CANADIAN Postsecondary GINFORMATION PATHWAYS 101 NINGINFORMATION PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE EVENING Alexander Mackenzie Guidance March 18, 2019
Pathways: Apprenticeship/OYAP World of Work/Volunteer/Gap Year College/University University/College
Four Stages of Planning (Individual Pathway Plan IPP) 1 WHO AM I? Grade 9 2 WHAT ARE MY OPPORTUNITIES? Grade 10 3 WHO DO I WANT TO BECOME? Grade 11 4 WHAT IS MY PLAN FOR ACHIEVING MY GOALS? Grade 12
Who am I? Identify your key characteristics (strengths, interests, hobbies, talent, personality, values, skills, work habits). Reflect on how these characteristics direct your thoughts and actions, and how these affect your relationships, development as a learner, education and career choices. Identify factors that have shaped who you are and who you want to become.
Educational Choices University/College College/University Trades & Apprenticeships Gap Year/Work/Travel
Top Seven Skills Employers are looking for (www.workopolis.com)
Global Competencies / Transferable Skills Be intentional with your time Stay humble and work hard Success is about people not plans http://www.edugains.ca/newsite/aer/global_c Training/education is key ompetencies.html Take risks Give others credit Establish and Maintain work-life balance http://www.edugains.ca/newsite/aer/global_competencies.html
Why attend a post-secondary institution? Employment skills and attitudes Employment rates Job satisfaction Transferable skills Personal development
Pathways in Ontario Mathematics 9 MPM 1D1 Principles of Mathematics Academic Recommended > 70% in Grade 8 Math MFM 1P1 Foundations of Mathematics Applied 50% - 70% in Grade 8 Math MAT 1L1 Grade 9 Essential Mathematics Essentials If less than 50% in Grade 8 Math 10 MPM 2D1 Principles of Mathematics Academic MFM 2P1 Foundations of Mathematics Applied MAT 2L1 Grade 10 Essential Mathematics Essentials 11 MCR 3U1 Functions University Recommended > 75% in Grade 10 Academic MCF 3M1 Functions and Applications University/College Recommended > 85% in Grade 10 Applied MBF 3C1 Foundations for College Mathematics College MEL 3E1 Mathematics for Work and Everyday Life Workplace 12 MCV 4U1 Calculus and Vectors University MHF 4U1 Advanced Functions University MDM 4U1 Mathematics of Data Management University MCT 4C1 Mathematics for College Technology College MAP 4C1 Foundations for College Mathematics College MEL 4E1 Mathematics for Work and Everyday Life Workplace To graduate, a student must have at least 3 credits in mathematics, with one of the credits being at the senior (grade 11 or 12) level.
Ontario Colleges (26 schools) Algonquin - Nepean Cambrian - Sudbury Canadaro North Bay Centennial - Toronto College Boreal - Sudbury Conestoga - Kitchener Confederation Thunder Bay Durham -Oshawa Fanshawe - London Fleming Peterborough George Brown Toronto Georgian Barrie Humber - Toronto La Cite Ottawa Lambton Sarnia Loyalist - Belleville Mohawk Hamilton Niagara Welland Northern Timmins St. Clair Windsor St. Lawrence Kingston Sault Sault Ste. Marie Seneca North York/Toronto Sheridan - Oarkville www.ontariocolleges.ca
Ontario Universities (21 Schools) Algoma Brock Carleton Guelph Lakehead Laurentian McMaster Nipissing OCAD Ottawa Queen s RMC Ryerson Toronto Trent Waterloo Western Wilfrid Laurier UOIT Windsor York www.electronicinfo.ca
Different Cities Toronto St. Catharines Ottawa Guelph Thunder Bay Sudbury Hamilton Sault Ste. Marie North Bay Kingston Peterborough Waterloo London Windsor Oshawa
Let s Compare Biomedical Science Biochemical Immunology Molecular Biology of Cancer Gene Expression Critical Appraisal of the Medical Literature Research and Experimental Design Advanced Biochemistry Metabolism and Regulation Systems Biology Senior Thesis Research Project Biomedical Engineering Computational Systems Biology Biomedical Systems Design Economic Analysis and Decision Making Modeling, Dynamics, and Control of Biological Systems Molecular Biophysics Biomechanics Regenerative Medicine Applied Bioinformatics Senior Thesis Research Project
5 Major Disciplines Arts, humanities, social science Pure & applied sciences Engineering Business & commerce Fine & performing arts
Arts, humanities and social science Brings awareness and understanding of the world, people in it and the individual Anthropology Canadian Studies Biology Child Studies Communication Studies Criminology Economics English Environmental Studies Film Geography French Global Politics History Human Rights Law Linguistics Music Philosophy Political Science Religion Sociology Women s Studies Philosophy Global Affairs Psychology Creative Writing Visual Arts Medieval Studies Theatre Studies International Relations Global Economics American Studies Developmental Cognitive Sciences Curatorial Studies Ethics Feminist Theory
What skills will I gain from an Arts, Humanities and Social Science degree? Ability to write in a variety of styles Organize your work and meet deadlines Convey meaning precisely Summarize, argue and debate To think logically Research, select, analyze
Pure and Applied Sciences Passion for discovery, design and to create Actuarial Science Chemistry Physics Biology Animal behaviour Statistics Computer Science Geology Genetics Ecosystems Earth Science Environmental Science Astrophysics Information Systems Neuroscience Medical Sciences Epidemiology Biochemistry Pharmacology Physiology Materials Sciences Mobile computing Algorithms Network computing Biomedical computing Nanoscience Applied Math
What skills will I gain from an Pure and Applied Science degree? Technical writing techniques Critical thinking and analysis Research process Teamwork Peer Leadership
Medical and Health Sciences Explores the biological mechanisms of the human body and the interdisciplinary studies of health and wellness Medical Sciences Nursing Medical Health Informatics Kinesiology Neuroscience Rehabilitation Science Epidemiology Physiotherapy (Masters) Biostatistics Occupational Therapy (Masters) Genetics Communication Sciences Medical Biophysics Global Health Studies Cell Biology Life Sciences Microbiology Nutrition Sciences Immunology Medical Technology Pathology Anatomy Physiology and Pharmacology Sports and Exercise Science
What skills will I gain from a Medical Science or Health Science degree? written and oral the ability to work both independently and in a team effective problem-solving and time management skills research and data analysis skills skills in information technology research, analyse and evaluate health and health-related issues from a multidisciplinary standpoint understand and formulate health-related arguments and contest theories
Business and Commerce Practical application of theory, through the use of case studies, problem-solving tasks, project and team work, internships and placements Accounting Entrepreneurship Finance Information Systems International Business Management Marketing International Marketing and Trade Global Finance Management and Systems Leadership in Organizations Economics Public Relations Market Research
What skills will I gain from a Business/ Commerce Degree? Strong communication skills (oral and written) Analytical and critical thinking Problem solving Decision making Logical thinking Presentation and report writing skills Numeracy Self-motivation, initiative and time management Project and resource management
Engineering Applying the knowledge to design innovative solutions to global challenges Chemical Civil Computer Electrical Engineering Science Industrial Materials Mechanical Mineral Aerospace Agricultural Architectural Bioengineering Biomedical Ceramics Software Construction Management Geological Geotechnical Mechatronics Mining Naval and Marine Nuclear Ocean Petroleum Surveying
What skills will I gain from a Engineering Degree? Project planning Managing time Critical thinking Problem solving Attention to detail Communication and teamwork Numeracy Computer skills Specialization
Fine and Performing Arts creativity used as an outlet of expression that is influenced by culture and creates change Art History Ceramics Drawing Graphic Design Painting Photography Print Media Sculpture Video Music Screen writing Production Dance Cinema and Media Studies Theatre Acting Playwriting Digital Media
What skills will I gain from a Fine and Performing Arts degree? Training in a specific skill Creative problem solving How to learn from criticism How to be objective about your work How to set up a business and entrepreneurship How to develop your own ideas and collaborate with others Openness to new influences and concepts Observational and analytical skills
Professional Programs Programs which provide you with a professional designation or accreditation Kinesiology Education (graduate degree) Engineering Social Work Law (graduate degree) Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy (graduate degrees) Medicine (graduate degrees) Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (graduate degree) Dentistry (graduate degree) Optometry (graduate degree) Pharmacy (graduate degree)
Career Advice Be intentional with your time Stay humble and work hard Success is about people not plans Training/education is key Take risks Give others credit Establish and Maintain work-life balance
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