PATH 99 Pathways to High-Demand Careers prepares students to pursue a post-secondary education for a high-demand career. Students will explore educational and career options, build study skills and access relevant resources.
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 15 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 60 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 4 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Define short- and long-term education and career goals
- Identify available supports for career exploration, funding, learning skills and wellness
- Apply specific study skills (reading, notetaking, memorization, test-taking, time management strategies) to coursework
Teaching and Learning Approach
Academic Upgrading courses at Selkirk College build upon students’ life, education, and cultural experiences to
develop subject-specific knowledge, awareness, practical skills, and study skills. The learning outcomes listed in
this outline form the foundation of the course, and how thoroughly a student meets these outcomes determines
their success. Course content integrates problem solving and critical thinking, while developing effective
communication skills for the discipline and level. This course further enables students to meet the Program
Outcomes for Academic Upgrading.Learning Resources
Computer access for MoodleDetailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. Reflection on prior learning experiences and identification of current learning needs, post-secondary goal setting, planning and goal setting for academic term and Pathways Implementing a same day review practice and time management skills, Introduction to student learning support services, Collaboration with peers. Practical strategies and study skills for overcoming procrastination and implementing same day review practice, Collaboration with peers to generate ideas and network
2. Progress on post-secondary applications and financial aid, self- reflection on current classroom learning experience, course progress, and goals from intake meeting Exploring strategies for student wellness, Introduction to counselling services Practical strategies and skills for writing tests and managing test anxiety, Collaboration with peers to generate ideas and network Exploring student post-secondary goals by participation in classroom, lab, and site visits
3. Exploring various post-secondary programs, Networking with post- secondary stakeholders (instructors, chairs etc.), Introduction to financial aid services Introduction to Co-op and Employment Services, Exploring career options based on personal strengths and attributes Exam preparation strategies, Collaboration with peers to generate ideas and network Exploring student post-secondary goals by participation in classroom, lab, and site visits
4. Reflection on skills developed, goals achieved, and progress made through Pathways participationAssessment
| Title | Learning Outcomes | Value |
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| Satisfactory completion of course activities and assignments | | Pass/Fail |
| Total | Pass/Fail |
Grading Table
Competency-based Grades
This grading system is based on satisfactory acquisition of defined skills or successful completion of the course learning outcomes. It is used where standard numerical grades are not generally applied, for example in evaluating practicum performance or work placements, in pass/fail courses or for non-credit courses.
| Grade | Description |
| AAV | ABOVE AVERAGE -The student has mastered all or most course objectives/requirements in a minimum time frame and has exemplified good work and study habits. |
| COM | COMPLETE – denotes that the student has mastered a satisfactory number of course objectives/requirements in a non-credit course |
| CRG | CREDIT GRANTED - denotes that the student performance was satisfactory in a credit course. |
| NCG | NO CREDIT GRANTED - denotes that the student performance was unsatisfactory. |
| PCG | PARTIAL CREDIT GRANTED – denotes that the student has successfully completed a portion of the course objectives in a credit course. |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.