Employment Preparation Certificate
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Employment Preparation Certificate
Fall Semester - September to December
XEPP 20001 - Work Preparation I - 96 hours
Students explore the world of work through the following units: Rewards of Work, Planning for Work, Job Safety Skills, Interviews, Learning Styles, First Days on the Job, Evaluation and Job Maintenance.
XEPP 20002 - Life Skills I - 45 hours
This course assists students to explore self-identity and build self-confidence. It is dedicated to enhancing communication skills and emphasizing problem solving in everyday life. Topics covered are self-esteem, trust and risk-taking, teamwork and stress management. Using an experiential approach, students practise and apply skills on an individual and small group basis.
XEPP 20023 - Math and Literacy for Work I - 36 hours
This class will provide you with the opportunity to improve your abilities in the 5 strands of literacy (reading, writing, speaking, listening and viewing). As well, you will have the opportunity to improve your functional math skills related to employment and independence. Skill and ability improvement is targeted on an individual basis.
XEPP 20015 - Computer Literacy - 15 hours
This course will help students to become competent with the basic skills necessary to use a computer for school, work and personal tasks. This includes becoming familiar with basic computer terminology and operations, understanding how to access their student account through MyMRU, demonstrate competence with Windows and with Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Drive, Meet, Gmail etc.) as well as safely and effectively navigating the internet.
XEPP 20014 - Work Integrated Learning Tutorial I - 12 hours
The tutorial is a small work group held on a weekly basis. It is designed to facilitate and highlight student successes. Students have the opportunity to obtain feedback from their peers and staff on how to handle employment situations and apply problem-solving skills.
XEPP 20010 - Work Integrated Learning I - 250 hours
Work practicum placements are determined by the students' interests, abilities and the availability of jobs. The practicum provides an on-the-job training opportunity to develop skills essential for competitive employment. The students are expected to develop attitudes and behaviours required for employment success. Regular work site monitoring and regular evaluations are conducted to assess skill acquisition. Job search activities are individualized based on the student. Students attend a Job Finding Group until a work practicum/employment is obtained.
This course will give students the opportunity to learn and practice basic steps to follow in case of an emergency.
Winter Semester - January to April
XEPP 20016 - Work Preparation II - 56 hours
Work Preparation II incorporates all of the content previously covered as well as introducing the following units: You and Your Employer, You and Your Co-Workers, Ethics and Packaging Your Skills.
XEPP 20017 - Life Skills II - 45 hours
This course assists students to further explore self-identity and build self-confidence. Individual exercises and group activities are designed to develop and practise interaction with others. Role playing is used to develop and practice new skills in five areas of life: Self, Family, Community, Leisure and Job.
XEPP 20024 - Math and Literacy for Work II - 34 hours
This class will continue to provide you with the opportunity to improve your abilities in the 5 strands of literacy (reading, writing, speaking, listening and viewing). As well, you will have the opportunity to improve your functional math skills related to employment and independence. Skill and ability improvement is targeted on an individual basis.
XEPP 20021 - Work Integrated Learning Tutorial II - 12 hours
The tutorial as a small work group continues to explore solutions and strategies that can be used in the workplace. Students reflect on their learning through the use of verbal and written exercises that foster success and identify areas for improvement.
XEPP 20011 - Work Integrated Learning II - 360 hours
In Work Practicum II, students may continue in their job from Practicum I or be assisted to obtain a new practicum. Students are encouraged to further develop and refine skills in their job.
Spring Semester - May and June
XEPP 20012 - Work Integrated Learning III - 240 hours
Students may continue in their present practicum from Practicum II or be involved in individualized job search activities and work with the Marketing Consultant to obtain a new placement. Students are encouraged to increase their hours based on their medical report. Ongoing student responsibilities include keeping resumes updated in terms of job duties, new skills acquired and employment references.
Summer Semester - July and August
XEPP 20007 - Work Integrated Learning Final IV - 240 hours
Students are guided and supported on the job through ongoing communication with their employer and their Employment Specialist. Individualized job search activities and marketing are provided to students seeking new or additional work practicums.