Community Integration Through Co-operative Education

Program Overview

The Community Integration Through Co-operative Education (CICE) program is a two-year post-secondary program designed for adults with developmental disabilities or related learning challenges. It combines academic coursework with career-related field placements to enhance academic skills, develop vocational abilities, and prepare students for employment in their chosen field. The program offers individualized learning plans, small class sizes, and a supportive learning environment to help students succeed.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Community Integration Through Co-operative Education

Overview:

The Community Integration Through Co-operative Education (CICE) program is a two-year, post-secondary, modified college certificate program designed for adults with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, intellectual disabilities, and other related learning challenges. The program provides students with an opportunity to enhance their academic skills through typical college classes while developing vocational abilities through career-related field placement opportunities.

Objectives:

• Enhance academic skills through typical college classes
• Develop vocational abilities through career-related field placements
• Provide students with an opportunity to locate employment in their vocational field upon graduating

Program Description:

• Students choose an area of concentration from one of the following areas: Culinary, Photography, Recreation and Leisure, Early Childhood Education, and Office Administration.
• Students take eleven courses in a selected area of concentration, six core CICE seminar courses, and three field placements distributed throughout their two academic years.
• Upon completion of the program, students receive an Ontario College Certificate in CICE from Fanshawe College.
• A team of Learning Facilitators provides students with in-class assistance and weekly tutoring outside the classroom.
• A Field Placement Coordinator works with students to locate and develop work placements that are best suited for a student's strengths and goals.

Outline:

Content:

• Academic skills in areas such as English, Math, Science, and Social Studies
• Vocational skills in areas such as Culinary, Photography, Recreation and Leisure, Early Childhood Education, and Office Administration
• Life skills such as communication, interpersonal skills, and problem-solving

Structure:

• Two-year program
• Eleven courses in a selected area of concentration
• Six core CICE seminar courses
• Three field placements

Course Schedule:

• Courses are typically offered in a semester system, with two semesters per academic year.
• The specific course schedule will vary depending on the student's area of concentration and the availability of courses.

Individual Modules with Descriptions:

Core CICE Seminar Courses:

• BSCI-1271 Preparing for Fieldwork: This pre-placement course prepares students for their upcoming CICE field placements, related to each student's area of concentration.
• SKLS-1029 Skills for College Success: This course is designed to provide skills that will promote success in the college environment and beyond.
• COMP-1552 Technology for Learning: This course is designed to foster the transition of the student into a post-secondary learning environment using available assistive technology to enhance learning outcomes across the CICE program.

Assessment:

Assessment Methods:

• Assignments
• Tests
• Quizzes
• Presentations
• Fieldwork evaluations

Assessment Criteria:

• Attendance and participation
• Completion of assignments and projects
• Demonstration of knowledge and skills
• Ability to apply learning to real-world situations

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

• Lectures
• Discussions
• Group work
• Hands-on activities
• Field placements

Faculty:

• The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are experts in their respective fields.
• Faculty members are committed to providing students with a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Unique Approaches:

• The CICE program uses a variety of unique approaches to teaching and learning, including:

• Individualized learning plans:

  Each student's learning plan is tailored to their individual needs and strengths.
• Small class sizes: Classes are typically small, which allows for more individualized attention from faculty members.
• Field placements: Field placements provide students with an opportunity to apply their learning in a real-world setting.

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• The CICE program prepares students for a variety of careers in the community, including:

• Community support worker

• Early childhood educator

• Office administrator

• Photographer

• Recreation leader

Opportunities:

• The CICE program provides students with the opportunity to:
• Gain valuable work experience through field placements
• Develop a network of professional contacts
• Enhance their employability skills

Outcomes:

• Graduates of the CICE program are well-prepared for employment in the community.
• They have the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in a variety of careers.
• They are also able to live independently and contribute to their communities.