cnhs guidance presentation: where to go to school, how to...
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CNHS Guidance Presentation:
Where to go to School, How to Apply, and Other Options
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Self-assessment
Finding a match between self and careers(career cruising, etc).
Career awareness (Labour Market, etc.)
Occupational trends
Post-secondary awareness
Decision making
Follow through
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Community College - ex. NBCC, NSCC
Private College - ex. Oulton, Holland
Work force - remember to see Mrs. Albright
Apprenticeship
University
Armed Forces (Military)
Other
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Contact for more information: Sgt. Scott Smith [email protected]
There are over 100 career opportunities, full-time and part-time available to all of you:
- These jobs are available coming right out of high school, college, or university.
- You must complete an aptitude test and basic training
- You are fully trained by the Canadian Armed Forces, and all the training is equal to college or university training you would get elsewhere. You are paid for this training.
- more information online: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/caf-jobs.html
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Apprenticeship means you work with a certified employer to learn the trade. You have to put in a certain amount of hours. Most of the trades require 72 hours of apprenticeship.
2 ways to apprentice:
1) Once you graduate you can register as an apprentice. You can work with an employer you want to do that trade in (they must be certified). You receive a wage, and you gain the practical experience.
Then, the apprenticeship program sends you to school to get the theory part of learning (they fund your schooling).
2) You can apply and go to college, complete your diploma, and then complete the apprenticeship program.
You can then work toward your red seal, which enables you to work anywhere in Canada.
COOP classes can give you some apprenticeable hours.
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University:
- focus on academics and research (science, English, history, business,
and some contemporary studies). Different universities often offer
different programs (ex. UNB offers Forestry and Nursing, Memorial
offers Medicine, Dal offers Animal Sciences, etc.)
- ~ 4 years (or 5)
- bachelor’s degree = undergraduate degree
College:
- focuses on practical experience that can teach you skills specific to
a particular career.
- ~ 1-2 years
- certificate or diploma.
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Choosing a school = big decision
Base it on your needs and the right fit for your unique self
Consider: academics, reputation, size, and location
Also consider: a school that aligns with your views and spirit
Look beyond what your parents, teachers and guidance
counsellor have told you and start thinking about what is right for
you. What worked for us may not work for you.
Consider Your Priorities –
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• Field of Study - Is the program you’re interested in offered at this school?
• Proximity to Home - Do you want to live at home, in residence, or in off-campus housing? Do you need to be closer to your parents? Or are you okay with travelling farther to go to school?
• Location and Accessibility of School - Do you like the city, is there a public transportation route, or will you drive to campus?
• Campus Size and Classroom Size - Do you prefer a large, a medium or a small campus? Are you interested in personalized attention?
• Financial Aid and Scholarships - Does your school of interest offer scholarships, bursaries, or awards? Will you be using government loans or bank loans?
• Community and Student Life - Are there student clubs, student unions, and opportunities for you to engage with other students outside of class?
• Activities and Facilities – Are musical or drama societies, sports teams, communities or clubs that interest you? Is there a gym, sports facility or library?
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Research and Check Ratings of Schools and Programs
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Additional tools to help students with the decision making process:
• MacLean’s Magazine annual university ratings http://oncampus.macleans.ca/education
• The Globe and Mail Canadian University report www.globeandmail.com/news/national/education/canadian-
university-report/
• Association of Canadian Universities and Colleges in Canada www.aucc.ca
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Five things to do and consider:
1. Research.
- School websites = best source of information
(look under Admissions or Future Students Tab)
- view books in guidance office
2. Social Media - Twitter, Facebook or Instagram of schools you are
considering
- provides a sense of the school atmosphere, attitude and behind-the-
scenes nature
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See List of “Guiding Questions to Ask University and College Representatives”
This list of guiding questions is saved on the CNHS website – under guidance.
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Time to Apply - Online Application Preparation
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*online applications* Do your research on college and university websites and view books
Pay attention to:•application deadlines •Many schools offer early admission starting in November (based on Grade 11 grades). •Requirements and supporting documents
ex. Transcript (You need to complete the “Transcript Request” slip at the office, and the secretaries will mail, fax, or email it for you.)
•Some universities require letters of reference, personal statements, life sketches, or resumes. Plan ahead. Make arrangements for these documents to be sent.
• Double check admission averages and prerequisites for your selected program
• *Apply to NBCC NOW
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How to Apply - Online Application Procedures
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When you start to apply online, look for links on the website such as:• Apply for undergraduate admission• Prospective students • New student or secondary school student admissions
• You will need to create an account and a username and password. Keep a record of this information. You will use it each time to access your account such as when you choose classes at a later date.
• Be prepared to pay the non-refundable application fee to register online ($40-$150). A credit card payment online is preferred.
• Complete the application. Print a copy for your records file for future reference.
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Next Slides Four Slides-
Special application processes for applying to schools in the following provinces:
Ontario Alberta British Columbia
How to Apply - Ontario Universities
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OUAC - Ontario Universities’ Application Centre
• Instead of applying directly to a university in Ontario, you must first submit an application to OUAC – the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre. • OUAC is a centralized application service for applicants to Ontario universities. • The OUAC Council of Ontario facilitates the process of applying to first-year undergraduate programs (bachelor’s degrees) and to advanced standing in these programs. • Students from New Brunswick use the “(OUAC 105) All Other Undergraduate Applicants” form for their submission.• You can apply to as many universities as you want but only to a maximum of 3 programs per school.• Transcripts however are sent directly to the universities with your OUAC reference number.• The base application fee is $135.00.
• www.ouac.ca
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How to Apply – Ontario Colleges
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OCAS - Ontario College Application Service
• Students applying to Ontario colleges have access to OCAS. • OCAS serves as a centralized, one-stop, processing centre. • OCAS also serves applicants by transmitting (and in some cases collecting) their grades so that they no longer need to supply multiple colleges with transcripts. • OCAS is affiliated with 28 colleges in Ontario. • You can make 5 program choices on the application.• Your transcript is sent directly to ontariocolleges.ca• The application fee is $95.00.
• www.ocas.ca
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How to Apply – Alberta Post-Secondary Institutions
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Apply Alberta – Alberta Post-Secondary Application System
• ApplyAlberta is an online application and transcript transfer system that anyone can use to apply to undergraduate programs at one or more of Alberta’s post-secondary institutions.•First time students use ApplyAlberta to create a profile with their personal and academic history. This information is filled in automatically on each of their Alberta post-secondary applications. • Students using ApplyAlberta authorize post-secondary institutions to request the transfer of their transcripts. • Students do not pay a fee for transcripts transferred through ApplyAlberta but do pay the application fee required by the school(s) of choice. • 22 schools (colleges, universities, university/ colleges are affiliated with ApplyAlberta. If you wish to apply to a school other than these 22 you apply directly to the school.• Students apply through the application centre for the participating schools, otherwise applications are sent to the schools directly.
• www.applyalberta.ca
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How to Apply – British Columbia Post-Secondary Institutions
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ApplyBC – British Columbia Post- Secondary Application Service
• ApplyBC is an online tool that lets students anywhere in the world apply to B.C.'s public post-secondary institutions through a single portal. • ApplyBC collects the applicant's basic personal information and submits it as a common form to institutions of the applicant's choice, beginning the application process. • Prospective students may apply to any of the province’s post-secondary institutions, which include colleges, universities and institutes.
• https://applybc.ca
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What happens next?
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• Read your application carefully. Ensure you send all documents required. (ex. transcripts, copies of birth certificates, portfolios, references, essays, etc.)
• Check on the schools procedures for applying for scholarships and bursaries and for residences. (Some schools require you to apply for residence after you’ve been accepted. Some schools have cut-off dates for scholarship applications.)
•Schools send out either an acknowledgement letter or an offer of admission letter. Keep this letter for your records.
•You may call the school to check on your admission status
In June make sure that CNHS knows where you plan to attend so that your final transcript can be sent to that institution.
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Plan B – “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.”
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• Look beyond your "dream school”
• Meeting the requirements doesn’t always mean you will get in
• Even with excellent grades and test scores, admission averages change from year to year and so does eligibility criteria. Good grades are important, but for some programs, additional requirements are assessed.
•Applying to a few different schools keeps your options open just in case you change your mind. A lot can change between now and next September.
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Follow your heart and know your strengths
Decide your important values
Prioritize
Research options available
Talk to people in the field
Job shadow
Use PD days to book university and campus tours or to job shadow
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See handout:
- quick tips for applying
- upcoming events (on back side)
- a few options for after school
Scholarship meeting in November. Listen to announcements for dates.
***Hand in your parental consent forms ASAP.
These are the pink sheets you received in September.
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Mount Allison Open House - October 18th
Acadia Open House – October 18th or November 8th
UNB Open House - October 19th
St. FX Open House – October 19th
October 24th – UNB Tour (all grade 12s)
Post Secondary Expo (AARAO) – October 22nd
* (parents are invited to WHS October 22nd 7 - 8pm)
UNBSJ Open House: October 26th
NBCC Open House: October 26th or November 2nd
(depending on campus)
Dalhousie: October 19th (Halifax) or Oct. 26th (Truro)
Saint Mary’s Open House – November 2nd
STU Open House: November 2nd
Holland College: November 8th and February 1st
Over 40 different schools and programs
Occurs on October 22nd during am classes
Come prepared with questions (see “guiding questions for talking to college and university representatives” sheet on our website for examples
See list of post secondary schools coming on our website
think about which schools, trades, etc. you are looking at and go find out what you want to know
Use time to visit several booths
Collect and save view books and contact info
*be respectful
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Parents are invited to WHS from 7-8pm on October 22nd to see the same expo.
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October 24th for all potential grads.
Use the tour as a tool to help learn information
Represent CNHS!
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Fill out your form, your choice of whichfaculty to visit, get it signed and return to your __________ teacher ASAP!
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