15. Key Changes Over Time |
Have there been any major changes in the content or delivery of this initiative over time? If yes, please give brief details. | The program is now two semesters of class instruction with one semester of co-op. Courses are designed for accelerated learning. |
16. Performance Indicators |
What indicators are used, if any, to measure the performance of this program? | 95%- 100% of students receive a co-op placement each term. In 2003-4 61% received work in their field and 87% got work. Number of students that receive a designation CHRP, CEBS, CCA and CTDP |
| 17. Monitoring and Evaluation Mechanisms; Reporting | What arrangements are there, if any, for the monitoring and evaluation of this program and for reporting on the results? | Self-evaluation, co-op advisor and employer/supervisor evaluation. There’s one site visit by the co-op advisor. |
| 18. Key Results or Outcomes | What have been the main achievements or outcomes of this program to date? | Almost all graduates obtain the CHRP designation. Graduates receive employment. Students set performance goals. Many are hired permanent full-time. |
| 19. Difficulties or Barriers | What difficulties or barriers to success have been experienced by this program, if any? | |
| 20. Promotion / Publication Channels | How is information about the program or initiative publicised or promoted to potential participants? | Materials sent out, e-mailed, advertise at the Chamber of Commerce, website, participation in Professional Association related to placements, in-person cold calls to recruit employers. |
| 21. Future Plans | Please give brief details of any future plans for this initiative, especially key objectives or planned changes. | In the future, a more focused on-line program will be launched across country and around the world. |
| 22. Other Relevant Info | Please provide any other important information about this initiative which is not covered in your previous responses. | |
| 23. Key Contact Details | Name and title of senior contact or other information point, with address, telephone and email details if known | Mary Wright Manager of Co-op and Career Services mwright@conestogac.on.ca Anna Bortolon |