79-139 - AQ Co-Operative Education, Part 1

Delivery Options Online - Asynchronous Learning

The Faculty of Education

Course Description

This course is offered twice a year. It is offered for winter and fall semesters.

This introductory course in Co-operative Education provides a foundation for integrating internal learning in school with external work experiences outside of school. Teachers are exposed to key components of experimental learning and their role in facilitating career development in students with job shadowing, job twinning, placements and school-to-work transitions including the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP).

Course Outline

Topics include:
• Pre-course counseling and interviewing procedures for Coop opportunities
• Roles and responsibilities of employers
• Understanding the purpose of pre-placement orientation
• Assessing and evaluating student performance including regular on-site assessments
• Accommodating and modifying expectations for students with special needs
• Understanding legal and ethical issues
• Understanding provincial and federal legislation related to work environments
• Understanding procedures for accident reports

Notes

OSAP Funding for AQ Courses

This AQ course is on the list of eligible courses for OSAP funding. Students must enroll in courses prior to the semester deadline date. If you are eligible, OSAP will reimburse funds after the semester drop date and will do so directly to you.

For questions regarding Micro-credential funding, please contact Student Awards and Financial Aid at OSAPMC@uwindsor.ca

For additional details, visit:

https://www.ontario.ca/page/micro-credentials-ontarios-postsecondary-schools and

https://www.uwindsor.ca/studentawards/osapmc

Prerequisites

Certificate of Qualification must be in good standing.
Qualifications in one of the following:
- Primary division
- Junior Division
- Intermediate Division
- Senior Division

NOTE: Candidates who hold Technological Education qualifications but do not have any basic qualifications in Primary, Junior, Intermediate or Senior divisions are only eligible to register in Part 1 as specified by the Ontario College of Teachers.

Important Notice: While we endeavour to be as accurate as possible while reviewing your qualifications for courses in our program, the Faculty of Education bears no responsibility for ensuring you have met the qualifications as per the guidelines of the Ontario College of Teachers. It is your responsibility to learn which prerequisites you will need. https://www.oct.ca/members/additional-qualifications/prerequisites

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79-139 - 020

Winter 2027 Fac Ed

Online - Asynchronous Learning

Available

AQ Co-Operative Education, Part 1 (Winter 2027)

Jan 19, 2027 to Mar 28, 2027

Online - Asynchronous Learning

Tuition Fee non-credit

$685.00

Reading List / Textbook

There are no textbooks required for this course.

Section Notes

Enrolment Information

Current enrolment deadlines, tuition information, registration instructions and semester-specific administrative dates including final enrolment and withdrawal/drop deadlines are available on the Faculty of Education's Continuing Teacher Education website. *Students are responsible for reviewing this information before enrolling.

Discounts

Discount codes (see links, above) must be applied at the time of enrolment and will be verified by our team to confirm eligibility.

Prerequisites and Eligibility

Students are responsible for ensuring that they meet the prerequisites and eligibility requirements for the course, including those established by the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT). Course-specific prerequisites are listed in the course description. The Faculty of Education Continuing Teacher Education Programs Office reviews applicant information to determine eligibility for admission to the course; however students are responsible for confirming that their qualifications meet applicable OCT requirements.