District Programs
There are a number of programs available throughout the District. Please check out the following information.
Youth Train in Trades
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Youth Train in Trades
For more information on each of these opportunities, please check out https://careered.sd35.bc.ca |
Youth Work in Trades
What it is?
Award criteria:
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Most Popular Trades for Youth in BC
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Work and Volunteer Experience (WAVE)
What
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- An elective course that students complete outside of school hours at an employer’s place of business. Students work, volunteer or job shadow in an entry-level capacity. WAVE students will earn credits and gain experience in the industry of their choice.
- Complete up to two courses outside of school in an area of interest
- Gain work or volunteer experience in almost any industry/occupation
- Work with a new employer or continue where the student is already working/volunteering
- Have a smoother transition from school to work
- Complete WAVE on weekends, evenings, school holidays and breaks
- Learn job search strategies with the support of a WAVE teacher and Career Advisor
- Be in grade 10-12
- Have parent/guardian permission
- Be prepared to work/volunteer 80-170 hours
- Complete WAVE Student Guides
- Complete a WAVE registration form with your Career Advisor
Early Childhood Education
What
What
- Students can earn post-secondary credits towards a university program
- Students complete course requirement to become an Early Childhood Education Assistant and earn post-secondary credits towards the Early Childhood Education Certificate
- Learn skills and gain experience
- Earn high school and post-secondary credits at the same time
- Pay no tuition (for eligible high school students)
- Grade 12 students
- Intention to graduate
- Genuine interest in pursuing post-secondary education
- Commitment to learning the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to do well in the field
- ECE program starts in September 2023
- Location depends on the program, see program pages for more information
- Contact your school’s Career Advisor for more information and/or to apply