Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE)

Requirements

Admission Requirements

Applications received by February 1 that meet the preliminary criteria listed below will be given first consideration. Applications will continue to be accepted after this date until the program is full.

Documentation Requirements:

• Ontario Secondary School Certificate (OSSC) or an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or a Certificate of Accomplishment, equivalent, or mature student status.
• Demonstration of academic needs that require curriculum modification in order to succeed (i.e. Individual Education Plan (IEP), Annual Education Plan (AEP), Psychological Educational Assessment, or other supporting documentation).
• Two confidential references. Please note: the CICE staff will communicate directly with the confidential references listed on your student application form.

Selection Criteria

• Ability to function independently in school spaces and does not require constant support and supervision
• Consistent communication and self-regulation skills, including the ability to understand and respond to lessons and questions, express thoughts clearly both orally and in writing, participate with limited prompting, self-advocate when needed, and engage in independent thinking and idea development
• Ability to participate in programming without risk to health and safety of self and others
• Willingness to participate fully in all aspects of modified programming, including attending classes, tutoring sessions, and placement shifts
• Level of comfort using technology to support success
• Ability to provide transportation, or use the city bus, to and from the college and field placement locations
• Workplace experience, considered an asset

Technology Requirements

• Laptop with Windows OS. Tablets, Chromebooks, or Macbooks are not suitable. 

Students who are eligible for OSAP can apply for the Bursary for Students with Disabilities and may be eligible for funding to go towards a laptop or other assistive technology.

Note:
Applicants who meet initial requirements and selection criteria based on submitted documentation will be considered for an intake meeting including an in-person interview and skills assessment. Completion of the selection process does not guarantee admission.

Conditional program acceptance may be granted, pending confirmation of ability and safety to participate, as determined by further individual assessments.

Application Process

Applications received by February 1 that meet the preliminary selection criteria listed will be given first consideration. Applications will continue to be accepted after this date until the program is full.

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Application information is collected to assess eligibility for admission under authority granted by the Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology Act. The College will grant access to members of the admissions committee and others strictly in compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. 

Other Requirements

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.