Career Path

For more information:

Greg Firth

Department Head of  Career Path

(905)846-7124 ext 72164

greg.firth@dpcdsb.org

The Career Path Program in the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is a 4-year program for students with specific learning needs in literacy and mathematical literacy with a focus on school-to-work transitions and workplace preparation.

School-Work Transition Options:

1.  Entry Level Job Opportunities in:   

• Business Support Services
• Communications Industry
• Construction Industry
• Horticulture and Landscaping Industry                                                     
• Hospitality
• Personal Care Services
• Retail Sales Support
• Tourism
• Transportation Industry

2.  Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)

            http://oyap.com

3.  College Vocational Program

• GeorgeBrownCollege - http://www.georgebrown.ca/A101-2016-2017/
• Northern College - http://www.northernc.on.ca/college-vocational-certificate/

The curriculum offered is based on the Locally Developed Compulsory Credit courses, Open level courses and workplace preparation. 

Our goal for the Career Path Program consists of 3 important components:

Ø    Students will be provided with opportunities for academic success.  Students are encouraged to participate in extra-curricular activities and/or volunteer for Christ-centered activities.

Ø    Students will be working towards the Ontario Secondary School Certificate upon completion of the 4-year program. 

Ø    Students will develop specific skills that will lead to a relevant and successful work experience.  Upon completion of this 4-year program, it is our hope that all students will have gained the knowledge, skills, and experience for employment.

Definition of a Credit

A credit is granted in recognition of the successful completion of the curriculum expectations for a course.  Refer to the Course Summary Chart on the last page for the allocation of credits.

Students shall receive an Ontario Secondary School Certificate upon completion of a minimum of 14 credits distributed as follows: 

2 credits in English

1 credit in Mathematics

1 credit in Science

1 credit in Canadian Geography or History

1 credit in Physical and Health Education

1 credit in Arts or Technological Education

7 elective credits

Locally Developed Compulsory Credit Courses (LV/LW):  These coursesare designed to meet the educational needs not met by the provincial curriculum.  These courses also reflect the developmental progression of learning expectations across the grades, provide for concept continuity for students who may have gaps in their learning, and make interconnections between subject-area learning and skills in literacy and mathematical literacy.  The learner is central to the LDCC Courses.  These courses build in literacy and mathematical literacy, the Essential Skills, and recognize the importance of concept continuity – meeting the learners where they are and moving them forward. Also central to the development is the pathway to Workplace Preparation courses and beyond. 

Open Courses (O):  These coursesare designed to prepare students for further study in certain subjects and to enrich their education generallly.  Open courses comprise a set of expectations that are appropriate for all students.

Workplace Courses (E):  Workplace preparation courses are designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need for direct entry into the workplace or for admission to apprenticeship programs and other training programs offered in the community. The range and content of the courses offered will allow students to prepare for a variety of jobs, training programs, and careers. Teaching and learning will emphasize workplace applications of the course content, but will also explore the theoretical material that underlies these practical applications.  Workplace preparation courses will be based on rigorous provincial curriculum expectations and will emphasize the development of generic employment skills, as well as independent research and learning skills.

THE ARTS

Visual Arts, Grade 9, Open                                                                                                 AVI1OW

This course offers an overview of visual arts. Students will become familiar with the elements and principles of design and the expressive qualities of various materials through working with a range of materials, processes, techniques, and styles.

Dramatic Arts , Grade 9 Open                                                                                               ADA10W

This course offers an overview of dramatic arts. This course emphasizes the active exploration of dramatic forms and techniques, using material from a wide range of authors, genres, and cultures.  Students will construct, discuss, perform, and analyze drama, and then reflect on the experiences to develop an understanding of themselves, the art form, and the world around them.

                                                        BUSINESS STUDIES

Introduction to Information Technology in Business, Grade 10, Open                              BTT2OW

This course introduces students to the use of information technology in a business environment. Students will learn how to use information technology in a work environment, perform electronic research, communicate electronically, and use common business software. They will also explore possible future occupations in information technology.

                                                                   ENGLISH 

English, Locally Developed Compulsory Credit Course, Grade 9 and 10               ENG1LV/W

This course provides foundational literacy and communication skills to prepare students for success in school, their daily lives, and in the workplace.  In grade 9, students work through units 1-5, and in grade 10, they continue with units 6-10, Students may earn a ½ credit in English each year.  The course develops listening and talking skills, reading and viewing skills, and writing skills. The focus is on developing foundational literacy skills and on using language clearly and accurately in a variety of authentic contexts.

English, Locally Developed Compulsory Credit Course, Grade 11 and 12         

ENG2LV/W

This course allows students to continue to focus on extending their literacy and communication skills to prepare for success in school, their daily lives, and in the workplace. This course emphasizes the process-based development of skills in talking, listening, reading, viewing, and writing, helping students to extend their abilities as effective communicators who can articulate Catholic beliefs. Considerable importance is also placed on the continued development of students’ skills in thinking reflectively, critically, and creatively. Through the interaction, dialogue, and activities in this course, students are called upon to live their faith through caring service to others, thus bearing witness to their membership in a Christ-centred community.

GUIDANCE AND CAREER EDUCATION

Learning Strategies: Skills for Success in Secondary School, Grade 9 Open           GLE1OW

This course explores learning strategies and helps students become better, more independent learners while increasing their personal management skills, both in school and in other contexts. Students will learn how to develop and apply a range of strategies to improve their learning and achievement, particularly their literacy, numeracy, communication, and planning skills. This course will increase students’ confidence, motivation, and ability to learn.

Discovering the Workplace, Grade 10 Open                                                   

GLD2OW

This course provides students with opportunities to discover and develop the workplace Essential Skills and work habits required to be successfully employed. Students will develop an understanding of work through practical hands-on experiences in the school and in the community, using real workplace materials. They investigate occupations of interest through experiential opportunities (e.g., worksite visits, hearing guest speakers, job shadowing, work experience, simulations, and entrepreneurial projects). This course helps students make plans for continued learning and work.

Cooperative Education, Grade 11 and 12, Open                                            

COP30W/40W

Cooperative education courses include a classroom component, comprising pre-placement and integration activities, and a placement component.  Students earn 4 cooperative education credits by integrating classroom theory with planned learning experiences in the community to achieve learning based on the curriculum expectations of the related course.  Placements should provide students with challenging opportunities to apply and extend their knowledge, and to practise and refine the skills acquired in the related course.  In addition, students will be able to demonstrate their achievement of placement expectations that reflect current workplace practices and standards.

The placement provides students with sufficient time and opportunity in any given work place for satisfactory skill development, career exploration, and personal growth.

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Healthy Active Living Education, Grade 9, Open                                                                    

PPL1OM/F

This course emphasizes regular participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that promote lifelong healthy active living. Students will learn movement skills and principles, ways to improve personal fitness and physical competence, and safety and injury prevention. They will investigate issues related to healthy sexuality and the use and abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs, and will participate in activities designed to develop goal-setting, communication, and social skills.

Healthy Active Living Education, Grade 10, Open                                          

PPL2OM/F

This course emphasizes regular participation in a variety of enjoyable physical activities that promote lifelong healthy active living. Through the achievement of the Ministry and the Ontario Catholic School Graduate expectations the student will apply movement principles to refine skills; participate in a variety of activities that enhance personal competence, fitness, and health; examine issues related to healthy sexuality, healthy eating, substance use and abuse; and apply informed decision-making, conflict resolution, and social skills in making personal choices.

                                                           MATHEMATICS

Mathematics, Locally Developed Compulsory Credit Course, Grade 9 and 10             MAT1LV/W

This course emphasizes further development of mathematical knowledge and skills to prepare students for success in their everyday lives.  This course is a modified course of study delivered over 220 hours.  Students may earn a ½ credit in math each year. The course is organized by three strands related to money sense, measurement, and proportional reasoning.  In all strands, the focus is on developing and consolidating key foundational mathematical concepts and skills by solving authentic, everyday problems. 

Mathematics, Locally Developed Compulsory Credit Course, Grade 11 and 12           MAT2LV/W

This course emphasizes the extension of mathematical knowledge and skills to prepare students for success in school, their everyday lives, and the workplace.  This course is a modified course of study delivered over 220 hours.    The course is organized by three major strands related to money sense, measurement, and proportional reasoning. In all strands, the focus is on strengthening and extending key foundational mathematical concepts and skills by solving authentic, everyday problems

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Be With Me, Grade 9, Open                                    

HRE1OW

The grade 9 Theology program examines what it means to be a follower of Christ and to live out the faith that the Catholic community professes in the creed.  Using the Beatitudes as a foundation, it explores the actions that characterize a Christian life.  Students are encouraged to understand and nurture within themselves the virtues that will enable them to deepen their relationship with God, in and through Christ in the context of spirit filled community.

Christ and Culture, Grade 10, Open                                                                     

HRE2OW

This course examines the relationship between the person and message of Christ and the dominant attitudes of contemporary culture. Central to this course is the sacramental nature of Jesus and through His incarnation, the sacramentality of the Catholic Church, persons, and all of creation. Beginning with students’ own life experiences, seen in light of the Gospel narratives, students acquire a deeper and more systematic knowledge of Christ, his message, and his Church. Connections between the Church and contemporary culture are explored in terms of what it means to be a responsible adolescent developing as a member of a Catholic, Christian community while living within the context of a secular society.

Faith and Culture, Grade 11, Open                                                                        

HRE3OW

This course introduces students to the range and diversity of world religions, and examines how systems of belief affect individual lives and social relationships. Students learn about a variety of religious beliefs, teachings, traditions, and practices. Through this discovery students develop their awareness of the place of religion in the lives of their neighbours as well as a more authentic understanding and a deeper commitment to their own faith tradition. This course helps break down misconceptions and prejudices regarding the other religious traditions. Students develop skills used in researching and investigating topics related to world religions.

Church and Culture, Grade 12 Open                                                                                    

HRE4OW

This course assists students in their development of the skills and knowledge necessary to live lives of full maturity. Within the Catholic faith tradition it is believed that this growth towards human maturity is best served when students are able to define themselves authentically in relation to their God, to other people and to their world. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the prophetic tradition in Scripture, become familiar with the social teachings of the Catholic Church, explore contemporary notions of spirituality and prayer, and recognize the importance, power and potential of the human person in relation to morality and personal choices concerning future life paths.

                                                        SCIENCE                     

Science, Locally Developed Compulsory Credit Course, Grade 9 and 10                    SNC1LV/W

This course emphasizes reinforcing and strengthening science-related knowledge and skills, including scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and the relationship between science, society, and the environment, to prepare students for success in school, everyday life, and in the workplace.  This course is a modified course of study delivered over 220 hours in the two years, with a ½ a credit each year. Students explore a range of topics, including science in daily life, properties of common materials, life-sustaining processes in simple and complex organisms, and electrical circuits.  Students also have the opportunity to extend mathematical and scientific process skills and to continue developing their skills in reading, writing, and oral language through relevant and practical science activities.

SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES

Individual and Family Living, Grade 10 Open                               

HIF2OW

This course explores the challenges faced by all people: how to meet basic needs, how to relate to others, how to manage resources, and how to become responsible members of society.  Students will acquire knowledge and skills that are needed to make the transition to adulthood.  Teachers will instruct students in developing interpersonal, decision-making, and practical skills related to daily life. Students will explore the functioning of families and the diversities

found among families and within society.                             

TECHNOLOGICAL EDUCATION

Exploring the World of Technology, Grade 9, Open                                                 

TIJ10W

This course enables students to further explore and develop technological knowledge and skills introduced in the elementary science and technology program. Students will be given the opportunity to design and create products and/or provide services related to the various technological areas or industries, working with a variety of tools, equipment, and software commonly used in industry. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues, and will begin to explore secondary and postsecondary education and training pathways leading to careers in technology-related fields

Construction Technology, Grade 10, Open                                                     

TCJ2OW

This course introduces students to building materials and processes through opportunities to design and build various construction projects. Students will learn to create and read working drawings; become familiar with common construction materials, components, and processes; and perform a variety of fabrication, assembly, and finishing operations. They will use a variety of hand and power tools and apply knowledge of imperial and metric systems of measurement, as appropriate. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the industry

 Construction Technology, Grade11 and 12, Workplace                   

TCJ3E/4EW                               

This course enables students to develop technical knowledge and skills related to carpentry, masonry, electrical systems, heating and cooling, and plumbing for residential construction. Students will gain hands on experience using a variety of materials, processes, tools, and equipment to design, lay out, and build projects. They will create and read technical drawings, learn construction terminology, interpret building codes and regulations, and apply mathematical skills as they develop construction projects. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and explore postsecondary and career opportunities in the field.

 Hairstyling and Aesthetics , Grade 10, Open                                                

TXJ20W

This course presents hairstyling, make-up, and nail care techniques from a salon/spa perspective. Through a variety of school and community-based activities, students learn fundamental skills in hairstyling, giving manicures and facials and providing hair/scalp analyses, and treatments. Students also consider related environmental and societal issues and explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the field of hairstyling and aesthetics

Hairstyling and Aesthetics, Grade 11 and 12,  Workplace                                             TXJ3E/4EW

This course enables students to develop knowledge and skills in cosmetology and offers a variety of applications that will equip students to provide services for a diverse clientele. Students identify trends in the hairstyling and aesthetics industry, learn about related health and safety laws, and expand their communication and interpersonal skills through interactions with peers and clients. Students consider environmental and societal issues related to the industry and acquire a more detailed knowledge of apprenticeships and direct entry work positions.

 Hospitality and Tourism, grade 11 and 12, Workplace

TFH3E/4EW

This course enables students to acquire knowledge and skills related to the food and beverage services sector of the tourism industry. Students will learn how to prepare, present, and serve food using a variety of tools and equipment and will develop an understanding of the fundamentals of providing high quality service to ensure customer satisfaction and the components of running a successful event or activity. Students will develop an awareness of health and safety practices, environmental and societal issues, and career opportunities in the food and beverage services sector

Transportation and Service Technology, Grade 10, Open                                           TTJ20W

This course introduces students to the service and maintenance of vehicles, aircraft, and/or watercraft. Students will develop knowledge and skills related to the construction and operation of vehicle/craft systems and learn maintenance and repair techniques. Student projects may include the construction of a self-propelled vehicle or craft, engine service, tire/wheel service, electrical/battery service, and proper body care. Students will develop an awareness of related environmental and societal issues and will explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the transportation industry

Transportation Technology, Grade 11 and 12,  Workplace                                                    TTJ3E/4EW

This course introduces students to the servicing, repair, and maintenance of vehicles through practical applications. The course is appropriate for all students as a general interest course to prepare them for future vehicle operation, care, and maintenance or for entry into an apprenticeship in the motive power trades. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to transportation and will learn about careers in the transportation industry and the skills and training required for them