Program Description

Co-operative Education is a planned learning experience for which credits are earned, that integrates classroom theory and learning experiences in a community placement, to enable students to apply, expand and refine knowledge and skills.

The knowledge and skills of the in-school course are applied in a practical work environment.  Such experiences assist students in preparing for future careers and making successful transitions to post-secondary education, apprenticeship programs, or to the workplace. 

  Application Process

All students who apply for Co-operative Education must participate in an application process.  This process provides students and parents/guardians with information to decide whether the program will meet an individual’s educational goals.  Applications are available in the Guidance Office.  Interviews are mandatory.

    Co-operative Education experiences include:

Ø       a personalized placement learning plan (PPLP) based on course curriculum expectations.

Ø       credit delivery (2, 3 or 4 credits in a semester)

Ø       pre-placement instruction and orientation (including health and safety preparation)

Ø       provision for Workplace Safety Insurance Board coverage

Ø       regular monitoring at the Co-op placement by the co-operative education teacher

Ø       integration of classroom and workplace learning

Ø       reflective/integrative learning classes

Ø       student assessment

updated March 22, 2010