

Critical Thinking and Problem SolvingCollaboration across Networks and Leading by InfluenceAgility and AdaptabilityInitiative and EntrepreneurialismEffective Oral and Written CommunicationAccessing and Analyzing InformationCuriosity and Imagination

New career’s are being created each year… you may invent or create your future career…what courses can you take now to learn the skills you need in the future…

What electives should I take?

Most universities and colleges require a minimum 70% average in admissible courses.

The cut-off averages at respective schools are based on the applicant pool. The better your marks and average the better your chances.

In 2012, UPEI nursing students required an 85% or higher average to be considered for a seat in the program.

Admission is competitive. Higher averages provide more opportunities for acceptance to your program.

Course Average RequirementsHigh School Marks are Important!!!

High School Graduation Requirements vs. Entrance Requirements to some programs…

PEI Graduation Requirements

University Entrance Requirements

5 courses at the grade 12 level (600 or 800)

4 language arts (one of which may be French), one English course from each level (400, 500, 600).

2 mathematics courses 2 science courses 2 social studies courses Additional electives

related to career interests.

5 Academic Grade 12 courses (621)

English 621A – minimum 70% The best marks / course

choices possible …be competitive when you apply for your program! (scholarships…)

Your high school transcript is required when you apply for programs… (even 20 years from now)!

University, College, Apprenticeship or Work after high school…

University College

Degree offering institution: (science, arts, nursing, etc.)

Students take a broad range of courses creating a well rounded education.

Many students will go on and complete a second degree before looking for work.

Usually more debt after four or more years of study – but there is the potential for greater lifetime earnings.

Diploma offering institution: (culinary, welding, sports & leisure).

Students learn skills specific to their program.

93% of Holland College grads are working in their career within one year of completing their program.

Some students then go on to university to complete a degree in their area of study.

University, College, Apprenticeship or Work after high school…

Apprenticeship Program Labour Force

Apprenticeship is a method of learning the skills and knowledge necessary to become a skilled worker and a certified journey person.

Most apprenticeship programs take two to four years to complete and combine approximately 80 % paid-on-the job training (under the supervision of a qualified tradesperson )with 20% technical/in-school learning.

Not everyone is prepared to continue their education after high school.

Some students enter the world of work, employed in a variety of jobs , while deciding on their career path.

Many people continue their education a number of years after their high school graduation. They have greater success because they are ready to commit to the rigors of the course work.

Arts ProgramUniversity of Prince Edward Island

Minimum Requirements.. …to compete for a seat!!!

5 Grade 12 academic courses including:

English 621A one Social Studies or

Language course any 3 other academic

courses (621) 801 courses do not

qualify for admission

Grade 12 Social Studies

Course marks above 70%

Take 6 – 621 courses so you can use your best of 5 average.

Business ProgramUniversity of Prince Edward Island

Minimum Requirements.. …to compete for a seat!!!

5 Grade 12 academic courses including:

English 621A Mathematics 621A any 2 Social Studies,

Languages or Sciences and 1 other

academic (621)course.

Mathematics 621B recommended

consider elective MAT611B

Consider business electives: ACC621A, ENT521A, ECO621A

Science ProgramUniversity of Prince Edward Island

Minimum Requirements …to compete for a seat!!!

5 Grade 12 academic courses:

English 621A Mathematics 621[A or B] ,

MAT611B Two 621A Sciences One other academic 621

course

MAT621B andMAT611B are recommended!

Grade 12 BIO621A, CHM621A and PHY621A are prerequisites for first year Biology, Chemistry and Physics at university.

Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Repair and Overhaul Technology (10 months)

Minimum Requirements for Entrance

Grade 12* or equivalent with credits at or above the general level

Resumé including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program

Requirements to compete for a seat in a program

Preference will be given to applicants with

Gr. 11or 12math and Gr. 11 or 12 physics is

preferred.

Skills you have learned through high school courses(AUTO), co-op work experiences and paid work experiences

Reference letters

Culinary Trades Holland College

Minimum Requirements for Entrance

Grade 12 or equivalent with credits at or above the general level

Ability to perform physically challenging tasks

Resumé including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program.

Requirements to compete for a seat in a program

Courses related to the program: FDS421A, CUL801A, CUL801B – a Co-op work placement in the culinary area.

The best marks possible at the highest academic level you are capable of.

Solid reference letters from your culinary teacher.

Articulation agreements and transfer credits give you the opportunity to begin your studies at one institution and finish at another. For example, you may decide to obtain a diploma from Holland College and then further your studies at a university. Or you may have begun your studies in university, and be interested in continuing your education at Holland College.

Example: Sport and Leisure Management -Mount St. Vincent University - Up to 2 years credit toward Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management.

Holland College Degree Pathways

Opportunities after high school…• Canada will have nearly 1 million job openings from 2003-2015 in the skilled trades sector but continues to have a serious shortage of new, skilled tradespeople to fill in the retiring Baby Boomer gap.• In the next 20 years, 40% of new jobs in Canada will be in skilled trades and technologies. This is great news for those people looking for jobs that aren’t typical, that are constantly evolving in new industries and that require constant development. Why consider a career in Trades?

Apprenticeship, Training, and Certification Eligibility In order to enter an apprenticeship program, a person

must: Be at least 16 years of age Have a High School Completion Certificate or equivalent Be working at a designated skilled career with a

suitable employer Government of PEI Apprenticeship information for high

school students Accelerated Secondary Apprenticeship Program ASAP Award $1000 - $500 for your tools and $500 for

tuition.

Canadian Forces/R.O.T.P.: Students wishing to enrol in the Royal Officer’s Training Program will require English, mathematics, physics and chemistry in their grade twelve program.

Canadian Forces

Check the entrance requirements for the University you wish to apply for… http://www.aucc.ca/canadian-universities/study-programs/

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Take the time to think about your future… envision…explore… engage…