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Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE)

Available at: Brockville | Cornwall | Kingston

Overview

The Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE) program is a two-year certificate program designed for adults with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injury or other significant learning challenges who wish to further their education/vocational training in a community college setting.

As a student, you will have the opportunity to complete an individualized program of study made up of courses from areas of concentration selected from St. Lawrence College’s program offerings, based on seat availability and suitability to your skill level. The courses will be tailored through a modification process to fit your academic abilities. You will be offered opportunities to develop and enhance your academic skills, and to develop and/or refine your abilities in a number of potential work envi­ronments through field placement experi­ences arranged by CICE program staff.

You will receive support such as curriculum modification, note-taking, tutoring and other related academic services as needed. Upon successful completion of all courses and the field placement requirements you will graduate with an Ontario College Certificate in CICE.

This program is not open to International students.

Highlights

CICE Program Areas of Interest - Cornwall Campus

Based on seat availability, and subject to change.

  • Business
  • Carpentry
  • Early Childhood Education
  • General Arts and Science
  • Personal Support Worker
  • Social Service Worker

Career Opportunities

Students graduating from the CICE program will be prepared for a variety of entry level jobs depending on their selected area of concentration. As well, some students may choose to enter other College programs after completing the CICE program, if admission requirements are met.

The Goals of the Program

  • participate with equitable opportunity in college programs and activities
  • test and develop skills for potential employment
  • develop and strengthen functional academic skills in communication and math in order to function effectively in the workplace
  • pursue personal areas of academic/vocational interest
  • function more independently through the development of social and life skills in a college setting
  • strengthen self-management and interpersonal skills such as self-confidence and self-esteem in order to enrich the quality of life and enhance performance as an employee and team member
  • contribute to the provision of a healthy, safe work environment

View program flyer here.

Program Name

Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE)

Program Code

0790

Credential

Ontario College Certificate

Start Dates

September

Program Duration

2 years

Location (Campus)

Cornwall

Canadian Fees

To view a detailed fee schedule, please click here. The fee schedule will open as a PDF in a new window.

International Fees

This program is not open to International students.

Additional Costs

Textbooks, supplies, and placement attire vary depending on program area of concentration.

Scholarships and Bursaries

St. Lawrence College offers an extensive Student Scholarship and Bursary Program. Scholarships and bursaries for this purpose are sponsored by external organizations and private individuals. These awards recognize our academic excellence, community involvement, contribution to the quality of College life, outstanding achievement and professional potential. For more details visit Bursaries and Scholarships.

Click here to see a list of funding sources for students entering this program

Program Outline 2019-20

Semester 1
SEMI 01CI CICE Seminar I
PLAC 01CI Placement Simulation
COMM 01CI Basic Communication Skills
GENE General Education Course
Program Elective

Semester 2
SEMI 02CI CICE Seminar II
PLAC 02CI CICE Field Placement II
Program Electives (3)

Semester 3
SEMI 03CI CICE Seminar III
PLAC 03CI CICE Field Placement III
Program Electives (3)

Semester 4
SEMI 04CI CICE Seminar IV
PLAC 04CI CICE Field Placement IV
Program Electives (3)

Articulation & Credit Transfer Opportunities

SLC graduates have many options to continue their studies with post-secondary institutions across Canada and around the world. Agreements between SLC and other institutions that are specific to this program are listed below. In addition, there are many credit transfer pathway agreements between colleges and universities within the province of Ontario. Please also visit www.ontransfer.ca to search for options relevant to your program area of study.



    Admission Requirements

    Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Certificate (OSSC) or be at least 19 years of age by the start of classes Submit a complete application, which demonstrates:

    • academic needs that require curriculum modification in order to succeed;
    • the ability to provide his or her own transportation to and from the college and field placement locations;
    • a level of independence which does not require constant supervision; and,
    • a willingness to participate fully in the program.

    For OSSD equivalency options, see Admission Requirements.

    Stages of the application and selection process:

    Stage One

    • Fill out an Ontario Colleges application form by February 1st (online: www.ontariocolleges.ca)
    • Complete and submit the CICE application package to
      St. Lawrence College’s Admissions office by February 15th*

      Email to: cice@sl.on.ca
       
      or

      Mail to:
      College Admissions Office
      St. Lawrence College
      100 Portsmouth Ave.
      Kingston, ON K7L 5A6

    • As part of the application package, provide a confidential reference from an individual who has extensive knowledge of the applicant in an academic or vocational setting (family members excluded)

    Stage Two

    • Attend an information session
    • Applications will be evaluated and qualified applicants will attend a personal interview.

    Stage Three

    • Once accepted, obtain a current Criminal Background Check just prior to September of the first year of study and submit a completed Placement Immunization Form

    Stage Four

    • Attend an orientation session

    *Please note: Application packages received after the deadline will be placed on a waiting list depending on eligibility.

    Prerequisites

    Criminal Background Check:
    Applicants are advised that Criminal Background Checks (CBC) conducted by the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) are required for programs with field or clinical placements. Certain criminal convictions may prevent participation in placements and program completion may not be possible. Attaining and paying for a CBC and Vulnerable Sector Screening (OPP) is the responsibility of the student, and these may have to be renewed every three to six months. Applicants with criminal records are advised to contact the Associate Dean/Campus Dean of the respective school prior to applying.

    Health Requirements

    Testimonials

    To me being in the CICE Program at St. Lawrence College meant and still means that I'm a part of something very special. In the CICE Program the students are accepted as students, not because they need the extra help. They are seen in the eyes of truly amazing staff as spectacular individuals, and those staff members help bring the strengths to the surface.

    Kaitlynn Ward

    Program Contact

    Cindy Adams
    cadams@sl.on.ca
    613-933-6080 ext. 2107

    Admissions Information

    Connect with a Student Recruitment Officer:
    dreamit@sl.on.ca
    1-800-463-0752 and ask for Recruiting


    Additional Information

    Programs at St. Lawrence College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with online learning activities. Program delivery can be run weekdays, weekends or evenings. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided a St. Lawrence College email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.

    Student Workload: Students can expect to spend time on homework and assignments outside of the classroom. Students will have access to tutoring in addition to classroom hours. Tutoring sessions will be conducted by Learning Specialists from the CICE pro­gram and will be designed to meet individual student’s learning needs.

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