12. Organizational Dimensions

 Please describe any key organizational dimensions of this initiative, e.g. delivery mechanisms, number of trainers, reporting structure etc.

The selection process for RAP, Health Services and Academic Technical/Professional employment opportunities is a competitive activity. Applicants are screened and go through an interview process. Therefore, students interested in exploring these career opportunities must participate in the Careers Programs at their high school. Students meet one lunch period per week to research their career selections, complete and present a skills portfolio and prepare for the selection interview process.

13. Partnerships Integral or Related

 Are there any partner organizations involved in the delivery of the initiative? If so, please provide brief details of the partnership arrangements.

The Health Services Program is delivered on behalf of CCC/CAREERS in the local high schools and surrounding communities of Fort Chipewyan and Janvier.

School off-campus coordinators ensure that students complete the following before submitting an application for Part II: Work Experience:

  • Research personal Career Suitability through CHOICES software or similar product
  • Career information researched through ALIS or other sources on at least two careers of interest to them
  • Student must interview a mentor in their chosen field
  • Student must attend a career presentation related to their chosen field through professional
  • associations, trades camps, career fairs or expert talks
  • Student must complete CSTS
  • Student must have a minimum of 8 additional hours of safety training which could be accomplished through CTR 1210 or attendance at another safety training course
  • Student must develop and present their career portfolio
  • Student must complete Standard First Aid

Once students have completed Part 1, they may apply for a 6 week career related work experience summer internship. This may be paid or un-paid. RAP students will complete a three week unpaid internship and then proceed to paid work term.