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Ontario Colleges:
Programs, Pathways, Possibilities
Peter Meehan, Chair, School of Liberal Arts and Academic Partnerships
Seneca College
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College ProgramsWide variety of programs, all tied to industry or
a particular sector: Applied Arts (animation, broadcasting, media
arts, photography, music) Business (accounting, marketing, financial
services, international business) Health, community and human services
(practical nursing, social service worker, early childhood education, tourism)
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College ProgramsWide variety of programs, all tied to industry or a
particular sector: Information Technology (computer programming
and analysis, software development, information security, communications technology);
Applied Science and Engineering Technology (biotechnology, civil engineering technology, aviation, environmental science);
Coop /field placement/internship opportunities.
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College ProgramsWide range of credentials
One year (two semesters) certificate; Two year (four semesters) diploma; Three year (six semesters) advanced diploma; Four year (eight semesters) college degree; One year (two or three semesters) Ontario Graduate
certificate; Coop Apprenticeship Diploma; Pre-apprenticeship; Industry/sector certifications (standalone or
embedded)
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Pathways to CollegeAdmission Requirements:
Ontario Secondary School Diploma; College preparation (“C”) courses for diplomas and
certificates; “U” courses, “M” (University/College) credits; Degree programs require six Grade 12 “U” level
credits with a minimum of 65%; English; Mathematics; Program specific requirements
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Pathways to College Dual Credits/Specialist High Skills Major; Foundation programs – enhance skills, build
confidence and explore programs/careers. Importance of Learning Skills; Importance of deep understanding of
“foundational concepts and skills” for success in a college program – the big “disconnect”.
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Pathways to College Importance of selecting the “right” course to
provide the best preparation for a particular program (College Mathematics Project report);
Don’t underestimate the “fit” between the learning environment and the learner;
Graduate certificates- why university grads flock to colleges;
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Pathways from College – the Possibilities
Employment – program connection to industry results in strong graduate employment rates;
Industry Accreditation and Certification = industry recognition;
Coop, field placement and internships = employment advantage;
Articulation into degree programs – university and college degrees (B.A. and B. Sc. - e.g. Liberal Arts program York, U of T, Trent), Chemistry and Biotechnology (University of Guelph), Engineering (Lakehead).