This course is designed to facilitate the growth of the individual into a competent college student.  Students will be oriented and integrated into Durham College by visiting and learning how to access various college service/activity areas, resources and supports available to them. Strategies for success at college such as budgeting skills, time management, note-taking skills and test preparation will be discussed.

This course introduces students to concepts that will enable them to maximize their potential as independent learners both at college and in the workplace. Students will participate in a variety of activities that will encourage them to reflect upon their potential, their goals, and what they need to do to reach those goals. In addition to examining how to take control of their own learning, and learning styles, this course emphasises abilities that help facilitate communication, problem solving and make independent decisions. Self Advocacy and independence will be stressed.

Students will be introduced to the field work component of the CICE program and will discuss the expectations of field work, including specific workplace requirements (including first aid and CPR) and the use of the Fieldwork Placement Manual.  Course content includes units on exploration of career interests, self-assessment of aptitudes and skills, career planning, resume writing, and preparation for the field work interview. The course will include in-class assignments, group work, computer-based writing assignments, and computer lab components.

This lab-based subject enables the student to use the computer as a tool for writing, research, and file management.  It includes the use of the MS Windows XP environment, the use of the Internet using MS Explorer 7 for Internet research, communication via electronic mail using MyCampus and WebCT Vista, preparation of presentations using MS PowerPoint, and preparation of documents using MS Word 2007 software.

Elective general education courses appear in your program of study as GNED 0000. This is called a “placeholder.” This placeholder is replaced by an actual course that you will select from a list of available "elective" general education courses when you register in the relevant semester.

Please note that the type and number of elective courses available will vary from semester to semester and from year to year.

Please visit the General Education website for more information.

This course is designed to provide students with communication principles that will allow them to reflect and improve their ability to communicate effectively with people.  Topics include listening, verbal and non-verbal communication, conflict management, assertiveness training, self-disclosure, cross-cultural communication and critical thinking.

This course is designed to facilitate the growth of the student into a well-rounded, competent employee. By meeting as a group, the students will discuss their experiences in the field and in the classroom. Students will also discuss current issues and trends facing employees in the work world. Topics include solving problems in the workplace, communicating effectively in the workplace, discrimination and harassment in the workplace, and safety in the workplace.

In this first fieldwork placement, students will be supported and supervised while gaining vocational skills related to their area of concentration. Sound work habits and interpersonal skills in the field will be developed as the student progresses through their training. Specific learning outcomes will be developed at the onset of the field placement, and students will be evaluated throughout the semester with a final evaluation at the semester's end.

This course is designed to facilitate the growth of the student into a competent worker. By meeting as a group, the students will discuss their experiences in fieldwork. Students will begin to look at job search strategies including analyzing job ads, preparing for a job interview, and practicing interviewing techniques. Students will continue to develop effective communication skills through group work and role-playing as well as reviewing the skills and techniques necessary to be successful in the workplace.

Training and expectations will be at a higher level in the second fieldwork placement. Students will be expected to develop basic interview skills, continue to develop good work habits, interpersonal skills and improve vocational skills. Specific learning outcomes will be developed at the onset of the field placement, and students will be evaluated on an ongoing basis with a final evaluation at the semester’s end.

Elective general education courses appear in your program of study as GNED 0000. This is called a “placeholder.” This placeholder is replaced by an actual course that you will select from a list of available "elective" general education courses when you register in the relevant semester.

Please note that the type and number of elective courses available will vary from semester to semester and from year to year.

Please visit the General Education website for more information.

This course is designed to facilitate the growth of the student into a competent worker. Students will review their educational and vocational experiences over the past three semesters and begin to develop a cover letter and resume highlighting their newly developed skills. Students will discuss their experiences in fieldwork and other issues related to the working world. They will also continue to learn and share job search strategies and to develop and to practice their interview skills. In addition, various community agency staff will be invited to discuss services available in the community related to support systems including, but not limited to, job coaching and job placement.

Training and expectations will be at a higher level in the final fieldwork placement. Students will be interviewed by the field placement supervisor or designate. The student will be expected to continue good work habits and interpersonal skills and improved vocational skills commensurate with their level of skill and ability. Specific learning outcomes will be developed at the onset of the field placement. Students will be evaluated on an ongoing basis with a final evaluation at the semester’s end.