PLANS FOR AFTER MHSS
POST SECONDARY
SCHOOL
The Durham District School Board acknowledges that many Indigenous
Nations have longstanding relationships, both historic and modern, with
the territories upon which our school board and schools are
located. Today, this area is home to many Indigenous peoples from across
Turtle Island (North America). We acknowledge that the Durham Region
forms a part of the traditional and treaty territory of the Mississaugas of
Scugog Island First Nation, the Mississauga Peoples and the treaty
territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation. It is on
these ancestral and treaty lands that we teach, learn and live.
AGENDA
Apprenticeship
College Application
University Application
Financing Your Education
Road To the Skilled TradesEverything you need to know about starting an
Apprenticeship in High School
ApprenticeshipNext Exit
Why a Skilled Trade?
Ontario College of Trades, 2015
Why a Skilled Trade?
• The average annual salary for a skilled trades person is 25% higher than the average Canadian wage ($50,000 vs. $40,000)
• The average apprenticeship lasts between 2-5 years with 80% of the training done on the job while being PAID.
• A certified journeyperson’s starting salary average is approximately $52,000 while a University graduate’s starting salary average is about $45,000
• One in five new jobs in the province is expected to be in the skilled trades.
What is an apprenticeship?
Apprenticeship Sectors
Regulated Trades in Ontario
156 REGULATED TRADES IN ONTARIO
22*COMPULSORY
TRADES
134 VOLUNTARY TRADES
* Workers in compulsory construction trades must be certified or registered as an apprentice in order to work in Ontario
Pathways to the Trades
Three ways to OYAP!
• All students taking Co-op in a Skilled Trade
• Any Student taking Co-op in a skilled trade who registers as an apprentice with the Ministry of Training
• All students taking an Accelerated OYAP Level ONE program
Regional Accelerated OYAP
• In partnership with surrounding boards: DDSB, DCDSB, KPRDSB, PVNCCDSB, TLDSB
• Exit program in semester 2 of grade 12
• Students receive part 1 of apprenticeship training through the Training Delivery Agent (i.e. Durham College)
• Students are in Co-op , but also
earning credits in apprenticeship training
Regional Accelerated Programs 2018
• Cook/Chef – Durham College • Child Development Practitioner (ECE) – Durham
College• Electrician – Durham College • General Carpentry – Fleming College• General Carpentry – Local 27 ** not dual credit• Hairstylist – Durham District School Board • Industrial Mechanic Millwright• Motive Power (AST) – Durham College • Plumbing – Durham College • Welding – Durham College
Program Structure: Electrician
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Durham College, WhitbySkilled Trades Centre
10 am – 5 pm
Cooperative Education Placement
Cooperative Education Placement
Cooperative Education Placement
Durham College, WhitbySkilled Trades Centre
10 am – 5 pm
SEMESTER TWO
Materials/Resources
• Textbooks
• Chef Coat/Pants/ Shop coats/ safety glasses
• Apprentices tool kit
• For hairstyling and cooks – some materials provided
• Students are responsible for their safety boots and transportation. Bursaries are available.
Applying for Accelerated OYAP
DUE APRIL 30th!!!• Complete a semester in your trade of choice (optional)• Fill out an OYAP application with your Co-op
Department in the spring• Attend an interview at the D.D.S.B. with an industry
expertIF ACCEPTED• Secure an employer to apprentice with for your OYAP
semester• Sign your Training Agreement with M.T.C.U.• Attend classes at the College or School during your
OYAP semester
Cost of Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship Grant
Apprenticeship Completion Grant
• Apprenticeship Completion + pass final trade
licence exam = $2,000
For apprentices in “Red-Seal Trades”
College & University
Application
COLLEGE
www.ontariocolleges.ca
$95 for 5 Program Choices Non-refundable
Payable with Credit Card or Online Banking
Maximum 3 programs at one school
EQUAL CONSIDERATION DATE: FEBRUARY 1, 2018
COLLEGE
All programs require Grade 12 English
Many require Grade 12 Math
Some require Grade 11 and 12 Sciences
Some require 4 – 8 grade 11 or 12 C/M/U courses
Some may require an Entrance Test or Portfolio
All Grade 11 & 12 marks may count
Students must accept offers by May 1, 2018
All offers are conditional upon final grades
UNIVERSITY
www.electronicinfo.ca
www.ouac.ca
$150 for three Program Choices
$50 each additional choice or change of selection (Non-refundable)
Max 3 Programs per school
EQUAL CONSIDERATION DATE: JANUARY 17, 2018
UNIVERSITY
Top 6 Grade 12 U or M level courses (including prereq.) are used for admission
(grade 11 marks may be used for early acceptance)
All programs require ENG4U1 Some may require up to 4 other courses
Some may limit the number of M level courses
Students must accept offers by June 1, 2018
All offers are conditional upon final grades
Application Seminars
Guidance will be hosting College and University Application Seminars University Application Seminar November 16 @ 2pm
Student will received his/her OUAC PIN Number
College Application Seminar November 22 @ 2pm
College Applicants can apply anytime (Instructions are available in Guidance)
Counsellors are available to meet with students and parents to discuss post-secondary plans Appointments can be booked in the guidance department
Career Centre/Guidance Computer Lab is available everyday after school for application assistance
OUT OF PROVINCE SCHOOLS
• Within Canada
www.studyincanada.com
• USA
www.collegeboard.org www.actstudent.org www.commonapp.org
• The NCAA has strict academic rules that must be followed to play and receive scholarship please see Mr Johnston for more information
• Abroad
Studyandgoabroad.com
Note: To ensure all information can be accurately completed please ensure guidance is notified a minimum of 2 weeks prior to application deadline.
ANSWERS TO ALL THOSE QUESTIONS
Financing Your Education
College University
Tuition
$3,600- $13,000
Varies per program
Residence: same
Meal Plan: same
Other:
Away from home
Total: $16,000
Tuition $7,000-15,000
Varies per program
Residence: $7,000-11,000
Meals: $2,500-4,500
Away from home
Total: $22,000-25,000
The cost
Ways to finance your education
1. Family
2. Personal Savings
3. Scholarships
4. Bursaries
5. Awards
6. Ontario Student Assistant Program
7. Work Study
8. Bank Loan
What is a Scholarship or Bursary
Scholarship A scholarship is a sum of money or other aid
granted to a student, because of merit, need, etc., to pursue his or her studies.
Bursary A bursary is a monetary award that is granted on
the basis of financial need.
Neither need to be paid back
Types of Scholarships
Institutions
Scholarships by Institutions
Most universities offer two types:ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS Based on final high school grades (starting at 80%) Amounts and requirement vary greatly among schools
Do not require an applicationCheck to see if they are renewable
NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS Based on marks (90% or higher) and extra-curricular activities Often must be nominated by school and apply For, Queens, Western & U of T see guidance ASAP
For information on these visit the institution’s website or call the financial aid office
National Scholarship Breakdown
University of Toronto The National Book Awards
must be nominated by High school
first week of November
The National and Arbor Scholarships Students who excel academically and are well round
May apply as a direct applicant
Fill out form for UTAPS – U o T gives more money out for financial need than scholarships
National Scholarship Breakdown
Queens University Chancellor's Scholarship QUARMS- Accelerated Route to Med School
High School Nominated 90+ cumulative
Chernoff Family Award Dr. Irish May Marsh Memorial Award Bank of Montreal Award
Needs based awards, 90+
Superior academic ability, creative and original thinking,proven leadership qualities and financial need
$36,000 - $60,000
Must apply to University by November 15Due date: December 1
National Scholarship Breakdown
University of Western Ontario President’s Entrance Scholarships
5 @ $65,000 Faculty Entrance Scholarships
15 @ $30 000 Beryl Ivey Continuing Entrance Award
1 @ $65,000
To be eligible you must have at least a 90% average for all12U/M classes and attend main campus
School Nomination required – 4 candidates per school
Applications are due Feb 14
National Scholarship Breakdown
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Due March 3, 2018
• Chancellor’s Scholarshipo $36,000
• President’s Scholarshipo $30 000
• Founders Scholarshipo $24,000
• First Robotics Canada Scholarshipo $12, 000
Entrance Scholarship Breakdown
McMaster University
Scholarships are granted based
on final high school grades. They
are as follows:
95% + $2,500
90% - 94.99% $1000
85% - 89.99% $750
80% - 84.99% $500
Awards are usually renewable in the second year of study provided
students remain full-time (approximately 80%) sessional average.
University Grades Amount $ per year
U of T 92% + $2000 – free tuition
Queens 90% + $2000 - $6000
Western 88% + $1000 - $ 2500
Trent
95% +
90 - 94.9%
85 – 89.9%
80 – 84.9%
$3000 x 4 years
$2500 x 4 years
$1500 x 4 years
$1000 x 4 years
UOIT
95% +
90 - 94.9%
85 - 89.9-%
$4000
$3000
$2000
Entrance Awards
Bursaries by Institutions
Based on financial needs
Applications are required to disclose financial situation
(personal savings, family support, government assistance)
Colleges
Do not usually give entrance awards
Tend to give awards based on performance in program while attending
Top 2 per program
Bursaries
Garfield Weston Scholarship for Colleges-Community Service
Due March 2018
Garfield Weston Trade Scholarships
Ontario Sports Scholarships
High Level Athletes should contact coaches at the institutions where they wish to apply
College Scholarships vary from school to school but generally are $500 to $1500 per year Must maintain a 2.5 GPA (65%) while at College
University Scholarships can be as high as $4000 per year Must have at least an 80% admission average
Must maintain at least 70% average at school
Private Scholarships
Private Scholarships can be found in multiple placesEmployers Clubs Organizations
Guidance is sent private scholarships throughout the year so student are encourage to check in regularly
Require an application package to be considered
Loran Awards
National Award
Minimum of 85% average
Leadership, Character, Service - extensive
Sponsored applicants October 18
Direct Applicants October 25
Schulich Leader Scholarships
Creating the next generation of technology innovators
50 scholarships are awarded each year 25 for engineering and 25 for science, technology or mathematics
Only 1 nomination per school is permitted
Selection Criteria: Academic Excellence
Leadership
Financial Need
Entrepreneurial Minded in Technology, Innovation, Engineering and Scientific Research
Popular Private Scholarships
TD Bank
Royal Bank
Wendy’s
Terry Fox Humanitarian Award
Toyota Earth Day
Miller Thompson
Teletoon Animation Scholarships
Commencement Awards
Awards are for students that demonstrate an excellence in their field.
Awards may be given for academics and/or extra-curricular involvement
Some require you to apply while others are determined by department.
Applications available in May from Guidance, for graduating students
Ontario Student Assistant Program
OSAP is made up of grants and no payment interest free loans while you are in school full-time
It is issued and evaluated by the Ontario Government based off of family/personal income
Money is issued yearly through loans and grants
You may need to start paying back your OSAP loan 6 months after your study period ends
OSAP APPLICATION
You may begin your application in grade 12 to receive an estimate value
Actual Values are determined when offers of admissions are confirmed
The OSAP website (osap.gov.on.ca) provides a number of resources such as a OSAP Aid estimator, Repayment Calculator and helpful tips
Money is not granted until September after you have enrolled in school
OSAP Changes for 2017-2018
Free tuition for eligible students
OSAP will cover the cost of college or
university tuition if: your parents earn $50,000 or less per year, and
you’re going to study full-time
Students may still earn grants up to a Parental Income of approximately $170,000
Many students from middle and lower income families will receive grants that exceed the value of their tuition.
Ontario First Generation Bursary
Aid for post-secondary students who are in financial need, and attending a publicly funded university or college. Parents must NOT have done full or part-time studies anywhere in the world.
Value - $1,000 – 3,500
Contact the financial aid office of the school that you will be attending
You meet the financial need criteria defined by your school.
Student Loans/Line of Credits
Banks offer student Loans or a Line of Credit
Students must make monthly payments
Most students will require a co-signer
Interest rates and payments are usually at a discounted rate
Work Study Program
Work study program based on financial need
Helps to offset School costs
Jobs offered are generally in the Library, Athletic Centre, research assistant & maintenance
Jobs are posted through the financial aid department
Where to begin?
You should begin your search at:
www.yconic.ca
www.scholarshipscanada.com
www.canlearn.ca
www.electronicinfo.ca
osap.gov.on.ca
The Big Ideas
Start Early – Research Scholarships
Get Involved – take on a leadership roles
Study Past Winners
Aim for Scholarships that Match your Profile
Find a Mentor - who will constructively criticize
The Details
Know the Scholarship Requirements Academic and Financial Its best to look for local companies and organizations that you have
connection with
Complete the Application Early Have someone review your application before submission
Research the sponsor, its values and morals
Be yourself and make the profile come to life
Take a Chance
TIPS
Start researching now
Prepare material in advance
Compile a list of all activities
(trophies, medals, certificate, photos)
Contact people to be your Reference
(Try to choose people from different areas)
Check local businesses you patronize
Check clubs, organizations, employers
References
Usually 1 Academic and 1 Community
They should know you well
Ask Early!!!
Tell them what you are applying to
Make sure they are reachable
Be honest, don’t use family or friends
Apply for Financial Aid
Some stipulate you must try to get assistance even if you don’t qualify
Apply to the financial aid offices for awards or bursaries, or fill out on line applications
They can’t give you money if they don’t know about you
Continue to apply in second, third and fourth year
Sometimes there is money for special projects like exchanges, or research trips
Questions
University or College Applications
Scholarships