WIL 101
How many hours must be completed during P1?
200 hours.
How often are you required to submit your timesheets/tracked hours?
Every 2 weeks
What are the two kinds of staff in WILCEC supporting CYC Students?
Job Developers and Career Coaches
Which of the following are SMART goals?
1. I will get at least 85% on my midterm exam.
2. I will score at least 5 on each skill in my midterm ESAT evaluation.
3. I will get better grades in my classes.
4. I will learn to have a basic conversation in Spanish before my trip to Spain in 3 months.
5. I will become fluent in Spanish.
1; 2; 4
What are the WILCEC team general office hours?
Monday to Friday; 815 AM to 430 PM.
Name at least three things you should do prior to starting a WIL experience, after receiving your placement.
- Look at maps/transportation
- Introduce yourself to the EP
- Read policies, dress code, etc.
- Get information about your first day.
What are the two main documents required to be submitted by everyone prior to starting your practicum?
Police Information Check (with Vulnerable Sector)
Intervention Record Check
Who/what are the four primary roles involved in CYC practicums, other than the students?
Career Coaches
Job Developers
Instructors
Supervisors/Employer Partners
What does it mean when a goal is measurable?
There is data that can be assessed/analyzed relating to the goal/metrics attached to the goal.
Example - I will do better in school is NOT measurable (while you can look at marks and how they've changed, "better" is not specific enough to be measured).
I will get at least 70% in all of my classes is specifically measurable, as there are metrics attached.
Name 3 benefits of Digital Badging.
- Badges can be shared on things like LinkedIn/Resumes/Email Signatures
- It showcases skills not on a transcript
- It is a verified achievement, backed up by the College
- It is concrete evidence of your skills to share with employers
What does the acronym SOAR stand for?
Student Opportunity & Achievement Record
How many ESAT assessments are there during P1, and who is responsible for each one?
Initial Self Assessment - Student
Midterm Evaluation - Supervisor
Final Evaluation - Student and Supervisor
What are the names of the current 4 CYC WILCEC staff?
Grayson
Holly
Tiffany
Natalia
What do each of the 5 letters stand for in the acronym SMART?
Measurable
Achievable
Relevant
Timely
Who would you contact in this scenario?
You are scheduled to be at your practicum on Wednesday from 8AM to 4PM, but on Tuesday morning you wake up sick, and by the afternoon you do not feel better and cannot attend your practicum.
Career Coach, Instructor, Supervisor (EP)
What is the attendance policy for P1? (Practicum and Seminar)
- No more than 2 days of practicum missed
- No more than 3 days of seminar missed
What does ESAT stand for?
Employability Skills Assessment Tool
Name at least 3 services/supports (categories) offered by the Career Education Centre.
- SOAR
- Job Board
- Networking
- Career Supports (resume, career planning, interviews, etc.)
- Career Fair/Events
- Career Mentorship Program
- Student Ambassadors
- LinkedIn Resources
- Employment Resources
Give an example of a SMART goal a CYC practicum student may have - include all aspects of the SMART acronym.
In CareerQuest Hub, what is the sidebar header of your courses/where are they listed under?
Experiential Education
Name at least 3 benefits of WIL/reasons it is important.
Think of: students, employers, alumni, community
- Students: gain relevant experience; build knowledge; develop networks; launch careers.
- Employer Partners: new ideas and theories from students; new trained recruits
- Alumni: networks
- Community: benefits through having newly trained graduates/practitioners
What are the four skills you are being evaluated on in ESAT assessments?
Adaptability, Communication, Professionalism, Problem Solving
What does the acronym WILCEC stand for?
Work Integrated Learning and Career Education Centre
What 3 steps were followed/questions were asked when writing SMART goals?
1. What is your SMART goal?
2. Why is this goal important to you?
3. What actions/steps will you complete to achieve this goal?
In CareerQuest Hub under resources.