This twenty-two month Certificate Program provides students with the opportunity to:

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CONTINUING STUDIES

Application Package

ADVANCED EMPLOYMENT SKILLS CERTIFICATE

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read the

INFORMATION

section in full

2. Complete the

PERSONAL

INFORMATION

section

3. Complete the

ADMISSION

ROUTES

and

ACADEMIC

HISTORY

sections

4. Complete the

COMPETENCIES

QUESTIONNAIRE

5. Sign to say that you have read the

DECLARATION

and

PRIVACY AND INFORMATION RELEASE

STATEMENT

6. See

APPLICATION

CHECKLIST

for required attachments

INFORMATION

Advanced Employment Skills Certificate (AESC) Overview

This twenty-two month Certificate Program provides students with the opportunity to:

• Gain valuable work experience with a local employer;

• Earn 30 credits towards a UNBC degree;

• Build computer, project management, interpersonal and digital marketing skills; and,

• Obtain applied project planning and execution experience.

For the student, there is no cost to participation. Each student is placed with an employer full-time while the

employer covers the cost of tuition, accommodation in UNBC’s residence, and participation in UNBC’s food plan,

for 20 of the 22 months. During the two months where these costs are not covered by the employer sponsor (the

summer work term), the student will be paid a direct wage by their employer sponsor and offered a value added

package for accommodation by UNBC. Students are not paid during the program except for the summer work

term.

While working, students attend class in the evenings (two to three nights per week) and on weekends (one

weekend per semester) to avoid conflict with their full-time work. As part of the work commitment, students will

complete a large project for the employer.

The AESC course offerings include a combination of academic and applied Continuing Studies courses. The

learning outcomes associated with the AESC include: (1) academic breadth and depth, (2) analytical, critical, and

creative thought, (3) liberality, inclusiveness and an appreciation of diversity, (4) personal growth, leadership skills

and effective communication, (5) engaged citizenship from the local to the global level and (6) lifelong learning and

intellectual development.

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Applicant Information

The first intake for the AESC will be September, 2015. This first intake will run from September,

2015 through to June, 2017 (22 months in duration). This program is designed for people who have

not previously attended secondary; however, students with transferable credits from a

post-secondary institution will be considered, comparing courses already taken to the courses being

offered as part of this Certificate program. Students with transferable credit will be expected to

attend classes they have obtained transfer credit for, for audit purposes.

To apply you must be:

• A Canadian Citizen or permanent resident;

• Eligible to work in Canada;

• A future UNBC student (i.e. not yet registered as a student at UNBC) who would like to attend

the Prince George campus;

• Able to work 30 to 35 hours per week for 22 months straight;

• Able to attend evening and weekend classes (one per semester) for the 22 months of the

program; and,

• Able to complete a project over the 22 month period, as agreed upon by your employer sponsor

and a Continuing Studies representative.

• Eligible to take Math 150, having completed one of the prerequisite courses: Principles of Math

12, or Pre-calculus 12, or Math Foundations 12 or Math 115-3.

Accommodation & Food

AESC students will be provided accommodation in UNBC’s residences. The residences are a minute walk to

the main campus. Each student will have access to: a kitchen, common area and their own bedroom. Each

student is required to bring their own bedding and pillows. Additional residence amenities include: study

lounges, common lounges, laundry facilities and parking. Students will be responsible for the cost of parking

and the $250 housing damage deposit.

While living in residence, AESC students will have access to UNBC’s 7-Day Meal Plan. This Meal Plan provides

students with unlimited access to the Dining Hall and all of its Food Service Options from 7am to 11pm

Monday to Friday and 8am-10pm Saturday and Sunday. Please note that the hours of operation may change

for the May/June intersession semester. Persons with food allergies will be accommodated. Students will be

responsible for the cost of accommodation and food over the summer work term (July and August of 2016).

Note: During the 22 months of the AESC, students will have access to all of the services available to UNBC

students. Information on student services can be found at unbc.ca/services

Key Dates (2015)

June 1

AESC call for applicants opens

June 30

AESC application deadline

July 1 - 14

Applicant pre-screening

July 14 - 31

Applicant interviews

August 3 - 7

Applicant placement offers made

August 10 - 31

Student orientation

September 8

First day of work

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AESC curriculum

1. September - December

2015 Semester

• ENGL 170 - Writing & Communication Skills

• Computer Skills

• COMM 100 - Intro to Canadian Business

2. January - April 2016

Semester

• MATH 150 - Finite Mathematics for Business Economics

• Project Management • ECON 100 - Microeconomics

3. May - August 2016

Semester

• ENVS 101 - Intro to Environmental Citizenship

• Project ID and Plan

• Paid Summer Work-Term (July 4th - Aug 29th)

4. September - December

2016 Semester

• FNST 100 - the Aboriginal People of Canada

• Interpersonal Skills

• ECON 101 - Macroeconomics

5. January - April 2017

Semester

• COMM 240 - Intro to Marketing

• Digital Marketing • COMM 210 - Financial

Accounting

6. May - June 2017

Semester

• POLS 100 - Intro to

Contemporary Political Issues

• Final Project

PERSONAL INFORMATION

LEGAL First Name LEGAL Last Name BC Student PEN #

Preferred First Name Former Last Name (if applicable) Preferred Title:

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MS

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MISS

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MRS

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MR

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Other:

Telephone Cell Email Address

Address 1 Address 2

City/Town Province Postal Code

Date of Birth ( MM/DD/YY) Gender

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Female

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Male

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Other

Do you have a disability?

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Yes

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No

Marital Status

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Married

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Single/Never Married

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Previously Married Aboriginal Status

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First Nation Status

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First Nation Non-Status

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Métis

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Inuit

Name of your Band or Nation (if applicable) Emergency Contact First Name Emergency Contact Last Name Emergency Contact’s Relationship to You:

Emergency Contact Daytime Phone Number Emergency Contact Evening Phone Number

CITIZENSHIP & IMMIGRATION STATUS

Country of Citizenship Country of Birth Which best describes you:

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Permanent Resident/Landed Immigrant

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Canadian Citizen

Date of Entry into Canada First Language/Mother Tongue Have you been attending a school where the primary language of instruction is English?

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No

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Yes (How many years? _______ ) Please list any additional languages spoken:

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ADMISSION ROUTES -

CHECK ONE WHICH BEST DESCRIBES YOU

High School

o

I am currently completing high school for the first time. (Note: interim transcripts from your high school are required as part of your application)

o

I have completed high school, and have not attended any post-secondary institution(s).

o

I have completed high school, and am currently upgrading.

o

I have attempted fewer than 15 university transferable credits at a postsecondary institution(s). Other

o

Mature: I am 21 years of age, a Canadian Citizen and/or permanent resident of Canada.

ACADEMIC HISTORY

Secondary Schools Attended (Please list most current first)

From To Name of School Location (City/Province) Grade Level _Completed

MM YY MM YY

Official transcripts from the Ministry of Education must be included

All Post-Secondary Institutions Previously/Currently Attending (Please list most current first)

From To Name of School Location (City/Province) Grade Level _Completed

MM YY MM YY

Official transcripts from ALL post-secondary institutions must be received at UNBC directly from those issuing institutions To submit form

1. In person to Continuing Studies 2. By email to cstudies@unbc.ca

AUTHORIZATION TO ACT ON BEHALF OF -

OPTIONAL

You may wish to authorize someone to act on your behalf with respect to application status, registrations, financial information/activities, transcripts or graduation. Authorization to act on behalf of means one can perform transactions on the applicant’s behalf. This information release will be valid for one calendar year. If you wish to designate someone to act on your behalf, please provide:

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COMPETENCIES QUESTIONNAIRE

taken from: 31 Core Competencies Explained (no date) Available at: http://www.workforce.com/

articles/31-core-competencies-explained (Accessed: 30 April 2015)

The competency information provided will be used to assess each applicant’s suitability for the program, match appropriateness

for employer sponsors, and identify areas of development for accepted applicant’s to work on as they move through the program.

Of the competencies listed below please indicate the competencies you feel you are the strongest in

versus those you would like to develop:

Fostering Teamwork:

As a team member, you have the ability and desire to work cooperatively with others on a team.

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Strong In

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Would like to develop

Managing Performance:

You take responsibility for your own performance, by setting clear goals and expectations, tracking

progress against the goals, ensuring feedback, and addressing performance problems and issues promptly.

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Strong In

○ Attention to Communication:

You ensure that information is passed on to others who should be kept informed.

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Strong In

○ Oral Communication:

You express yourself clearly in conversations and interactions with others.

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Strong In

○ Written Communication:

You express yourself clearly in business writing.

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Strong In

○ Persuasive Communication:

You can plan and deliver oral and written communications that make an impact and persuade your intended

audiences.

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Strong In

○ Interpersonal Awareness:

You interpret and anticipate others’ concerns and feelings, and communicate this awareness empathetically to others.

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Strong In

○ Customer Orientation:

You demonstrate concern for satisfying customers.

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Strong In

○ Analytical Thinking:

You tackle problems by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.

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Strong In

○ Technical Expertise:

You demonstrate depth of knowledge and skill in a technical area.

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Strong In

○ Initiative:

You identify what needs to be done and do it before being asked.

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Strong In

○ Self Confidence:

You believe in your ideas and are capable of being successful.

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Strong In

○ Stress Management:

You are able to function effectively when under pressure.

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Strong In

○ Flexibility:

You are open to different and new ways of doing things.

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See reverse for instructions

ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD -

OPTIONAL

Students have the opportunity to opt out of free accommodation and the meal plan. Choosing this option means you will be responsible for covering all living expenses. Students also have the alternative option to live off campus and take advantage of UNBC’s meal plan. If you would prefer this option, please check the appropriate box below. Choosing this option means you will be responsible for all living expenses except food offered as part of UNBC’s meal plan. Please note, you have the option to opt back in to UNBC’s free accommodation and meal plan at any time during the program by contacting Lesley Anderson, Con¬tinuing Studies Coordinator.

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If accepted into this program I wish to opt out of free accommodation and the meal plan.

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If accepted into this program I wish to opt out of free accommodation only and still take part in the free meal plan.

DECLARATION

I hereby declare that the information I have submitted in this Application for Admission/Readmission is correct and true. I understand that completion of this signed application permits the University of Northern British Columbia to request and/or confirm any information necessary to support my Application for Admission/Readmission; that submission of any false statement or documents will result in the immediate cancellation of admission or registration to the University of Northern British Columbia; and that information on falsifications may be shared with the Member Institutions of Universities of Canada.

PRIVACY AND INFORMATION RELEASE STATEMENT

Students are advised that the use of information provided on this application form, and other information placed in a student record, complies with the BC Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and with the policies and procedures of the University of Northern British Columbia. In addition to internal administrative uses related to student admission, registration and status, student information may also be used in strict confidence in University research and planning. Certain student information is provided on a confidential basis to Partner Institutions, to Statistics Canada as governed by the Canada Statistics Act, and to the BC Government. The internal use of student records, and the obligatory reporting of student data to external bodies, respect the absolute confidentiality of student information.

I have read and understand the “Declaration” and “Privacy and Information Release Statement” above:

Signature:________________________________ Date: _____________

If you are under 19 years of age, you must get your parent/guardian to sign below:

Signature:________________________________ Date: _____________

ADDITIONAL APPLICATION QUESTION

1. Please indicate you have the required resources to cover the living expenses not covered by the AESC Program:

○ Yes

○ No

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

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Completed Application Form

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Transcripts (if applicable)

Note:

if you are currently enrolled in high school you are required to

provide interim transcripts from your high school as part of your application.

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Cover letter

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Resume

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Three References (as part of the applicant pre-screening, applicant references will be checked)

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Application question answer (see above)

End of Application Package

To submit form

1. In person to Continuing Studies 2. By email to cstudies@unbc.ca