Nelson Mandela High School Complementary Registration Guide 2016 2017 (January 2016 Edition)
Table of Contents English Language Learners (ELL) 4 International Students 4 Complementary Courses International Languages French 5 Spanish 5 Punjabi 6 German 6 Fine Arts Programs Art (Visual) 7 Band 7 Choral Music 7 Choir 8 Creative Writing and Publishing 8 Dance 8 Drama 9 Entrepreneurial Artist 9 Film/Drama 9 Film Studies 9 Instrumental Music 10 Musical Theatre 10 Technical Theatre 10 Career & Technology Studies (CTS) Health and Wellness Registration Guide Animation 11 Aviation 12 CALM 12 Commercial Foods 12 Community Care Services 13 Computing Science 13 Design Studies 13 Early Learning & Child Care 13 Electro Technologies 14 Energy & Environmental Innovation 14 Enterprise and Innovation 14 Fashion Technology 15 Financial Management 15 2
Information Processing 15 Legal Studies 15 Management & Marketing 16 Networking 16 Petroleum Engineering 16 Photography 16 Physical Education 17 Pre Engineering/Robotics 17 Psychology 17 Software Application 17 Sports Medicine 18 Sports Performance 18 Supply Chain 18 Tourism 18 Web Design 19 Yoga 19 Advanced Placement (AP) Courses 20 Recommended Sequence for AP Courses AP Courses Work Experience, RAP and Green Certificate 24 3
English Language Learners (ELL) ELL students may be required to take an English Language Proficiency Test upon arrival to class in order to determine their language proficiency level. The focus of all levels is to develop English communication skills, both oral and written. Besides the English language component, Canadian Studies and Culture are also taught. Going to the next level is dependent upon the student s competency at mastering the language requirements for advancement. Other courses will be included in a student s timetable. However, we will try to tailor each timetable to reflect the individual student s situation. International Students International students are welcomed to Nelson Mandela High School to pursue credits in courses to continue their high school academic requirements or to improve their English language efficiency. For more information, please visit the following link: https://sites.google.com/a/educbe.ca/global-learning/website-builder Complementary Courses Note: All complementary courses at NMHS will be offered based on student interest, enrolment and school resources. International Languages French 10 Spanish 10 Punjabi 10 German 10 French 20 Spanish 20 Punjabi 20 German 20 French 30 Spanish 30 Punjabi 30 German 30 Note Any student with prior language experience will need to meet with the Language teacher to get a recommendation for placement. 4
French 10, 20, 30 Credits: 5 each Successful completion of preceding course for 20 and 30 These courses are for you if you have little or no prior experience. You will develop your ability to: Understand simple sentences; simple familiar and unfamiliar short texts. Produce short texts in a variety of topics providing some details to support the main point with guidance. Make requests and suggestions in a variety of situations. Inquire about others views; state and support your point of view. Initiate and participate in casual exchanges with classmates. Spanish 10, 20, 30 Credits: 5 each Successful completion of preceding course for 20 and 30 These courses are for you if you have little or no prior experience. You will develop your ability to: Understand simple sentences; simple familiar and unfamiliar short texts. Produce short texts in a variety of topics providing some details to support the main point with guidance. Make requests and suggestions in a variety of situations. Inquire about others views; state and support your point of view. Initiate and participate in casual exchanges with classmates. 5
Punjabi 10, 20, 30 Credits: 5 each Successful completion of preceding course for 20 and 30 These courses are for you if you have little or no prior experience. You will develop your ability to: Understand simple sentences; simple familiar and unfamiliar short texts. Produce short texts in a variety of topics providing some details to support the main point with guidance. Make requests and suggestions in a variety of situations. Inquire about others views; state and support your point of view. Initiate and participate in casual exchanges with classmates. German 10, 20, 30 Credits: 5 each Successful completion of preceding course for 20 and 30 These courses are for you if you have little or no prior experience. You will develop your ability to: Understand simple sentences; simple familiar and unfamiliar short texts. Produce short texts in a variety of topics providing some details to support the main point with guidance. Make requests and suggestions in a variety of situations. Inquire about others views; state and support your point of view. 6
Fine Arts Programs Studying Fine Arts helps develop the interests and talents that shape who we are as individuals. In addition, participation in the arts can develop employability skills such as improvisation, commitment, organization and problem solving. Enhance your experience in high school by adding some Fine Arts courses and accessing our beautiful new Fine Arts spaces. We envision that some of you will be able to highlight many of your talents by completing the CBE Fine and Performing Arts Certificate. Art 10, 20, 30 Credits: 3, 4, or 5 each for Art 10 and 20; 5 for Art 30 level; successful completion of preceding levels for higher levels Practice and refine drawing, sketching, and composition skills and techniques. Extend knowledge and familiarity of design elements and principles to develop personal style in two and three dimensional images. Use art criticism to analyse and evaluate your work and the work of others. At higher levels investigate technology s impact on the artist s intentions and production; question sources of images that are personally relevant. Band 15, 25, 35 Credits: 3 or 5 each Prerequisites and Co-requisites: 15-level co-requisite is Instrumental Music 10 25-level prerequisite recommended is Band 15 and co-requisite is Instrumental Music 20 35-level recommended prerequisite is Band 25 and co-requisite is Instrumental Music 30 Apply personal practice strategies in an ensemble setting. Interpret select music creatively and critically. Rehearse repertoire and perform publicly with a large group or ensemble. Explore and apply elements of quality performance and performance etiquette. Choral Music 10, 20, 30 Credits: 3 or 5 each for 10 and 20 levels; 5 credits for 30-level level successful completion of previous levels for 20 and 30 levels Explore vocal technique, literacy, sight singing, musicianship, and history. Focus on choral ensemble skills, individual development of singing tone, musical literacy, and skills related to pitch and rhythm. Develop your musical skills in a challenging and encouraging environment. 7
Choir 15, 25, 35 Credits: 3 or 5 each Prerequisites and Co-requisites: 15-level: co-requisite is Music 10 25-level: successful completion of 15-level and co-requisite is Music 20 35-level: successful completion of 25-level and co-requisite is Music 30 Apply and extend personal practice strategies in a choir. Rehearse repertoire and perform publicly in a choir. Explore and apply elements of quality performance and performance etiquette. Creative Writing and Publishing 15, 25, 35 Credits: 3 or 5 None for 15-level Successfully complete preceding levels for 25 and 35 courses Create original texts. Collaborate with peers and the writing community. Understand and evaluate creative writing markets and the submission process. Manage the publication process. Learn more link to Unique Opportunities and Off-campus Education on the CBE website. Note the Junior Achievement Entrepreneurial Artist program is an Off-campus Education opportunity that develops your ability to apply financial literacy and business skills to a specific arts discipline this may be of interest to writers. Dance 15, 25, 35 Credits: 3 or 5 each None for 15-level Successful completion of preceding level for 25 and 35 levels Enrolment without a prerequisite is permitted with the teacher s recommendation and principal s permission. Improve creative expression, self-discipline, body awareness, motor coordination, and all aspects of physical fitness such as strength, endurance, balance, agility, Think creatively and express thoughts and feelings in physical forms. May include jazz, funk, hip hop, tap, modern / contemporary, creative, ethno cultural (including but not limited to African, Indo-Asian, Celtic ), choreography, and dance history. Develop confidence and stage presence through performance opportunities during the courses. Note Dance 15 is the prerequisite for Contemporary Dance 25 and Jazz Dance 25 *All dance classes have a performance element. Dances learned in class will be presented at school shows, where dancers have the opportunity to learn and demonstrate all the elements of a rehearsed and polished performance. 8
Drama 20, 30 Credits: 5 each Successful completion of the preceding courses for 20 and 30 Develop performance and technical skills in eight dramatic disciplines (movement, speech, improvisation, acting, theatre studies, technical theatre design, playwriting and directing). Develop your creativity and work with others to bring dramatic situations to life and become more confident in yourself and in collaboration. Demonstrate increased sophistication and refinement of skills as you advance. Entrepreneurial Artist Credits: 6-8 For Grade 11 and/or 12 students only Discover how being an artist is connected with entrepreneurship while being inspired by professional artists. Develop your ability to apply financial literacy and business skills to your arts discipline. Credentials available: Students who complete the Entrepreneurial Artist and have achieved 40 credits in Fine Arts will achieve the Calgary Board of Education Fine Arts Certificate. Film/Drama 10 Credits: 6-8 None Multidisciplinary experience that will cultivate your writing, directing, acting and technical skills through the lens of film making. Develop your creativity and work with others to bring dramatic situations to life and become more confident in yourself and in collaboration. In Grades 11 and 12, you will have the opportunity personalize your learning in writing, acting, directing and/or editing. Film Studies 25, 35 Credits: 5 each None Interpret critically the social, historical, and cultural factors in film. Develop an understanding of the filmmaking process and the film industry. Explore and assess the literary, dramatic and cinematic aspects of film. Create original films in order to express yourself for a variety of audiences and purposes. 9
Instrumental Music 10, 20, 30 Successful completion of the preceding courses for 20 and 30 Apply personal practice strategies in a smaller vocal and/or instrumental ensemble setting. Rehearse repertoire and perform publicly with a small group or ensemble. Explore and apply elements of quality performance and performance etiquette. Note for flexibility this course may be offered for a choral or instrumental ensemble; credits can only be earned once. Musical Theatre 15, 25, 35 Credits: 5 each 15-level a co-requisite of one or more 10 or 15 level Performing Arts Course(s) 25 and 35 levels require successful completion of the previous level Provide an interactive environment of integrated study in dance, drama, technical theatre and vocal music for students who seek the challenge of working through the creative process to performance. Develop fundamental skills and discipline to become a proficient performer and artist in musical theatre. Evaluate and effectively reflect on your personal work and the work of your peers in live theatre production. *All levels of Musical Theatre will require performance participation; there will be after school rehearsals and mandatory evening commitments during show performance week. This will provide actors with the opportunity to learn and understand all the elements of a rehearsed and polished performance including costume, technical components and a live audience. Technical Theatre 15, 25, 35 Credits: 3 or 5 each None for 15 25 and 35 levels require successful completion of the previous level Offer you an opportunity to explore and experience the skills necessary to realize a theatrical and public performance. Develop and demonstrate competencies in sound, lighting, set, costume, properties, make-up, and stage management. Explore career opportunities by connecting with professional theatre communities. 10
Career & Technology Studies (CTS) /Health and Wellness Registration Guide Animation Credits: 5 None You will be introduced to a variety of animation techniques where the focus is on planning, key framing, stage set-up, and production, used to create a moving picture. Explore the evolution of various animation styles and techniques to apply planning, idea development and storytelling techniques to create an effective animation which tells a story. 11
Aviation 10, 20, 30 Credits: 5 You will be exposed to dynamic and multifaceted learning opportunities in aviation including flight training, maintenance and avionics. Exposure to aircraft systems, advanced metrology, GPS, safety management along with practice in a state of the art flight simulator will allow students to experience takeoff and landing in airports across North America and in various weather conditions. Air aircraft maintenance including the basic modification and repair of structural components, skins, panels as well as aviation electronics (avionics) will be a foundational component of the program. In Grades 11 and 12, students have the opportunity to personalize their experience in flight training, air craft maintenance and/or avionics. CALM Credits: 3 REQUIRED COURSE None Apply an understanding of the emotional, psychological, intellectual, social, spiritual, and physical dimensions of health. Learn responsible financial decision-making to reflect your values and goals and to demonstrate commitment to self and others. Apply strategies to manage your wellness and lifelong career development. Learn online at many high schools. Commercial Foods 10, 20, 30 Develop the skills needed to work in a commercial kitchen. Kitchen leadership skills, safe and sanitary food handling practices based on industry standards will continue to be emphasized. Course contains theory and practical assessment components. Credentials available: Cook period 1 Apprentice; Baker Apprentice 12
Community Care Services 20, 30 Understand the needs and care of diverse members of a community. Experience volunteering and develop skills to provide services in community-based organizations in a variety of settings. Credentials available: Level 1 - Early Learning and Child Care Assistant. Computing Science 10, 20, 30 Use mathematical concepts to explore, design, build and test computer programs using a variety of languages which may include Java, C++, C#, Alice and/or Visual Basic. AP Computer Science A available at select schools. Credentials available: Alberta universities accept 5 credits in Computer Science Advanced as a 30-level science requirement. Design Studies 10, 20, 30. Learn about the creative process from conception through to development in architecture, industrial design, engineering, interior design and landscaping. Demonstrate your design abilities with programs, such as AutoCad, Google Sketch Up, Inventor, 3D Studio Max, Revit and/or Maya. Early Learning and Child Care 20, 30 None for 20 30 require successful completion of the previous level Investigate the roles and responsibilities of a child care worker, and develop communication, observation and skills for guiding behaviour. Develop skills to assist in promoting the social-emotional and creative development with children from birth to age 6. Students also will examine the development of learning through play. Students will also plan for the health, safety and well-being of children in child care programs. Credentials available: Child Development Assistant Certificate. 13
Electro Technologies 10, 20, 30 Learn about the design, development, testing, production, service, repair and operation of electrical and electronic equipment and systems. Learn to provide technical support and services of electrical and electronic equipment. Learn to use software for programmed control of robotic systems. Control robotic movements, use sensors, and develop simulation applications. Are often taught within a multi cluster program. Energy and Environmental Innovation Credits: 5 None Become innovative change-makers in both your community and future industries. You will be exposed to a range of issues, skills and technologies in fields related to: o oil and gas development in Alberta, transitions to alternative and renewable energies, climate change, local food and urban agriculture production, community development and urban planning Water and waste management, wildlife and biodiversity habitat conservation, sustainable architecture, stewardship of protected lands, water and waste management. The interactive lab setting allows you to take care of various gardens, living walls and fish tanks while also working on habitat construction; water, soil and core-rock testing and building design processes. Enterprise and Innovation 10, 20, 30 Draw upon your entrepreneurial spirit and learn how to create, analyze, finance, market, create and manage a business venture. The Entrepreneurial Artist program develops your ability to apply financial literacy and business skills to your arts discipline. The Entrepreneurial Trades program develops your ability to apply financial literacy and business skills to a trade. Learn more visit Unique Opportunities and Off-campus Education for a detailed description of the Entrepreneurial Artist Program. 14
Fashion and Technology 10, 20, 30 Design, manufacture, and market clothing and other textile products, as well as study the history, sociology and economics of clothing and textile arts. Dual Credit Available: you may earn Dual Credits while attending Olds College Fashion Institute in Calgary. Learn more visit Unique Opportunities and Off-campus Education on the CBE website. Financial Management 10, 20, 30 Learn about personal financial literacy and general accounting principles. Explore small businesses and venture planning. Information Processing 10, 20, 30 Become proficient with the use MS Office applications and keyboarding. Credentials available: Microsoft Certified Application Specialist. Legal Studies 10, 20, 30 Workplace and consumer law. Focus on basic rights and responsibilities and legal issues relating to personal relationships. Explore the legal relationship between government and the citizen with an emphasis on property law, dispute resolution, small business law, controversy and change, and criminal law. 15
Management and Marketing 10, 20, 30 Explore basic management concepts and describe retail merchandising strategies of value to the retail employee, manager and/or owner. Learn about e-commerce, marketing and communication strategies. Networking 10, 20, 30 Learn about Information Technology (IT) and networking with a focus on the design and maintenance of computer hardware and networks. Credentials available: CompuTIA+ and CompuTIA Network+ and Focus on Information Technology (FIT). Petroleum Engineering Credits: 5 None Gain experience and foundational knowledge in oil and gas field operations. You will receive an overview of exploration, discovery, fluid, characteristics, well and field operations and hazards, basic instrumentation, and basic economics. Photography 10, 20, 30 None Learn camera techniques so you can take effectively and creative photographs using the combination of shutter speed, aperture and ISO, which make up the photographic triangle. Expand photographic concepts through the use of various lenses and the application of depth of field. Learn to enhance photographs using Photoshop to improve image composition. 16
Physical Education 20, 30 Credits: 3, 4, or 5 each courses of choice Engage in more activities that promote lifelong physical activity. Connect and engage with lifelong active living and wellness. Pre Engineering/Robotics 10, 20, 30 Multidisciplinary and dynamic innovative program that will provide you practical hands-on experience in interactive technical lab environments complimented with virtual online simulations. Investigate fundamental engineering concepts including, CAD Design, automation, robotics electrical, pneumatic and mechanical control systems. Learn to design, construct and control robots and robotic systems. In Grades 11 and 12, you will have your opportunity to personalize your learning in Engineering and/or Robotics. Psychology 20, 30 Credits: 3 For 20 level successful completion of Social 10-1 or 10-2 For 30 level successful completion of 20 level Gain a broad understanding of the many topics of study in psychology, including learning and thinking, conflicts and disorders, as well as career opportunities. Software Applications Credits 5 none In an independent and teacher facilitated environment, students have the opportunity to extend their learning in a variety of software technologies to meet their learning needs. Potential examples may include but are not restricted to Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Audition, Muse), Autodesk Suite (AutoCad, 3D Studio Max, Maya, Revit, SketchBook Pro), MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access), ComicLife. 17
Sports Medicine 10, 20, 30 This CTS course of study includes a detailed introduction to anatomy (bones, muscles and joints) and their relation to sport. Students will be required to complete volunteer service hours. Sports Performance 10, 20, 30 With the increasing demands on sports today, this course will focus on the development of an individual s fitness as it relates to improving performance in sport. Topics of study include: aerobic training, strength training, flexibility training, agility training, power training, speed training, nutrition, hydration and goal setting. Supply Chain 10, 20, 30 Learn foundational skills related to managing people, products and systems. Learn problem-solving skills to strategically manage movement of goods, services, and finances. Explore one of the fastest growing industries locally, nationally and globally. Tourism 10, 20, 30 Explore the impact of tourism in Alberta and around the world. Develop knowledge and skills required in various aspects of the hospitality and tourism industry. Develop management, organization, and communication skills related to leadership roles in tourism. 18
Web Design 10, 20, 30 Explore the web languages of HTML and CSS and learn to create websites. Learn to add functionality to create dynamic websites through the use of JavaScript. Use full range of the Adobe Suite to enhance images and websites. Yoga 15, 25, 35 None for 15 25/35 require successful completion of the previous level The program is designed to allow students to experience the benefits of increased flexibility, strength, focus and concentration. Through continued practice, students will relieve stress, learn relaxation techniques, and experience the health benefits of a yoga practice. More advanced postures (asanas) and breathing techniques (pranayama) will be introduced in 25/25 level. Will study alignment, anatomy, and physiology of the physical postures and learn to build complimentary sequences. 19
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses Advanced Placement (AP) is one high school route for university preparation, providing enriched and challenging academic courses that parallel and expand on the material covered in Alberta Education curricula. These courses are designed to help you develop good academic habits: analytical reasoning skills and disciplined study. AP provides the flexibility to take one or more courses depending on your interests. Successful completion of AP examinations can lead to obtaining credit for some first year university courses. In addition to the AP exams, you are still required to write the Alberta Diploma Examinations in January or June. Students must purchase any required AP materials and pay a fee to write each AP exam in May. For more information on AP courses and university credits visit: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/ap/intad/intad_canada.html Recommended Sequence for AP Courses ELA 10 Honours ELA 20-1 Honours ELA 20-1 AP ELA 30-1 AP ELA 35 Math 10 Honours Math 20-1 Honours Math 20-1 AP Math 30-1 AP Math 31/35 Science 10 Honours Biology 20 Honours Chemstry 20 Honours Physics 20 Honours AP Biology 30/35 AP Chemistry 30/35 AP Physics 30/35 Social 10 Honours Social 20-1 Honours Social 20-1 AP Social Studies 30/35 Note You will need to request to take AP courses offered in grade 11/12 and have a recommendation from your teacher. 20
English 20 Honours - 5 credits Semester II grade 11 This challenging course covers the English 20-1 Program of Studies, but in more depth and breadth. English 20 AP is designed to provide a stimulating challenge for academically oriented students who are passionate about the English Language Arts. Students in this course will experience advanced level text selection, assignments, and expectations. English 10-1 and teacher recommendation. AP English 30/35-8 credits Full year grade 12 This challenging course covers the same Program of Studies as English 30-1, but does so in more depth and breadth. This is a course designed to provide challenges for academically oriented students who have a real passion about the English Language Arts. Students in this course expect and experience advanced level text selection, assignments, and expectations. English 20 Pre-AP or with a teacher recommendation in English 20-1. Math 20-1 Honours - 5 credits Semester II grade 11 This course is designed for Math 10C students continuing in the Advanced Placement program and challenges strong Math 10C students. All students require recommendations from their Math 10 teacher. Students will cover the content of Math 20-1 at a more rigorous and theoretical level, as well as enriched topics. Students must demonstrate a strong mastery of math skills and a high level of motivation and responsibility. Math 10C and teacher recommendation. AP Math 30-1/31/35-10 credits Full year grade 12 This course is designed for Math 20-1 Pre AP students continuing into the AP program. All students require a recommendation from their Math 20-1 teacher. Students will cover the content of Math 30-1 at a more rigorous and theoretical level, as well as enriched topics. Students must demonstrate a strong mastery of math skills and a high level of motivation and responsibility. Math 20 Pre-AP or Math 20-1 with a teacher recommendation. Advanced Placement Calculus develops the student s understanding of the concepts of calculus and provides experience with its methods and applications. This course is designed to cover all the outcomes needed to complete the Alberta curriculum requirements of Math 31 and the Advance Placement requirements to challenge the Calculus AB final exam. The course emphasizes a multi-representational approach to calculus, with concepts, results and problems being expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. The connections among these representations are also important. The course is intended to be challenging and demanding. Themes include derivatives, integrals, limits, approximation, and application and modeling. Students take this course once they have completed Math 30-1 AP. AP Biology 20/30/35-13 credits This course is designed so that the student completes Biology 20 Honours and the 30/35 AP courses in one full year. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be granted credit in Biology 20, Biology 30 and Biology 35 AP. The aim of the Biology AP program is to offer more depth in the core units of study and includes expanded electives. The program covers the following topics: molecules and cells, 21
heredity and evolution, and organisms and populations. Students are required to do lab work that supports the theoretical side of this course. Science 10 and Math 10C and teacher recommendation. Chemistry 20 Honours - 5 credits Chemistry 20 Honours is an enriched program that covers the regular Chemistry 20 curriculum and selected outcomes from the AP curriculum. There is an emphasis on lab skills, inquiry, and higher learning. This course lays the foundation for further study in Chem 30/35 AP. Science 10 and Math 10C and teacher recommendation. AP Chemistry 30/35-8 credits This full year course includes the regular Chemistry 30 curriculum as well as the content from the AP curriculum. The topics are at an advanced level and there is a significant lab component. Students write an AP exam in May and the diploma exam in June. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be granted credit in Chemistry 30 and Chemistry 35 AP. Chemistry 20 Honours or Exemplary in Chemistry 20 and teacher recommendation. AP Physics 30/35-8 credits This full year course includes the regular Physics 30 curriculum as well as the content from the AP curriculum. The topics are at an advanced level and there is a significant lab component. Students write an AP exam in May and the diploma exam in June. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be granted credit in Physics 30 and Physics 35 AP. Physics 20 Honours or Exemplary in Physics 20 and teacher recommendation. Social Studies 20 Honours - 5 credits Social Studies 20 Honours is an enriched program that covers the regular Social 20 curriculum and selected outcomes from the AP curriculum. This course lays foundation for further study in Social Studies 30/35 AP. Social 10 Honours or Social 10 and teacher recommendation. AP Social Studies 30/35-8 credits Students compare and contrast political institutions and processes across six countries (Great Britain, Mexico, Russia, Iran, China, and Nigeria) and analyze and interpret data to derive generalizations. Social Studies 20 Honours or Exemplary in Social Studies 20 and teacher recommendation. 22
AP Computer Science 30 Students who are enrolled in Computer Science 30 will also have the opportunity to write the Computer Science AP exam. AP Art 30/35 Students who are enrolled in Art 30 will also have the opportunity to enrich their learning though AP Studio Art Drawing / AP Studio Art 2-D design / AP Studio Art 3-D design. 23
Work Experience, RAP and Green Certificate Work Experience 15/25/35 (up to 30 credits) HCS 3000 Work experience allows students to gain practical knowledge, enhance their skills, confirm career decisions, and form attitudes that will assist them in their transitions from school to the world of work. Students in grade 10, 11 and 12 can enroll. The prerequisite course HCS 3000 (Workplace Safety Systems) must be completed before any offcampus education credits will be awarded. Existing part-time jobs may be eligible as a work experience placement provided the student can demonstrate new learning is occurring. Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) (up to 40 credits) HCS 3000 The Registered Apprenticeship Program is an excellent opportunity for students who know they want to enter a trade to earn while you learn. This program usually begins during the summer after the grade 10 school year. The student selects a trade and is placed into a 125 hour work experience (5 credits) which serves as a probationary period. Successful students are then indentured and can earn up to 40 Registered Apprentice credits toward graduation. The student s timetable is adjusted to accommodate the RAP program. By graduation the student can have completed the hours needed for the first year of an apprenticeship and be ready to apply for the training weeks at a post-secondary institution. Green Certificate Program (16 possible credits) AGR 3000 The green Certificate program is a apprenticeship-style training program serving the agricultural industry. There are four areas of specialization: 1. Cow-calf, Feedlot, Sheep, Swine, Dairy 2. Field Crop, Irrigated Crops 3. Beekeeping 4. Equine *Note Additional information is available from the Off Campus Education Coordinator. All of the above require special programming, planning and timetabling. *Note Students will need Prerequisite CTS credits before moving to a higher levels. *NOTE All levels of Sports Performance are extremely rigorous and physically demanding courses and should only be requested by students desiring high performance levels of physical fitness. 24