Program application package 2015/16

2015 - 2016
PROGRAM APPLICATION PACKAGE
Submit to your Secondary School
Career Education Contact or Coordinator
SOUTH ISLAND PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM APPLICATION INFORMATION
GETTING STARTED
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Students and parents meet with a school career coordinator/counsellor to discuss SIP program options.
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Important: college course(s) will be recorded on your permanent post-secondary file. Careful consideration is to be
made when deciding to take a post-secondary program.
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Students should not take a post-secondary program unless they are prepared to attend all classes and complete all
assignments.
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Withdrawal Process: Students wishing to withdraw from a program must first contact the SIP Office immediately.
Visit our website: camosun.ca/learn/south-island-partnership. Questions can be directed to your school career
coordinator/counsellor or the SIP office (250-370-4827, email SIP@camosun.bc.ca).
Individual Education Plan (IEP): Students with a learning condition or other disability which may require additional
support services should make an appointment with the Disability Resource Centre (250-370-4049).
HOW TO APPLY (please complete all forms in ink)
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See your school career coordinator/counsellor for assistance completing this package.
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Sample the Campus applications are supplied by April Atkins (AtkinsA@camosun.bc.ca; 250-370-4827).
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Where applicants exceed availability, a waitlist may be established.
ACE IT trades students will also fill out an Industry Training Authority (ITA) Apprentice/Sponsor registration form.
Return the completed application package to your school career coordinator/counsellor for submission to:
SIP Office, Camosun College, Jack White Building Room 105C, 4461 Interurban Road, Victoria, BC V9E 2C1
or via Fax: 250-370-3723 (only when payment is made with a credit card).
Students are accepted based on meeting qualifications and date of application received in the SIP office.
Students will be notified if qualified and accepted into the program. Program applicants will be required to attend an
orientation. ACE IT (trades) students may be required to complete an assessment.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION CHECKLIST (please complete all forms in ink)
 Completed SIP Application Form, including ALL signatures
 Application Fee (via credit card or cheque made payable to Camosun College) *non-refundable
 Signed Permission to Release Information Form (a College requirement)
 Completed and signed Responsibility Agreement AND Student Statement of Commitment forms
 Completed and signed Student Education/Transition Plan
 Transcript of marks for the last completed year, including grades ten and eleven
 Teacher Recommendation Form or Attendance Record
 Evidence of 30-hour related Work Experience
 Completed and signed Sponsorship Form, where applicable
 English & Math Assessments, where applicable
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Incomplete applications will be returned to the high school, unprocessed.
Tuition fees will be paid by your school district.
You are responsible for the non-refundable application fee, textbooks, equipment, supplies, and clothing.
Fees may change without notice.
DUAL CREDIT PROCESS
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Students will receive high school credits and marks on their high school transcript.
Students will also receive college credit for the program. Apply for a college transcript to receive your report.
http://camosun.ca/services/_documents/transcript-request.pdf
Program Acceptance Disclaimer: These programs may not be governed by Camosun College’s policies on admission and
academic progress and promotion.
Have you applied to or attended Camosun College before?
South Island Partnership
Camosun College
4461 Interurban Road
Victoria BC V9E 2C1
 Yes
If yes, what is your
Camosun College
Student Number?
250-370-4827 SIP@camosun.ca
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SOUTH ISLAND PARTNERSHIP APPLICATION FORM
PERSONAL INFORMATION (please print clearly)
LEGAL LAST NAME
FORMER LAST NAME (if applicable)
LEGAL FIRST NAME
PREFERRED FIRST NAME (if applicable)
MIDDLE NAME(S)
Check if you have none
CITIZENSHIP STATUS
Canadian
If you are not a citizen of Canada, please select your official status in Canada (documentation required):
Permanent Resident/Landed Immigrant, provide copy of card front and back:
Other Visa or Permit, provide copy of passport picture and Study Permit:
DATE OF BIRTH
M M
D D
Y Y Y Y
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GENDER
Male
*Providing your SIN helps us to ensure the
accuracy and completeness of your transcript and
your tuition tax receipt.
SOCIAL INSURANCE NUMBER (optional*)
Female
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CONTACT INFORMATION
MAILING ADDRESS
CITY
STUDENT HOME TELEPHONE NUMBER
PROVINCE
STUDENT CELL PHONE NUMBER
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POSTAL CODE
STUDENT EMAIL
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PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME
PARENT/GUARDIAN PHONE NUMBER
PARENT EMAIL
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EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME
RELATIONSHIP TO STUDENT
EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE NUMBER
________ - ________ - ____________
PROGRAM CHOICE (A collection of courses that usually leads to a credential, such as Welding or HCA)
PROGRAM (full-time)
PROGRAM LOCATION
PREFERRED START DATE
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 ACE IT Apprenticeship
 ACE IT Foundation
COURSE CHOICE (A course covers one subject, such as Math 100 or Eng 151)
COURSE
COURSE LOCATION
COURSE
COURSE LOCATION
COURSE
COURSE LOCATION
COURSE START DATE
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COURSE START DATE
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COURSE START DATE
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COURSE
COURSE LOCATION
COURSE START DATE
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SECONDARY SCHOOL (HIGH SCHOOL) INFORMATION
BC Personal Education Number (PEN) if known
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SECONDARY SCHOOL NAME
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GRADE CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN
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EXPECTED GRADUATION DATE
M M
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Y Y Y Y
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SD #
TEACHER / COUNSELLOR NAME (please print):
APPROVAL (signature):
DATE
TRANSCRIPTS
1. Submit up-to-date high school grade information (unofficial transcript) with this application.
2. To request transfer credit assessment at Camosun College for course(s) taken at another institution to meet prerequisite requirements or credential requirements, you
must submit official transcripts. When submitting official paper transcripts, they must be in an envelope sealed by the sending secondary school (high school). For
dated and out-of-province transcripts, you may be required to submit official course outlines. Official transcripts from out-of-country must be accompanied by official
course outlines (if in languages other than English, you must include official translations into English).
ACCEPTANCE TO A PROGRAM
All program applicants will participate in an orientation prior to acceptance to a program. Acceptance is subject to seat availability, completion of prerequisites, and work
experience. Application fees are processed upon acceptance into a program. This does not apply to course applications.
VOLUNTARY DISCLOSURE
By completing this section, you indicate you understand that you may be contacted by the school, based on the information you provide (extra college services may be
available).
Are you of Aboriginal ancestry? (First Nations, Mėtis or Inuit)
If Yes, are you
First Nations Status
Yes
First Nations Non-Status
No
Inuit
Metis
Do you have an Individual Education Plan (IEP), a learning condition or other disability for which you may require additional support services?
Yes
No If Yes, your next step is to make an appointment with the Disability Resource Centre
www.camosun.ca/drc
250-370-4049
WITHDRAWAL POLICY
To receive full tuition refund, you must withdraw within two weeks of the start of class. To avoid a permanent academic record for low achievement, students may
withdraw from a course prior to the withdrawal deadline. The deadline to withdraw without academic penalty falls after completion of 66% of the academic term. For all
withdraws or for more information, contact the South Island Partnership office.
DECLARATION
The personal information on this form and other personal information which forms part of your student record is collected under the legal authority of College and
Institutes Act, [RSBC 1996] c.52, and the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act [RSBC1996] c. 165. The information is used for administrative and
statistical research purposes of the college and/or the ministries or agencies of the Government of British Columbia and the Government of Canada. The information will
be protected, used, and disclosed in compliance with those acts. Except as provided in the foregoing, the personal information collected on this form and other personal
information which forms part of your student record will not be disclosed to any other person without your consent. A “Permission to Release Information” form, available
from Student Services and camosun.ca, must be signed in order for Camosun College to provide access or release your personal information to any other person.
However, Camosun College may be required to release a student’s personal information if it becomes aware of compelling circumstances where there is a risk to the
health and safety of the student or others.
Please read the following before signing:
1. I declare that the information contained in this application is to the best of my knowledge complete and correct.
2. I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the college.
3. I understand the application fee is non-refundable, is required from all applicants to a program, and the application will not be processed until this fee is received.
4. I understand and agree that acceptance of this application in no way guarantees admission to the program and that this application is subject to the availability of
seats. I understand and agree the college reserves the right to modify or cancel any program without notice or prejudice.
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Signature of Applicant
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Date
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Signature of Parent/Guardian
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Date
FEES
APPLICATION FEE - Payment is due with each application (non-refundable) TUITION FEE
(Credit card and cash will not be accepted)
(Cash will not be accepted) $38.64
Invoice School District __________
Cheque or Money Order (attach) Payable to Camosun College
Visa
MasterCard
American Express
Card No: _________ _________ _________ _________
Expiry ____ / ____
MM
YY
Name of Card Holder:
Invoiced by SIP Office (contact SIP office to confirm method)
Secondary students completing an application to register in a college
course are often sponsored by the school district. To confirm sponsorship
eligibility, speak with your high school counselor for details.
JCB
School to identify if a student is reported through DL
Yes
No
External Sponsorship Form
PERMISSION TO RELEASE INFORMATION
AND
AUTHORIZATION TO ACT ON MY BEHALF
The British Columbia Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act provides that the college may not release any
information pertaining to student records to anyone other than the student owner of the record without the student’s
consent.
Further, the college does not normally allow any person other than the student to conduct student-related business with the
college on behalf of the student.
In order to allow the South Island Partnership and your parent(s)/guardian(s) to conduct student-related business on your
behalf, you must complete and submit this form as part of the SIP application package.
Student Name: ______________________________________
Last Name (please print)
Camosun Student #: C (Office Use Only)
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First Name (please print)
Date of Birth (mo/day/year): ________________
To the Enrolment Services Department:
The following secondary school ______________________________________________________________________
and Parent(s)/Guardian(s) (please print) _______________________________________________________________
have permission to access my student records and conduct student related business on my behalf while registered in
a South Island Partnership course/program.
Student Signature: ___________________________________________________
Questions?
South Island Partnership Phone 250-370-4827
SIP@camosun.bc.ca
Date: ____________________
RESPONSIBILITY AGREEMENT - PROGRAMS
High School/School District, SIP, and Camosun Responsibilities
We will:
 provide tuition funding for program training at Camosun College
 inform you of the training requirements specific to your career area and provide you with background information on
requirements for Camosun College
 assist you to meet all prerequisites and create an Education/Transition Plan that maps your final years of high school
 help you to complete a SIP application package and submit it to SIP on your behalf
 register you as an ACE IT student (for trades programs only)
 provide you with student support services as needed (assessment, learning skills, English and/or math upgrading,
counselling, disability resources)
 encourage you to be proactive in informing the Disability Resource Centre of specific learning needs and IEPs (make an
appointment with our DRC by calling 250-370-4049)
 liaise with your parents, high schools teachers, and Camosun instructors regarding your college progress and
participation
 provide post-secondary marks to your high school for graduation credits
Student Responsibilities
As a South Island Partnership student, I agree to:
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understand that punctuality and attendance are mandatory at Camosun
contact my instructor and the SIP office (250-370-4826) immediately if I will be absent or late
follow the Camosun College Student Conduct Policy (refer to http://www.camosun.bc.ca/learn/becoming/policies.html)
respect that my home school Code of Conduct applies to all courses and programs
 respect, compliance, and effort are required at all times
successfully meet all prerequisites before attending Camosun
participate in a Math or English upgrading program/assessment if deemed necessary
undergo a relevant work experience placement in my chosen program area
submit a completed application package and the application fee to my high school career counsellor
attend a SIP orientation when invited
meet program homework and study expectations (2-4 hours daily)
strive to achieve a passing mark of at least 70% in my program
inform my Camosun instructor and my school career coordinators of withdrawal from my courses as soon as possible
understand that failure to withdraw in advance of 66% of program completion may result in an “F” on both my high
school and post-secondary transcripts; (withdrawal must occur before the final third of the course begins)
be aware that if I require an extension, I will be responsible for both tuition and student ancillary fee payment
understand that it is recommended that students attend after-session tutorials offered by the instructor
purchase required text books, support materials, equipment, and clothing
contact the SIP office should I need assistance (250-370-4827)
Student Name (please print clearly): ___________________________________________
Student Signature: ________________________________________________________
Date: _________________________
Parent/Guardian Name (please print clearly): __________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature: ________________________________________________
Date: __________________________
Career Counsellor Name: _____________________________________ High School: __________________________________
STUDENT STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT
Students applying to take a program must complete this form.
Student Name: ________________________________________________________________
(please print clearly)
Date: _______________
Describe why this is the career area for you.
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Describe how your work experience or school activities have prepared you for this program.
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Describe what you will do to be successful in this program.
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Student Signature: _____________________________________________________
Date: _______________________
STUDENT EDUCATION/TRANSITION PLAN
Develop your Education/Transition Plan. Include courses required for entry into the program you will participate in while attending Camosun College or another postsecondary institution.
Name: _________________________________________________
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High School: _______________________________
Date: _______________________________
Ensure you have included and considered your graduation requirements in your Education/Transition Plan.
You may need to modify your timeline to achieve your graduation requirements & participate in the program.
Complete the 3-Year Education/Transition Plan in full, beginning with your Grade 10 courses.
Timetable changes should be made with the approval of your school’s Career Coordinator/Counsellor.
Include any Dual Credits and SSA Credits in your predicted credit count.
Students are required to complete a minimum of 80 credits (equivalent to 20 four-credit courses) in Grades 10 –
12 for graduation. Most students choose to complete more than 80 credits.
1. Required Courses - 52 credits in courses listed below:
Course
Credits
Course
Credits
English 10
4
English 11
4
Fine Arts or Applied Skills 10, 11, 12
4
Social Studies 11, Civics 11, First Nations 12
4
Science 10
4
Mathematics 11 or 12
4
Mathematics 10
4
Science 11 or 12
4
Physical Education 10
4
English 12 or English First Peoples
4
Planning 10
4
* Graduation Transitions 12
4
Social Studies 10
4
Note: Graduation = Minimum 4 Grade 12 level courses + * Graduation Transitions 12
Year
Year
Gr 10
Sem 1
Gr 10
Sem 2
Total Credits:
available)
Transition Program:
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Year
Gr 11
Sem 1
Gr 11
Sem 2
Total Credits:
Total Credits Predicted (Required + Elective) =
2. Elective Courses – 28 credits
Students can choose to complete elective
requirements through the South Island
Partnership
– Dual Credit Programs/Courses
(PSIB Credits) and/or
Secondary School Apprenticeship Program
(SSA Credits=SSA 11A, 11B, 12A, 12B,
Gr 12
Sem 1
Gr 12
Sem 2
Total Credits:
Year
Transition Program/Course(s)
Sem 1
Sem 2
Total Credits:
Predicted Graduation Date:
Teacher/Counsellor (Print Name)
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Parent/Guardian (Print Name)
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Teacher/Counsellor (Signature)
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Parent/Guardian (Signature)
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Student Signature
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TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORM
Student Name: ______________________________________________________________________
ACE IT Program Applying for: ___________________________________________________________
Teacher Name: ______________________________________________________________________
Subject: ____________________________________________________________________________
(Related to Program applied for)
Current letter grade: __________ Absences ____________ Lates _____________
Please check the following traits as:
Excellent
Good
Satisfactory
Needs
Improvement
Maturity
Ability to follow instructions
Enthusiasm and interest
Adaptable – adjusts to new tasks
Follows through on assigned tasks
Attendance
Punctuality
Shows motivation to learn new skills
Can work independently
Has positive attitude towards work
Accepts constructive criticism
Please comment on the student’s readiness for post-secondary learning
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Teacher Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: ______________________