Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE) - 284

Ontario College Certificate

Two years

This program offers students with intellectual disabilities and other significant learning challenges the opportunity to pursue a postsecondary education, prepare for success in entry level work, build independence and self-advocacy skills for adult life.

Intellectual disability individuals with peers in college to develop skills for employment

How to Apply

Overview

Program Highlights

Individualized program that allows you to experience all aspects of college life.
Opportunities for personal growth through social engagement.
Collaborative projects with other program areas.
Students engage in a core curriculum and some elective option with individualized supports.
Learning in an inclusive.
Person-centred environment.
Participate in integrated courses in other program areas through core courses and academic experience courses.

What you'll learn

Enhance academic and vocational skills through modified programming to meet your individual needs.
Strengthen basic numeracy, communications and computer skills.
Build communication skills.
Increase technology skills.
Build independence and advocacy.
Build on professional and work ready skills.

Program Length

September Intake - Start 2 academic years (period of 8 months each year)
OR
May Intake - allows students to complete a two-year Certificate program in 16 months.

Students will start in May and be in school for four continuous semesters: (Spring/Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer)
Students will not be off during the summer.

Tuition and Fees

2019 - 2020 Domestic Tuition and Fees

	Semester 1	Semester 2
Compulsory Ancillary Fees	$656.63	$635.86
Optional Ancillary Fees	$104.43	$44.43
Co-op Fees	N/A	N/A
Compulsory Program Fees	$0.00	$0.00
Domestic Tuition	$1,354.04	$1,354.04
Total Domestic Charges Per Semester	$2,115.10	$2,034.33
Total 1st Year Fees		$4,149.43

Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.

Awards: Scholarships and Bursaries
OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).
Full Cost Breakdown

Additional Information

Financial Assistance

Admission

Eligibility

An intellectual disability with a demonstrated need for a modified curriculum
A level of independence that does not require constant support

Application Process

Complete an Ontario Colleges application form. Important (Apply before February 1 for September admission or before November 1 for May admission).
CICE application package will be mailed upon receipt of the Ontario Colleges application.
Intake package completed fully and returned to CICE program.
Once CICE receives package applicants will be contacted to arrange a personal interview.
Program will review application, references and required documentation.

Documentation Required

Questionnaire
Resume
2 personal references
Proof of disability and need for modified curriculum (ODSP assessment, or Psycho-educational assessment or a Doctor’s note with an IEP)

Note: this is a Competitive Program

Apply by February 1st for September, November 1st for May.

How you’ll gain skills

Experience two unpaid work placements.
Explore academic content through field trips and site visits.
Apply cumulative program knowledge through a capstone research project.
Through a mix of on-campus labs and simulations.

Work Experience

For more information regarding the CICE 126 hour work experience, please contact the job developer, deanna.aikens [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Deanna Aikens).

To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning.

Opportunities

Student build an individualized and comprehensive transition plan upon completion of the program
Transition plan is goal oriented and focuses on employment, education, independence and recreation
Students and graduates are encouraged to speak to faculty or staff about pathways

Program of Studies

Course Overview & Descriptions

Click on the course title for a course description.

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.

Review the program learning outcomes for Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE) (284)

In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.

Faculty

Carrie Leo

Contact us

Domestic Canadian Students

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Email: discover@mohawkcollege.ca

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Phone: 1-844-767-6871

International Students

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Contact International
Email: intl.representatives@mohawkcollege.ca
Phone: 1-905-575-2254
Toll free phone numbers:
For general questions: 1-888-Mohawk9 (1-888-664-2959)
North China: 10-800-714-2521
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Brazil: 0800-022-7408
Philippines: 180011102544

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*Not all programs are international eligible. Please see our programs available for international students.