EIPS Career Pathways
May 2022
Welcome!
Career Pathways is designed to develop skills that students can apply in their daily lives when preparing for entry into the workplace or for further learning opportunities. Competencies achieved will allow students to make relevant connections with work and/or post-secondary training.
Our Mission: To provide authentic, relevant, and engaging career opportunities and foster growth and readiness for life after school.
Off Campus Education Virtual Information Sessions
Monday, June 13 from 6:00-6:30 p.m.
Please join us to learn more about EIPS’ Off-Campus Education programs. This session will provide a brief overview of what to expect, and how to enroll in, Green Certificate, the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) or Work Experience as part of your high school journey.
Legislative Assembly Page Program
Pages are high school students who work in the Chamber during Session and assist Members of the Legislative Assembly as they debate in the House. Pages also work to support other branches of the Legislative Assembly Office by participating in ceremonies and assisting with administrative tasks. The Page Program is open to all applicants entering grades 10, 11, and 12 who will be 15 years old by September 1st, 2022.
Application deadline is May 31, 2022. Check out the Page Program (assembly.ab.ca) for details.
Did you know?
Taken from the 2021 National Labour Market Information Report
Construction jobs in Alberta that pay the most are; Crane operators, drillers, and blasters who have the highest median income according to Statistics Canada.
Student Opportunities
Strathcona Septic- is looking for mature students to do odd jobs, driving for deliveries, and possibly driving small vac units. Driver’s license is required. Qualified students may send a resume and cover letter directly to rdaigle@strathconaseptic.ca.
Great 8 Construction- is looking to hire motivated and responsible students to join their construction company. Students will gain hands on experience in both interior and exterior work, including framing, trim work, custom millwork, hanging doors and ceiling systems, stairs, and deck fabrication. Punctuality, a positive attitude and dealing with direct to customer interactions are standard requirements. Qualified students can send a resume and cover letter directly to info@great8construction.ca
Summer School July 4-29
The Summer School program offers a number of senior high courses that allow students to earn credits, upgrade marks, lighten workloads for the year ahead or finish pre-requisite courses. In-person learning this year and classes will take place at Bev Facey. Courses include:
English Language Arts 20-1, 20-2, 30-1 and 30-2
Social Studies 20-1, 20-2, 30-1 and 30-2
Mathematics 10C, 20-1, 20-2, 30-1 and 30-2
Competencies in Math 15
Science 10
Biology 20 and 30
Chemistry 20 and 30
Physics 20 and 30
Physical Education 10
Career and Life Management (CALM) 20
Extreme CTS: Film Production
Work Experience 15, 25 and 35 and Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)
Pathway- What is 2D-3D Character Computer Animation?
Computer animators use software such as 3D Studio Max, Maya, or Adobe Animate to produce animation for film, television and video. Specific examples of their creative work ranges from video games, television shows, computer simulations and educational modules to special effects for movies, websites and advertising.
As in all productions of this kind, a substantial amount of preparation takes place before the actual animation work begins. Working with the director, the animator plans and develops the story behind the animation, model characters, the background scenes, the arrangement of models in a scene, the use and placement of lighting and motion cameras and the interaction between objects. This pre-production work also includes developing storyboards, layout and character designs, and when it is finished the animator begins to create, refine and render the objects on their computer.
Check it out: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/skill_area/3d-2d-character-computer-animation/
What Is Financial Literacy?
Financial literacy is the ability to understand and make use of a variety of financial skills, including personal financial management, budgeting, and investing. It also means comprehending certain financial principles and concepts, such as the time value of money, compound interest, managing debt, and financial planning.
Achieving financial literacy can help individuals avoid making poor financial decisions and help them become self-sufficient and achieve financial stability. Key steps to attaining financial literacy include learning how to create a budget, track spending, pay off debt, and plan for retirement. Educating yourself on these topics also involves learning how money works, setting and achieving financial goals, becoming aware of unethical/discriminatory financial practices, and managing financial challenges that life throws your way.
Check it out: https://www.investopedia.com/guide-to-financial-literacy-4800530
Know Yourself
The first step in planning your career is to know what you value, your interests and the things you’re good at. It's time to get to know yourself. Take one or more of the quizzes to help plan your career path. Check it out: https://alis.alberta.ca/look-for-work/know-your-core-skills-and-how-to-sell-them/
Your interests are activities you do because you enjoy them. Interests capture your attention, arouse your curiosity and satisfy your need to accomplish things. Take the Interest survey https://alis.alberta.ca/careerinsite/know-yourself/interests-exercise/
Abilities are your natural strengths. They're the things that come easily to you and that you can do right now. You don't need to be an expert to have an ability. You have many abilities. It's a good idea to identify these when you're making career plans. Take the Ability survey https://alis.alberta.ca/careerinsite/know-yourself/abilities-exercise/
Pathway- What is mechatronics?
Mechatronics combines the technologies of mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, electronics, information processing, basic electricity, and motor and motion control. A career in this field can involve assembly, manufacture, maintenance and commissioning of automation machinery, products and production systems. Workers are required to complete the mechanical, electrical and pneumatic assembly of a parts transfer system in accordance with provided documentation and schematics. The electrical wiring involved in this work includes input and output connections, sensor and motor wiring, switches, push buttons, and pneumatic solenoids.
Check it out: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/skill_area/mechatronics/
Skills for Success Series
Skills for Success are the skills needed to participate and thrive in learning, work and life.
Digital- Your ability to use digital technology and tools to find, manage, apply, create and share information and content. For example, we use this skill to create spreadsheets, safely use social media, and securely make online purchases.
Why this skill is important- Digital technology has changed the way you find and share information, solve problems, and communicate with others. Most jobs now use digital skills, and you need them when you apply other skills such as reading, writing and numeracy. Digital skills help you keep up with changing demands in the modern workplace and in your daily life.
Numeracy- Your ability to find, understand, use, and report mathematical information presented through words, numbers, symbols, and graphics. For example, we use this skill to perform calculations, manage budgets, analyze and model data and make estimations.
Why this skill is important- The modern economy requires numeracy skills that go beyond basic arithmetic. Understanding numbers remains critical to functioning in today’s society. Many jobs require the ability to work with numbers and math. Numeracy skills are also needed in a wide variety of daily contexts, including managing your finances and making sense of statistics in the news.
Pathway- What is aerospace technology?
Aerospace technicians install, maintain, repair and overhaul aeronautical products including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and computerized equipment. They must rigorously check and inspect equipment to make sure hazards are identified and corrected, and that they meet Transport Canada standards of safety and performance. Their work typically consists of assembling and disassembling equipment, inspecting it or performing routine maintenance, such as cleaning/lubricating or adjusting components and systems. An aircraft maintenance technician may specialize in specific aircraft systems as part of an AMO (Aircraft Maintenance Organization) shop such as engines, airframes, avionics or hydraulics.
Check it out: https://www.skillscompetencescanada.com/en/skill_area/aerospace-technology/
Apprenticeship Training
Check out these resources:
- Tradesecrets—This Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training website offers information about training, certification, scholarships, financial assistance and more as well as resources for employers, employees and apprentices.
- Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) for high school students—This program allows high school students to earn credits toward an apprenticeship program and a high school diploma at the same time.
Work Experience 15/25/35
Off Campus courses that provide experiential learning activities as part of a planned school program under the supervision of an off-campus education coordinator. Work Experience courses are components of off-campus education learning. These provide opportunities for students to:
- apply, in the workplace, knowledge, skills and attitudes acquired through other course work
- discover their career interests and aptitudes in meaningful work activities, situated in community-based work stations and work sites in industry, and community service.
- earn high school credits
HCS3000: Workplace Safety Systems (1 credit)- is the required prerequisite of the first work experience course taken by a student.
Green Certificate Program
Green Certificate provides students with opportunities to enter a variety of agriculture-related, structured learning pathways as a part of their senior high school program and to earn up to 16 Grade 12 diploma credits and a credential leading to a career in agribusiness. There is no deadline for applications.
Students learn on the job, under the direction of experienced farm personnel and under the supervision and administration of Alberta Agriculture and Forestry (AF) and Alberta Education. Students select one of the specializations and under the guidance of their trainer, work towards mastering all skills within their training program: Beekeeper, Cow calf beef, Dairy, Equine, Feedlot beef, Field crop, Greenhouse, Irrigated field crop, Poultry, Sheep, & Swine production.
Planning for Post-Secondary: Grade 10 Checklist
Your time in high school will go by quicker than you can imagine. Before you know it, you will have to make decisions about work or school. Plan now for success later. Begin exploring your interests. Would you like to pursue related courses or activities after high school?
Planning for Post-Secondary: Grade 11 Checklist
Your time in high school will go by quicker than you can imagine. Before you know it, you will have to make decisions about work or school. Check out the learning and career options that relate to your interests and note the admission requirements for your preferred programs. The choices you make now will open up your choices for the future.
Planning for Post-Secondary: Grade 12 Checklist
Your time in high school has gone by quickly. Before you know it, you will have to make decisions about work or school. Let's ensure you are ready for your transition to post-secondary education and training! Admissions, timelines, money matters, and more...
Career Pathways
Email: careerpathways@eips.ca
Website: https://www.eips.ca/programs-services/career-pathways
Location: 683 Wye Road, Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Phone: (780) 417-8182
Facebook: facebook.com/ElkIslandPublicSchools
Twitter: @EIPSpathways