OFF-CAMPUS EDUCATION PROGRAMS

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1 Registered Apprenticeship Programs Health Internship Program Pharmacy Assistant Program Green Certificate Discovery Program OFF-CAMPUS EDUCATION PROGRAMS Off-Campus Education Programs-Year Round Education Opportunities Off-campus education provides opportunities for high school students to explore and expand their career interests, skills and knowledge related to work and other life roles. Students work in paid jobs or unpaid (volunteer) jobs, where work-related activities take place outside the school classroom environment, subject to worksite approval by an Off Campus Teacher. Students can earn credits year round during weekends, after school, in the summer and during school breaks (i.e. semester breaks and exam periods, Christmas and Easter breaks). All students in any off-campus education program must complete HCS 3000, a workplace safety course and sign a work experience contract. Only hours worked between 7:00 am and 10:00 pm may be counted for credit. All worksites must be approved by an Off Campus Teacher and meet CSSD Standards. Registered Apprenticeship Programs (Summer and Year Round) Registered Apprenticeship is on-the-job training under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson who is a journeyman. Trades are regulated by the province of Alberta and there are over 50 compulsory and optional trade certifications. Alberta Trade Secrets has the complete list of all trades available and the steps required to become an apprentice. Students and employers report that apprenticeship has a number of advantages including: Hands-on, up-to-date training. Opportunities to earn while you learn. The promise of a good career. Students work in many areas and hold many apprentice positions such as cook, welder, mechanic, auto body technician, painter, electrician, refrigeration technician or plumber. There are over 40 trades where a student can start an apprenticeship. To enter the Registered Apprenticeship program: Students may arrange their own job and enter the RAP program immediately.

2 Students who cannot arrange a job may apply to Careers Next Generation where a placement may be found. Applications for RAP are taken year round and are available through your Off Campus Teacher. Careers Next Generation website is This program is promoted in the Spring of each school year. Meet with the off campus teacher-room B115. Register and complete HCS Students, parents, employers and the School Board sign a work experience contract. Student must register with the Alberta Apprenticeship Board and employer must consent to training the student as an apprentice. Hand in signed time sheets on a weekly basis. Eligible for up to 75 Credits, 35 Work Experience Credits and 40 RAP Credits. 40 RAP Credits can be used towards fulfilling your Alberta Diploma requirements. 20 WE credits can be used towards fulfilling your Alberta Diploma requirements. Registered Apprenticeship Credits Students can register in up to eight RAP courses in a trade. Alberta Education has assigned each trade a specific course number. A detailed listing of each trade credit is available at Each RAP course involves 125 hours of on-the-job learning and is worth 5 credits. A RAP student can earn as many as 1000-hours RAP credits (40 high school credits) toward an apprenticeship while still in school. These hours will count towards a student s time requirement for the apprenticeship board. Evaluation of Off Campus Students The Off-Campus Work Experience Teacher will visit the work site regularly to establish communication between all parties and monitor student progress. Evaluation is done by the Employer and the Work Experience Teacher. The number of evaluations will depend on the number of credits earned. Formal evaluations are usually completed after 125 working hours. Student Responsibilities A. Job Etiquette It is critical that the employer receive as much notice as possible about absences. It is necessary to also inform your Off-Campus Teachers of work absences. If for any reason the job is terminated by a student (the worker), it is proper to give the employer notice of intention (at least a week). Do not make any comments about your place of employment on any social networking site. Do not take any pictures or make any recordings at work for

3 any reason as this could lead to privacy violations and or other legal infractions otherwise unforeseen. Keep your private life private separate from work. B. Talk to Employer (Supervisor or Manager) Ask if they will be willing to participate in the Work Experience program. Inform them that it does not require more than what the supervisor already does: o Supervise you. o Keep track of your hours. o Evaluate your work. Wages are at the discretion of the employer and are negotiated by you and the employer. WE can be paid or unpaid. Work Experience Teachers advocate and support that the student continues to be paid if this has already been agreed upon already the case. C. Time Sheets Time sheets are provided to you by an assigned work experience teacher. It is your responsibility to fill them out. Time sheets must be signed by the employer and returned to the Work Experience Teacher weekly. D. Talk to (communicate with) the Work Experience Teacher Check your messages on D2L regularly. or call WE teacher in case of emergency. Discuss workplace issues and careers. E. Safety Knowledge (Critical information needed for any job) What should you do if you are injured on the job? o Seek medical assistance. o Report your injury to you employer. o Report your injury to your Work Experience Teacher. o Fill out the necessary Workman s Compensation forms. F. Prerequisite Course for all Off Campus Programs - HSC 3000 HSC 3000-Workplace Safety Systems (Mandatory) Students gain the attitudes, knowledge and skills related to workplace health and safety and examine relevant legislation required in the workplace. Students will describe and explain workplace health and safety management systems and recognize and incorporate hazard identification, assessment and control.

4 Upon completion each student will receive one 35 level high school credit. Students receiving a grade of 70% or greater will receive an embossed certificate of achievement from Job Safety Skills Alberta. Students will receive a certificate and wallet card certifying them as having Basic Workplace Safety knowledge. All students are encouraged to take HCS 3000 upon entry to high school. This course is a prerequisite to all Off Campus programs. Methods to complete HSC 3000 If not working, online through a computer course using D2L. Register with your Work Experience Teacher. If working, online through St Anne Academic Centre with your Work Experience Teacher in Room B115. In written modular format (upon request). Time Line for Completion This prerequisite course should be finished within four weeks. G. Recommended Prerequisite Courses for RAP Students - HSC 3000 & 3010 HSC Workplace Safety Practices (Optional) Students explore workplace safety principles and practices, and apply these principles and practices to a variety of contexts. Students will define and explain the differences between accidents and incidents and explain causation, describe the principles and practices of workplace health and safety; e.g., control, pre-personal protection equipment (PPES), Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems (WHMIS) and demonstrate an understanding of standards/legislated practices associated with workplace safety. Upon completion each student will receive one 35 level high school credit. Students receiving a grade of 70% or greater will receive a second embossed certificate of achievement from Job Safety Skills Alberta. Method to complete HSC 3010 Online through a computer course using Alberta Distance Learning Website and Register through your counsellor. Time Line for Completion/Prerequisites This prerequisite course is HCS 3000 and it must be finished prior to registering for HCS H. Prerequisite Course for all Students working in Agriculture - AGR 3000 (Mandatory) & HSC 3000 (Optional) AGR3000: AGRICULTURE SAFETY Students recognize and assess the hazards and manage the risks of working in agriculture. Students will identify and describe potential hazards found in the agricultural area, examine and demonstrate standards/practices associated with agricultural health and safety and be able to identify and demonstrate methods for dealing with potential hazards in the agricultural area.

5 Upon completion each student will receive one 35 level high school credit. Students receiving a grade of 70% or greater will receive a second or third embossed certificate of achievement from Job Safety Skills Alberta. Method to complete AGR 3000 Online through a computer course using Alberta Distance Learning Website and Register through your counselor. Time Line for Completion/Prerequsites This prerequisite course is HCS 3000 and it must be finished prior to registering for AGR I. Other Recommended Course CTR 1010 Job Preparation Students learn practical steps in job preparation and career planning that focuses on topics such as Career Planning, Job Search Skills, Resume Writing, Completing Job Applications, Job Interviews, OHS, WHMIS, Workers Compensation Act and Employment Standards. This course is available to any high school student. Upon completion each student will receive one 15 level high school credit. Methods to complete CTR 1010 Online through a computer course using D2L. Register through counseling. In written modular format (upon request). Online through a computer course using Alberta Distance Learning Website and Register through St Anne s Academic Centre. In written modular format (upon request). Time Line for Completion