Job Readiness

Introduction

Thank you for considering the Job Readiness Program at Kitimat Valley Institute Corporation (KVIC).

The Job Readiness Program is designed to help you gain the qualifications necessary to be successful in your search for employment, as well as earn the skills needed to continue with higher learning.

Whether you have earned a grade 12 certificate but did not earn core courses being asked for in today's market, your credits require updating, or you simply need to complete courses for your Dogwood, KVIC's Job Readiness Program can help you realize those goals.

The Job Readiness Program is offered in a supportive, structured environment and is taught by certified teachers. The KVIC staff is available to help and assist you whenever possible to ensure your success in the program.

We are glad to help you start on your journey towards academic and employment success. Please review the information contained in this guide and feel free to contact the school for further information.

Classes occur in comfortable, well-equipped classrooms at KVIC. You will have access to a library, space for study and individual work as well as a computer lab.

A lunch room equipped with coffee machine, microwave and vending machines is available to you.

Course Outline

The Job Readiness Program at KVIC offers these courses to meet Ministry of Education requirements for students to earn their BC Dogwood Certificate.

  • Math 11
  • Social Studies 11
  • Communications 11/12
  • CAPPA 12
  • Physics 11
  • Family Studies 12

The following courses are built into the program to offer skills that are desired by employers in today's job market. There is opportunity for you to pursue other skills or courses that you may require. KVIC provides support and guidance in helping you meet your specific learning needs.

  • Occupational First Aid Level 1
  • Transportation Endorsement
  • H2S Alive
  • WHMIS

In order to be accepted to this program of study, prospective students must complete all required admissions documents and meet with a KVIC staff member to determine placement

Course Calendar

September 8, 2009 - Classes Start

October 12, 2009 - Thanksgiving Holiday - No Classes

November 11, 2009 - Remembrance Day Holiday - No Classes

December 18, 2009 - Last day of classes before Christmas break

December 19, 2009 - January 4, 2010 - Christmas Break - No Classes

January 5, 2010 - Classes Start

March 15 - 19, 2010 - Spring Break - No Classes

April 2, 2010 - Good Friday Holiday - No Classes

May 24, 2010 - Victoria Day Holiday - No Classes

June 26, 2010 - Last Day of Classes

The program runs for 10 months (September to June) Classes are in session 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 (Monday to Friday) Attendance each day is mandatory

Course Outcomes

Personal Development

  • Time management utilizing tools such as planners
  • Setting realistic and achievable goals
  • Conflict resolution
  • Stress management
  • Awareness of personal health issues such as nutrition, fitness, and addictions
  • Budgeting personal finances and understanding credit and loans
  • Working effectively in group situations
  • Recognizing the importance of a positive attitude

Learning Development

  • Manage assignments and time
  • Use strategies that work best with individual learning style
  • Effective note taking
  • Use study techniques for optimal learning and memory retention
  • Demonstrate effective critical thinking skills
  • Manage stress in pressure situations such as public speaking and test taking
  • Evaluate past learning experiences and recognize growth potential
  • Improve the quality of written work

Career Development

  • Set goals for your employment future
  • Explore various employment modes such as becoming part of an existing team, entrepreneurial opportunities, casual/seasonal work
  • Explore the possibility of relocating to find employment
  • Recognize the different benefits of part-time and full-time work
  • Match your skills and interests to appropriate professions
  • Through course expectations learn and demonstrate the importance of punctuality, reliability, appropriate attire and acceptable behavior in the workplace

Job Search Skills

  • Typing skills
  • Learn to communicate through e-mail
  • Understand how to use the internet effectively and critically
  • Learn specific programs such as Windows Operating systems, word processing programs such as MS Works, MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Publisher and Windows Explorer
  • Learn and use a variety of job search skills such as electronic job search tools, newspapers and networking
  • Write effective resumes and cover letters that best portray your abilities
  • Become confident in interview situations
  • Learn how to present yourself when meeting prospective employers including appropriate attire, spoken presentation and body language