This is an extended program of study in a career focus area (previously referred to as a Career Preparation Program). The program consists of two parts;
- Completion of Work Experience 12 (Work Experience placement must be connected to focus area)
- completion of a minimum of 3 courses from 1 of the 8 Career Focus Areas
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The program may be completed over the course of the student’s grade 10 – 12 years. For participating in the program the student will receive;
- 4 credits for each 100 hours of work experience and corresponding paperwork
- a Career Preparation designation in the specific career area on their official transcript
- a Certificate of Completion recognizing their achievement at the graduation ceremony
The 8 focus areas are:(click on the link to view course requirements) Focus Area P1 Focus Area P2
- Business & Applied Business (Description)
(PMSS Course Requirements) - Fine Arts, Design & Media (Description) (PMSS Course Requirements)
- Fitness & Recreation (Description) (PMSS Course Requirements)
- Health & Human Services (Description) (PMSS Course Requirements)
- Liberal Arts & Humanities (Description) (PMSS Course Requirements)
- Science & Applied Science (Description) (PMSS Course Requirements)
- Tourism, Hospitality & Foods (Description) (PMSS Course Requirements)
- Trades & Technology (Description) (PMSS Course Requirements)
