Co-ops provide opportunities for students, teachers, and employers to co-operate in achieving one very important goal: preparation for the future.
“Co-op changed my life. Before Co-op, I was shy and would never speak in front of large crowds or reach out to adults for opportunities. Now I am confident, comfortable, and sure of myself because of Co-op.” |
Students who want to take part in a Co-op must:
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The Matheson 11 Co-op (semester 2 of grade 11 - credit awarded for 5 courses)
Culinary Arts 12 Co-op (upon Chef approval & previous success in a Culinary Arts course)
Course and Curriculum Advantages
Work Experience Advantages
Student Support Advantages
People Related Advantages
How do I Apply?
Where do I Apply?
Please download the Co-Op Application & Teacher Reference forms and save to your computer.
Email the Reference form to a teacher.
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- Composition 11 & Spoken Language 11 8 credits
- Social Science 12 (ex: Political Studies 12) 4 credits
- Career Life Connections 12 4 credits
- Work Experience 12A 4 credits
Culinary Arts 12 Co-op (upon Chef approval & previous success in a Culinary Arts course)
- Culinary Arts 12A 4 credits
- Culinary Arts 12B 4 credits
- Culinary Arts 12C 4 credits
- Work Experience 12A (min 100 hours) 4 credits
- Work Experience 12B (min 100 hours) optional 4 credits
- Gain experience in catering professional events
- Tour of VCC Professional Cook Training Program
Course and Curriculum Advantages
- Opportunities for extended projects that could not normally be completed within a regular length class
- Opportunities for field experiences that could not otherwise be included
- Earn 20 credits for this semester (4 extra credits compared to a regular semester)
Work Experience Advantages
- Fantastic opportunity to experience a career area that interests you on a first-hand basis, to build skills and knowledge, to see and to participate in specialized areas
- Answers can be found to the question: “Is this what I see myself doing in the future?”
- Opens the doors for summer and after-school jobs. Puts your foot in the door
Student Support Advantages
- Fantastic match of curriculum to teacher background. Each of our Co-op teachers is a specialist and shares his/her excitement and enthusiasm for course content.
- Two teachers for the semester means that teachers get to know you and can help with any challenges.
People Related Advantages
- Opportunities for the development of a team. Peers work together - build a network of relationships, shared experiences and personal growth
How do I Apply?
- Students apply during course selection in their Grade 10 year. Please see Ms. Konkin and select CO-OP on your course selection form
- have good attendance
- have good work habits
- show responsibility, professionalism, and self-motivation
- have the ability to work independently and efficiently, with minimal supervision
- undergo an interview process
Where do I Apply?
- Applications are available at the Career Centre all year. Select CO-OP on your course selection form and submit an application to the Career Centre in November (date to be determined).
Please download the Co-Op Application & Teacher Reference forms and save to your computer.
Email the Reference form to a teacher.
Please download Adobe reader if you need to help with filling these forms: https://get.adobe.com/reader/
“I just feel like I know now. I know what I want. I know how to get there, and I’m doing it.”
A. Gumber