BANTING MEMORIAL H. S.
What you need to know
to get you where you want to go!
ONTARIO SECONDARY
SCHOOL DIPLOMA
In order to be granted an O.S.S.D., a student must:
 Earn 30 Credits
- 18 Compulsory
- 12 Optional
 Complete 40 hours of Community Service
 Successfully complete the Grade 10 Literacy Test
Post secondary and career planning
is important!
Time in school: 17,000 hours (K-12)
Time working: 80,000 hours
The “Old” World of WORK
Born
School
WORK
Retire
Die
The “Emerging” World of Work
Work
Work
Unemployment
Training
Born
School
Unemployment
Time Off
Work
Training
Time Off
Training
Training
Unemployment
Time Off
Training
Work
Training
Work
Work
Retire
Die
Acquire Transferable Skills
 communication skills
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relationship building
problem solving
entrepreneurial thinking
collaboration and teamwork
leadership abilities
These soft skills will always be in demand, and having a
variety of short-term or part-time jobs can be a great
way to learn them.
That is the best way to prepare for the job market
of tomorrow!
CAREER
PLANNING
EMPLOYABILITY
JOB SEARCH
Step 3: DECISION MAKING
Step 2: LABOUR MARKET
Step 1: SELF-ASSESSMENT
Hours of Work
Step 1: Self Assessment
Factors In Career Discovery
Educational
Requirements
Hopes &
Dreams
Job Duties
Abilities
Life/Work
Experience
Personal
Traits
Physical
Requirements
CAREER
Interests
Geographical
Location
Adapted from: Career Pathways, Norman
Amundson & Gray Poehnell
Wages/Income
Health
Issues
Industry
Information
OR
Environment
Values
GOAL
Lifestyle
Education & Activities
Training
Economic
Trends
Labour Market
Trends
Occupational
Demand
Step 2:
LABOUR MARKET
Demographics and Future Trends
 10 million Baby Boomers (1946-1964)
 <6 million Baby Bust
(1965-1979)
 7 million Baby Echo
(1980-2000)
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NOW - 7 million Canadians over 55
In 2020, 1:5 Canadians over 65
LABOUR MARKET
what you may hear in the media…
“Generation Jobless”/ “The New Underclass”
Facts:
Unemployment Rate:
1976
8%
2010
5%
Average Salary:
14,600.
49,300.
80%
82%
Working in Field of Study:
HOT JOBS
(fastest growing jobs on Workopolis/Maclean’s)
 Financial advisor
 Environmental Technicians/Technologists
 Health field: Nurses; Psychiatric Nurses; Elder-care
services coordinator
 Information Technology: Online community manager;
app developers; privacy regulators; big data analysts;
encryption specialists; web content strategist
 Truck & Transport Service Technician & Drivers
 Sales Representatives
 Social Services
SOME…did not even exist a decade ago!!
Step 3: DECISION MAKING
So… What are My Options??
Apprenticeship
College
University
Workplace
Travel / GAP year
APPRENTICESHIP
 practical method of
learning specific job
skills.
 observe a journeyperson
and practise those skills
on the job
 earn while you learn
 receive a Certificate of
Qualification.
 you'll need your OSSD
(high school diploma)
Types of Apprenticeships
Construction sector
 Electrician, plumber,
drywall installer,
roofer, welder,
carpenter
Industrial Sector
 Machinist, tool &
die, industrial
electrician, water
well driller
Service Sector
Motive Power Sector
 Baker, chef,
 Avionics technician,
hairstylist,
motor vehicle
horticulturalist, early
mechanic, auto
childhood educator,
body repair, ski lift
fruit grower
technician
Requirements for an
apprenticeship
 A high school diploma
 Many require math skills up to grade 12
 Some technical areas may require physics
or chemistry
 Take OYAP or other School to Career
programs
Apprenticeship Facts
(McCleans-Sept.2013)
By 2031 – Canada will be short 2.7 million workers
Where will the jobs be in the next decade?
 Construction
 Oil and Gas
 Mining
– 319,000 jobs
- 5,850
- 112,000 (incl. heavy equipment operator,
truck drivers, millwrights, welders, machine operators …)
 Automotive
 Forestry
- 77,150
- 40,000 – 120,000
High demand trades…
$50.00 hr. is not an uncommon wage rate
Ontario Youth
Apprenticeship Program
 OYAP is a school-work transition program
 Apprenticeship may begin in grade 11 or 12 with the
OYAP program
 Students in the OYAP program may count their co-op
hours towards their apprenticeship hours, thereby having
a “head start” on their apprenticeship
www.oyap.com
SO...
YOU WANT TO GO TO COLLEGE!
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW?
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
 Job oriented/practical exp
 High employment rates –
…. 91% of Canadian college
students find employment
within 6 months of grad.
 1 year or less - Certificates
 2-3 years programs -earn
a Diploma
 Applied degrees
 may transfer to university
from college
SAMPLE COLLEGE PROGRAMS
Arts related programs
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Fashion Design
Graphic Design
Illustration
Animation
Technical Theatre Production
Advertising
Suggested high school courses
 Visual Art, Drama,
Communication Technology
Business Programs
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E-Commerce
Marketing
Human Resources
Financial Planning
Accounting
Travel and Tourism
Suggested High School Courses
 Entrepreneurship,
Marketing
 Mathematics, Tourism
Health Care
Community Services
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Social Service Worker
Early Childhood Educator
Child and Youth Worker
Police Foundations
Educational Assistant
Suggested High School Courses
 Sociology, Law, Parenting
 Leadership and Peer Support
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Paramedic
Practical Nurse
Pharmacy Technician
Occupational Therapy
Assistant
Lab Technician
Dental Hygienist
Suggested High School Courses
 Mathematics, Physical and
Health Education, Biology,
Chemistry
College Admission Requirements
 OSSD which includes the required subjects
such as math, English, sciences – College,
University or University/College courses in
grades 11 and 12
 Portfolio, resume
 Questionnaire, interview
 Aptitude testing or pre-tests
 Volunteer or work experience (coop ed)
For Example: Georgian College
Child and Youth Worker:
(2013-14)
Gr. 12 English (C or U)
Recommended - Keyboarding ability, basic computer literacy and word processing)
Computer Programmer:
Gr. 12 English (C or U)
Gr. 12 C level math (MAP4C or MCT4C)
Pre-Service Firefighter:
Gr. 12 English (C or U)
any Gr. 12 math (C or U)
Gr. 11 Biology (C) or Gr. 11 or 12 (U) Biology
Gr. 12 Chemistry (C) or Gr. 11 or 12 (U) Chemistry or
Gr. 12 (U) Exercise Science
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Selection based on academic grades, portfolio and testing results
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Volunteer work and team activities must be substantiated by hours, copies of
certificates and reference letters
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Complete a Fire Aptitude Test consisting of mathematical reasoning, problem solving
and analytical reasoning relating to firefighting
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Criminal Record check prior to practical experience
www.ontariocolleges.ca
So…
You Want To Go To UNIVERSITY
What Do You Need To Know?
UNIVERSITY
 More theoretical and
abstract education
 Not necessarily job
specific
 Training for
professional jobs such
as education, health
care, engineering, law,
physiotherapy
 3-4 years - degree
McMaster University
UNIVERSITY ADMISSION
REQUIREMENTS
 6 grade 12 University and/or
University/College courses including
ENG4U
 Prerequisite Courses must be U or M
 Supplementary application form for
some programs
 Scholarships often require community
and extracurricular involvement,
leadership
SAMPLE UNIVERSITY PROGRAMS
Arts Related Programs
 Literature Sociology
 History
Languages
 Music
Psychology
 Geography Economics
 Philosophy Peace Studies
 Political Science
Business Related Programs
 Accounting
Economics
 Marketing
Finance
 Human Resources
 Information systems
Suggested Admission Requirements
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Suggested Admission Requirements
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ENG4U1 and other Canadian
& World Studies, Social
Science & Humanities Course
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ENG4U1, one or two grade
12 U math courses –
MHF4U1 –Advanced
Functions
Consider CIA4U1 –
Economics, BAT4M1 Accounting
Engineering Related
Programs
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Mechanical
Civil
Chemical
Electrical
Software & Game Design
Mechanical
Computer
Biomedical
Materials
Suggested Admission
Requirements
 ENG4U1, MCV4U1- Calculus
and Vectors, MHV4U1 –
Advanced Functions,
SCH4U - Chemistry, SPH4U Physics
Science Related
Programs
Biology
Biochemistry
Medical Radiation Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
Chemistry
Kinesiology
Physics and Astronomy
Geography and Earth
Sciences
Suggested Admission
Requirements
 ENG4U1, MHV4U1 or
MCV4U1, 2 or three of
Biology, Chemistry or Physics
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Examples… from Guelph University
(cutoffs - Fall 2015)
Bachelor of Arts: 83-88%
- English (ENG4U)
- 5 additional 4U or 4m courses
Majors may include:
Anthropology, Art History, Classical Studies, Economics, English
Environmental Governance, French Studies, Geography, Hispanic
Studies, History, Info System /Human Behaviour, International Development,
Economics, Music, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology,
Theatre Studies
www.ouac.on.ca
Examples… from Guelph University
(cutoffs - Fall 2015)
Bachelor of Science (Honours) :
Biological Sciences: 79 - 84%
ENG4U, MHF4U, two from SBI4U, SCH4U, SPH4U.
Two additional 4U/M courses. SCH4U, SPH4U and SBI4U are strongly recommended
for all biological sciences.
Physical Sciences: 78- 81%
ENG4U, MCV4U, two from SBI4U, SCH4U, SPH4U.
Two additional 4U/M courses. SCH4U and SPH4U are strongly recommended for
mathematical, computer, and physical sciences.
www.ouac.on.ca
Workplace Destination
Students who plan to enter the workforce
directly after high school should…
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complete your high school diploma requirements
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consider taking cooperative education. It is an
important component of workplace preparation
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work with your guidance counsellor or “Focus”
(employment centre) to create a personal portfolio
(resume, cover letters, letters of reference, achievements
etc.) to present to prospective employers
www.waytowork.ca
www.focuscdc.on.ca
TRAVEL or GAP YEAR
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What is a Gap Year?
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A year between high school graduation and the start of post-secondary
studies. Usually travel, volunteerism and/or work.
Gap Opportunities:
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Discover yourself and gain valuable experience
Explore a new purpose or career path that is waiting to unfold
Develop leadership skills
Gain a richer cultural understanding
Share your skills / talents with people and communities in need
How Do I Plan a Gap Year?
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www.vergemagazine.com
www.projects-abroad.ca
See your Guidance counsellor or Mrs. Cross in Guidance
Whatever your choice…
there are many routes to the same destination…
High School
(4, 4.5, 5
years)
Apprenticeship
College
College > University
University
University > College
Work > College
Work > University
GAP/Travel
Work
Everyone enters the workforce, just at different times in our lives!
Unintentional Careers
Don’t be one of the 67% of adults who…
never make intentional, fully-informed postsecondary and career choices
and then
spend 50% of their conscious hours in work
settings they do not like.
KEY MESSAGES
1.
Begin to make your own decisions, choices and
mistakes!
2.
Find ways to gain experience
3.
Discover “Who You Are” !
…do some self-awareness questionaires and start
researching your post-secondary options
4.
Access Your Allies…meet with your Guidance
counsellor or SERT to make sure you are on track
for all your Diploma requirements
KEY MESSAGES
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Start you research NOW!!!
If you need more time to think, take it!!!
KNOW….There is no “best program pathway” –
apprenticeship, college, university, or work…
BUT
There is one that is best for YOU!
For your course selections you may wish
to consider…
 Co-operative Education
 Specialist High Skills Major
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a specialized program that allows you to focus your learning on a specific economic sector
Banting has 4 SHSM’s:
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Agri-Business
Health and Wellness - Fitness and Health Promotion
Horticulture and Landscaping
Transportation - Recreational vehicles
What does it involve?
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a bundle of 4 major credits in the area of specialization
Contextualized learning activities in 3 other courses (English, Math,
Science or Business)
2 periods of related cooperative education
Experiential learning and reach-ahead activities
Industry recognized certifications
When you graduate…
 There is a red seal on your diploma
 There is a notification on your transcript that you have
participated in the program
 You will receive a student record card that lists your
courses and certifications
 Increasingly being recognized by post-secondary
institutions
If you are interested, visit Mrs. Vojin in Guidance