College Vocational Program (A101)

2022-20232023-2024

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Overview

Program Overview

The College Vocational program is a supportive program that will help you bridge the gap if you have graduated from high school with workplace credits, an Ontario Secondary School Diploma, or an Ontario Secondary School Certificate and are encountering barriers to finding appropriate and meaningful work.

The program offers you career exploration and planning, intrapersonal and interpersonal skills development, workplace communications and math, a range of inventories and self-assessments, as well as preparation for and participation in a work experience placement.

Upon successful completion, you will graduate with an Ontario College Certificate.

Full Description

College Vocational is a job-readiness program designed to meet the unique educational and vocational needs of people who are neurodiverse, or live with a mild intellectual disability. The program is two semesters in length and runs September to April. Intake begins in February of each year for the following September.

  • College Vocational is a supportive program that helps you bridge the gap if you have graduated from high school with predominantly workplace or possibly college credits.
  • The program may be suitable for you if you have an Ontario Secondary School Certificate or Diploma and are encountering barriers to finding appropriate and meaningful work.
  • You will participate in courses focused on career planning, communication and math skills training, digital skills training, and intrapersonal and interpersonal skills enhancement.
  • In collaboration with our community partner, PTP Adult Learning & Employment Programs, you will participate in a range of employment related workshops and a work experience placement.

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Apply key information processing skills to employment and academic contexts.
  2. Apply workplace conventions and practices (policies and procedures, rules, regulations, health and safety laws/guidelines, ethical principles, etc.).
  3. Produce a career pathway plan with associated artifacts.
  4. Use essential literacies, such as communication, numeracy, digital, media, to carry out tasks and responsibilities.
  5. Manage personal and professional growth in employment and academic contexts.

Courses

Required Courses

SEMESTER 1

CodeCourse name
LIFE1015Personal and Professional Dynamics I
COMM1158Communication Skills and Strategies for Life and Work I
PREP1016Transition to Work I
PREP1019Pathways to Work Integrated Learning I
PREP1020Digital Skills for Life and Work I

SEMESTER 2

CodeCourse name
LIFE1016Personal and Professional Dynamics II
COMM1159Communication Skills and Strategies for Life and Work II
PREP1026Transitions to Work II
PREP1029Pathways to Work-Integrated Learning II
PREP1030Digital Skills for Life and Work II
PREP1035Work-Integrated Learning Practicum

Detailed course outlines

Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities

Career Options

While the majority of College Vocational graduates go directly to work, some go on to specialized job training programs, academic upgrading and/or selected college programs.

Tuition and Fees

Domestic Tuition

$3,574.00 *

Additional Costs

*Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2021. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2022 and at later dates.

Financial Assistance

This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.

How to Qualify and Apply

Admission Requirements

Eligible candidates are required to have one of the following:

  • O.S.S.D or
  • Ontario Secondary School Certificate or
  • mature student status (19 years of age or older)

How to Apply and Qualify

  • Submit an application through the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS) at ontariocolleges.ca.
  • Qualified applicants are required to attend a mandatory online intake assessment and interview.

Please note: For information session dates, contact the program co-ordinator in mid-January at: cv@georgebrown.ca

How to Apply

Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.

Student Success

Contact Us

Call the College Vocational program co-ordinator at 416-415-5000, ext. 2503, or email at jdewar@georgebrown.ca.

For more information about George Brown College, call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.

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Book a general campus tour to see the common areas of the campus (i.e., cafeteria, student services, the gym, etc.) or explore our virtual tour.

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College Vocational Program (A101)

2022-20232023-2024

Compare up to 3 programs

Overview

Program Overview

The College Vocational program is an individualized, supportive program that helps bridge the gap for students who have graduated from high school with workplace credits or an Ontario Secondary School Certificate and who are having difficulty finding appropriate and meaningful work. It offers extensive assessment through the use of several vocational tools. In addition, students participate in career planning, communication and life skills training, and a work experience placement.

Full Description

College Vocational is a job-readiness program designed to meet the unique educational and vocational needs of people with mild intellectual disabilities who may not normally consider or qualify for entry into a traditional post-secondary program.

  • It is an individualized, supportive program that helps bridge the gap for students who have graduated from high school with predominantly workplace or possibly college credits.
  • This program may be suitable for students with an Ontario Secondary School Certificate or Diploma who are having difficulty finding appropriate and meaningful work.

Using a cohort model, the program helps students to develop academic, practical and social skills, and offers extensive assessment through the use of several vocational tools.

  • In addition, students participate in career planning, communication and life skills training, and a work experience placement.
  • Students use the computer lab to enhance keyboarding skills and to prepare resumés and cover letters.
  • Students enrolled in this program are eligible for loans and grants.

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Solve routine workplace problems related to employment environments using a variety of systematic approaches.
  2. Perform basic job duties using appropriate equipment, technology and software.
  3. Contribute and maintain appropriate records, logs and reports as required in the workplace.
  4. Work responsibly and effectively within a supervised work environment in accordance with appropriate practices and procedures.
  5. Complete all assigned work in compliance with occupational health and safety law, established policies and procedures, regulations and in accordance with ethical principles.
  6. Develop and use personal and professional strategies and plans to improve professional growth, job performance and work relationships.

Courses

Required Courses

SEMESTER 1

CodeCourse name
LIFE1002Life Skills I
COMM1001Communication Skills I
MATH1001Mathematics Skills I
HLTH1001Fitness I
PREP1003Society and Self
PREP1001Vocational Skills/Assessment

SEMESTER 2

CodeCourse name
LIFE1003Life Skills II
COMM1002Communication Skills II
HLTH1002Fitness II
PREP1002Vocational Skills - Work Placement II

Detailed course outlines

Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities

Your Career

While the majority of College Vocational graduates go directly to work, some go on to specialized job training programs, academic upgrading and/or selected college programs.

Tuition and Fees

Domestic Tuition

$3,581.00 *

Additional Costs

*Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2020. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2021 and at later dates.

Financial Assistance

This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.

How to Qualify and Apply

Admission Requirements

Eligible candidates are required to have one of the following:

  • O.S.S.D or
  • Ontario Secondary School Certificate or
  • Mature Student Status (19 years of age or older)

How to Apply and Qualify

  • Submit an application through the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS) at ontariocolleges.ca
  • Qualified applicants are required to attend a mandatory online intake assessment and interview.

Please note: For information session dates, contact the program co-ordinator in mid-January at: cv@georgebrown.ca

How to Apply

Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges.

Contact Us

Call the College Vocational Program Co-ordinator at 416-415-5000, ext. 2503.

You may also email college.vocational@georgebrown.ca or jdewar@georgebrown.ca.

For more information about George Brown College, call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.

Visit Our Campus

Book a general campus tour to see the common areas of the campus (i.e. cafeteria, student services, the gym, etc.) or explore our virtual tour.

Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.

College Vocational Program (A101)

2022-20232023-2024
  • Program Name:
    College Vocational
  • Code: A101
  • Credential:
    Ontario College Certificate
  • Method of Study:
    Full-time
  • Duration:
    1 year (2 semesters)
  • Centre:
  • School: Immigrant & Transitional Education
  • Location: St. James Campus
  • Starting Months: September
  • Domestic Tuition:
    $3,537.00 *

Compare up to 3 programs

Overview

Program Overview

The College Vocational program is an individualized, supportive program that helps bridge the gap for students who have graduated from high school with workplace credits or an Ontario Secondary School Certificate and who are having difficulty finding appropriate and meaningful work. It offers extensive assessment through the use of several vocational tools. In addition, students participate in career planning, communication and life skills training, and a work experience placement.

Full Description

College Vocational is a job-readiness program designed to meet the unique educational and vocational needs of people with mild intellectual disabilities who may not normally consider or qualify for entry into a traditional post-secondary program.

  • It is an individualized, supportive program that helps bridge the gap for students who have graduated from high school with predominantly workplace or possibly college credits.
  • This program may be suitable for students with an Ontario Secondary School Certificate or Diploma who are having difficulty finding appropriate and meaningful work.

Using a cohort model, the program helps students to develop academic, practical and social skills, and offers extensive assessment through the use of several vocational tools.

  • In addition, students participate in career planning, communication and life skills training, and a work experience placement.
  • Students use the computer lab to enhance keyboarding skills and to prepare résumés and cover letters.
  • Students enrolled in this program are eligible for loans and grants.

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Solve routine workplace problems related to employment environments using a variety of systematic approaches.
  2. Perform basic job duties using appropriate equipment, technology and software.
  3. Contribute and maintain appropriate records, logs and reports as required in the workplace.
  4. Work responsibly and effectively within a supervised work environment in accordance with appropriate practices and procedures.
  5. Complete all assigned work in compliance with occupational health and safety law; established policies and procedures; regulations; and in accordance with ethical principles.
  6. Develop and use personal and professional strategies and plans to improve professional growth, job performance and work relationships.

Courses

Required Courses

SEMESTER 1

semester courses
CodeCourse name
LIFE1002Life Skills I
COMM1001Communication Skills I
MATH1001Mathematics Skills I
HLTH1001Fitness I
PREP1003Society and Self
PREP1001Vocational Skills/Assessment

SEMESTER 2

semester courses
CodeCourse name
LIFE1003Life Skills II
COMM1002Communication Skills II
HLTH1002Fitness II
PREP1002Vocational Skills - Work Placement II

Detailed course outlines

Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities

Your Career

While the majority of College Vocational graduates go directly to work, some go on to specialized job training programs, academic upgrading and/or selected college programs.

Tuition and Fees

Domestic Tuition

$3,537.00 *

Additional Costs

*Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2019. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2020 and at later dates.

Financial Assistance

This program is approved for OSAP funding, provided the applicant meets OSAP eligibility criteria.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.

How to Qualify and Apply

Admission Requirements

Eligible candidates are required to have one of the following:

  • O.S.S.D or
  • Ontario Secondary School Certificate or
  • Mature Student Status (19 years of age or older)

How to Apply and Qualify

  • Submit an application through the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS) at ontariocolleges.ca
  • Qualified applicants are required to attend a mandatory online intake assessment and interview.

Please note: For information session dates, contact the program co-ordinator in mid-January at: cv@georgebrown.ca

How to Apply

Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges

Contact Us

Call the College Vocational Program Co-ordinator at 416-415-5000, ext. 2503.

You may also email college.vocational@georgebrown.ca or jdewar@georgebrown.ca.

For more information about George Brown College, call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.

Visit Our Campus

Book a general campus tour to see the common areas of the campus (i.e. cafeteria, student services, the gym, etc.) or explore our virtual tour.

Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.

College Vocational Program (A101)

2022-20232023-2024
  • Program Name:
    College Vocational
  • Code: A101
  • Credential:
    Ontario College Certificate
  • Method of Study:
    Full-time
  • Duration:
    1 year (2 semesters)
  • Centre:
  • School: Immigrant & Transitional Education
  • Location: St. James Campus
  • Starting Months: September
  • Domestic Tuition:
    $3,789.00 *

Compare up to 3 programs

Overview

Program Overview

The College Vocational program is an individualized, supportive program that helps bridge the gap for students who have graduated from high school with workplace credits or an Ontario Secondary School Certificate and who are having difficulty finding appropriate and meaningful work. It offers extensive assessment through the use of several vocational tools. In addition, students participate in career planning, communication and life skills training, and a work experience placement.

Full Description

College Vocational is a job-readiness program designed to meet the unique educational and vocational needs of people with mild intellectual disabilities who may not normally consider or qualify for entry into a traditional post-secondary program.

  • It is an individualized, supportive program that helps bridge the gap for students who have graduated from high school with predominantly workplace or possibly college credits.
  • This program may be suitable for students with an Ontario Secondary School Certificate or Diploma who are having difficulty finding appropriate and meaningful work.

Using a cohort model, the program helps students to develop academic, practical and social skills, and offers extensive assessment through the use of several vocational tools.

  • In addition, students participate in career planning, communication and life skills training, and a work experience placement.
  • Students use the computer lab to enhance keyboarding skills and to prepare résumés and cover letters.
  • Students enrolled in this program are eligible for loans and grants.

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

  1. Solve routine workplace problems related to employment environments using a variety of systematic approaches.
  2. Perform basic job duties using appropriate equipment, technology and software.
  3. Contribute and maintain appropriate records, logs and reports as required in the workplace.
  4. Work responsibly and effectively within a supervised work environment in accordance with appropriate practices and procedures.
  5. Complete all assigned work in compliance with occupational health and safety law; established policies and procedures; regulations; and in accordance with ethical principles.
  6. Develop and use personal and professional strategies and plans to improve professional growth, job performance and work relationships.

Courses

Required Courses

SEMESTER 1

semester courses
CodeCourse name
LIFE1002Life Skills I
COMM1001Communication Skills I
MATH1001Mathematics Skills I
HLTH1001Fitness I
PREP1003Society and Self
PREP1001Vocational Skills/Assessment

SEMESTER 2

semester courses
CodeCourse name
LIFE1003Life Skills II
COMM1002Communication Skills II
HLTH1002Fitness II
PREP1002Vocational Skills - Work Placement II

Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities

Your Career

While the majority of College Vocational graduates go directly to work, some go on to specialized job training programs, academic upgrading and/or selected college programs.

Tuition and Fees

Domestic Tuition

$3,789.00 *

Additional Costs

*Amounts listed are the total of tuition, materials, student service and ancillary fees for the first two semesters of programs starting in Fall 2018. Fees are subject to change for programs starting in Fall 2019 and at later dates.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this website is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying George Brown College fee requirements.

How to Qualify and Apply

Admission Requirements

Eligible candidates are required to have one of the following:

  • O.S.S.D or
  • Ontario Secondary School Certificate or
  • Mature Student Status (19 years of age or older)

How to Apply and Qualify

  • Submit an application through the Ontario College Application Service (OCAS) at ontariocolleges.ca
  • Qualified applicants are required to attend a mandatory information session, an in-class assessment and a personal interview as part of the intake process.

Please note: For information session dates, contact the program co-ordinator in mid-January at: cv@georgebrown.ca

How to Apply

Apply To

Domestic students should apply through Ontario Colleges

Contact Us

Call the College Vocational Program Co-ordinator at 416-415-5000, ext. 2503.

You may also email college.vocational@georgebrown.ca  or jdewar@georgebrown.ca

For more information about George Brown College, call the Contact Centre at 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.

Visit Our Campus

Book a general campus tour to see the common areas of the campus (i.e. cafeteria, student services, the gym, etc.) or explore our virtual tour.

Sign up and learn more about your options, our programs, and life at George Brown.