Transitional Vocational Program (TVP)
For
Information: 644-6000 or
- 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
Click here for 2008/2009 Tuition and Fees
Funding Your Education
Students in this program may be eligible
for Alberta government funding including costs for tuition,
books and living expenses.
Program Outline (2008/09)
Year 1
Term 1 - 16 weeks
| Course
Code |
Course
Title |
Credits |
| 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
| Course
Code |
Course
Title |
Credits |
| 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
| Course
Code |
Course
Title |
Credits |
| 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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