SCHOOL TO WORK

This program is open to students who:

	are in Grade 12 and under age 20;
	still require course credits for graduation; and
	have demonstrated an orientation to work as well as an interest in developing job-specific skills related to a chosen vocation.

Students will have the opportunity to earn:

	secondary school graduation credits;
	post-secondary course credits; and / or
	industry-recognized employment certification.

Some students may acquire all three.

The program will be personalized to meet the individual needs of each student. Program components will include a combination of academic courses required for graduation, as well as identified, career-related courses. Students are encouraged to enroll in a four-course package that leads to one of the following options:

	high school completion;
	workplace training; and
	industry certification.

Courses will be offered in a variety of formats including:

	full semesters and modules;
	full days;
	mornings only;
	afternoons only;
	daytime and;
	evenings

Actual timetable formats would be determined according to the needs of the students, the chosen educational program option, and the requirements for sequential delivery of learning outcomes.

Each student registered in the program will have an individualized program designed specifically for him / her that will include course delivery through a combination of:

	Class-based instruction;
	On-line instruction;
	Computer-assisted instruction;
	Distance education; and / or
	Workplace training.

A formal application / screening process is involved. Interested students may apply directly to the program. In addition, potential candidates may be identified by schools and invited to apply to the program. Interested students must be willing to take a package of up to four courses that combine secondary school graduation requirements and career-focussed courses. Selected students must also demonstrate a positive attitude toward both school and work.

Contact Information:

Donna Scott
Administrator, School-to-work Transition Program
Phone: 604-664-8502
askus@schooltowork.sd41.bc.ca