Post Secondary Planning
By Student Services
Overview
Post Secondary Options
Researching Post Secondary Pathways
College and University Application Information
Financial Planning Information
Resources
Have your teen complete the Self Interest Surveys on MyBlueprint to learn about
his or her interests
Check your teen’s diploma status
Use www.collegeoftrades.ca , www.ontariocolleges.ca, or
www.electronicinfo.ca, to research post-secondary programs
Check the job projection forecastswww.jobbank.gc.ca/explorecareers.do
Apply for your postsecondary program(s)
The
Planning
Process
Accessing MyBlueprint From Home
Go to www.louisearbourss.ca
Click
on icon
MyBlueprintParent Account
Click to set
up an
account
Creating a Parent Account
Select
Louise
Arbour
S.S.
Creating a Parent Account
Click for
Parent
Account
Select
Grade
Range
Creating a Parent Account
Complete sign
up and link to a
student
Completing Surveys
Teen completes the 5
surveys and can
match results to:
occupations and
post-secondary
programs
Have your teen complete the Self Interest Surveys on MyBlueprint to learn about
his or her interests
Check your teen’s diploma status
Use www.collegeoftrades.ca , www.ontariocolleges.ca, or
www.electronicinfo.ca, to research post-secondary programs
Check the job projection forecastswww.jobbank.gc.ca/explorecareers.do
Apply for your postsecondary program(s)
The
Planning
Process
Check Your Teen’s Credit Status
Using myBlueprint…
Go to
‘Official
High School
Plan’
Have your teen complete the Self Interest Surveys on MyBlueprint to learn about
his or her interests
Check your teen’s diploma status
Use www.collegeoftrades.ca , www.ontariocolleges.ca, or
www.electronicinfo.ca, to research post-secondary programs
Check the job projection forecastswww.jobbank.gc.ca/explorecareers.do
Apply for your postsecondary program(s)
The
Planning
Process
Apprenticeship VS. College VS. UniversityAPPRENTICESHIP COLLEGE UNIVERSITY
TYPE OF
EDUCATIONAL
EXPERIENCE
On the job & hands-on
training for
occupation (90%)
Specialized training
for particular
occupations
Theoretical &
academic
educational
experience
WHAT DO YOU
GET?
Certificate of:
Apprenticeship OR
Qualification
Certificate
Diploma
Degree
Degree
HOW LONG
DOES IT TAKE?
2-5 years 1 year….....certificate
2-3 years...diploma
4 years…...degree
3 to 4 years
HOW MANY ARE
THERE IN
ONTARIO?
Over 150 trades 28 21
Types of Apprenticeships Four Sectors
1. Construction sector: plumber, 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
College Research
www.ontariocolleges.ca
College/Program Search
Search by:
keyword
college
Search by:
category
College Program
Filter
Search
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
Double click for more
information
Search by:
• University
• Program
• keyword
University Program Search
Visit for specific program
or university information
Have your teen complete the Self Interest Surveys on MyBlueprint to learn about
his or her interests
Check your teen’s diploma status
Use www.collegeoftrades.ca , www.ontariocolleges.ca, or
www.electronicinfo.ca, to research post-secondary programs
Check the job projection forecastswww.jobbank.gc.ca/explorecareers.do
Apply for your postsecondary program(s)
The
Planning
Process
Do your Research …Job Projectionswww.jobbank.gc.ca/explorecareers.do
Have your teen complete the Self Interest Surveys on MyBlueprint to learn about
his or her interests
Check your teen’s diploma status
Use www.collegeoftrades.ca , www.ontariocolleges.ca, or
www.electronicinfo.ca, to research post-secondary programs
Check the job projection forecastswww.jobbank.gc.ca/explorecareers.do
Apply for your postsecondary program(s)
The
Planning
Process
College ApplicationIf 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
Create an account
College Application Information
• Final Day to Apply for Equal Consideration: February 1, 2019
• 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
University Application
www.ouac.on.ca
University Applicationwww.ouac.on.ca/ouac-101/
Important
Dates
How to Apply
click on
“Tutorials”
University Application Information
• Deadline to apply for equal consideration: January 16, 2019
• Cost: $150 for 3 university/program choices…$50 for each additional university/program with a maximum of 3 program choices at any 1 university
• PIN is needed to apply Pick up from the Guidance Office
Back up planning
Use www.ontransfer.ca to see how you can move between
programs and schools
College & University Grade Downloads
• November 2018: Schools send Credit Histories & Demographics
• February 2019: Semester 1 final marks are sent
• April 2019: Semester 2 mid-term marks are sent
• July 2019: Semester 2 final marks are sent
• February 2019 – April 2019: Conditional offers of admission
• June: Confirmation of acceptance
Financial PlanningCosts Involved in Attending College or University:
Estimated Yearly Average Cost:
TuitionCollege $4500University $9500
Books/Supplies $1500
College $6500University $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): borrow money through the Ontario government loan program (www.osap.gov.on.ca)
Presentation in the spring
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.electronicinfo.ca
• www.ontariocolleges.ca
• www.peelschools.org (click on students and then scholarships)
Accessing Scholarship Information from the Louise Arbour S.S. Site
Call Guidance
Office at extension
410 for report
password
Resources For You
Resources For You
Questions?