Transitional Vocational Program (TVP)
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- One-year certificate
- Full-time studies
- 48-week program
- Fall intakes only
- Combination of classroom and work experience
Program Overview
This 12-month program is designed to provide employment preparation training for adults with developmental disabilities. Our post-secondary setting enables individuals with learning difficulties to further their education beyond high school.
Through a combination of classroom and workplace training, students acquire marketable skills, training on current equipment and practices, and increased self-confidence while receiving ongoing, intensive support and mentoring from College staff. Join us and gain that extra edge on employment opportunities!
Admission Requirements
- History of special education (school records, standardized testing, etc.)
- Admission interview with a NorQuest counsellor
- Ambulatory
- Able to participate in a group setting
- Able to function independently in class and at the work site
- Employment readiness
Progression
Students must attain a pass grade in each course to progress through the program. To qualify for graduation, students must pass all courses.
Credential
After successfully completing this program, graduates will be awarded a NorQuest Transitional Vocational Program certificate.
Tuition and Fees
2010–11 Tuition and Fees (pdf)
2010-11 Program and Supplies Fee & Textbook Rental Fee (pdf)
Program Outline (2010/11)
| Course Code |
Course Title |
Credits |
| Term 1 |
16 weeks |
|
| TRAN 1010
|
Interpersonal Skills I - TVP |
3.0 |
| TRAN 1020 |
Computer Literacy I - TVP |
2.0 |
| TRAN 1030
|
Employment Preparation I - TVP |
3.0 |
| TRAN 1040
|
Finance and Life Management
Skills
I - TVP |
3.0 |
| TRAN 1050
|
Community Development I - TVP |
5.0 |
| WORK 1011
|
Workplace Experience I - TVP |
3.0 |
| |
Term 1 Total |
19.0 |
| Term 2 |
16 weeks |
|
| TRAN 1210 |
Interpersonal Skills II - TVP |
3.0 |
| TRAN 1220
|
Computer Literacy II - TVP |
1.0 |
| TRAN 1230
|
Employment Preparation II - TVP |
3.0 |
| TRAN 1240
|
Finance and Life Management
Skills
II - TVP |
3.0 |
| TRAN 1250
|
Community Development II - TVP |
5.0 |
| WORK 1012 |
Work Experience II - TVP |
5.0 |
| |
Term 2 Total |
20.0 |
| Term 3 |
16 weeks |
|
| WORK 1230
|
Work Experience III - TVP |
9.0 |
| |
Term 3 Total |
9.0 |
| |
Program Total |
48.0 |
Last updated:
April 29, 2008
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