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CLFE 0311: Career Literacy Foundations
Effective date
April 2018
Department
ABE Fundamentals
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
Career Literacy Foundations meets the requirements of the ABE Fundamental Level Career and Education Planning outcomes. The goal of CLFE 0311 is to enhance employment readiness skills of adult learners, in addition to their own self awareness of their strengths and areas for work. Students will learn the skills, knowledge, and attitudes to explore occupational and educational goals in a changing and diverse world.
Credits
0.0
Year of study
Below Grade 10 Equivalency
Prerequisites
Departmental approval required.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Students will meet the outcomes as stated for ABE Career Planning, located in the 2017/2018 ABE Articulation Handbook: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/education/post-secondary-education/adult-education/abe_guide.pdf Dated April 4, 2018
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 78
Total Hours: 78
Total Hours: 78
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include, but are not limited to: lectures, use of print and electronic visual
prompts, individualized instruction, 1-1 and group work, group discussions, computer use, activities making use of auditory, tactile and sensory learning, and peer reviewed teaching strategies.
prompts, individualized instruction, 1-1 and group work, group discussions, computer use, activities making use of auditory, tactile and sensory learning, and peer reviewed teaching strategies.
Grading System
Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory
Passing grade
S (60%)
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
40 |
Completion of workbook exercises including |
|
Project |
30 |
Completion of a career exploration project and a cover letter/resume project |
|
Field Experience |
10 |
Explore an industry training opportunity and reflect on the process |
|
Participation |
10 |
5% Attendance, 5% participation in collaborative, class based activities |
|
Other |
10 |
Job Interview Role Play |
Course topics
- Communication Skills: active listening, effective speaking, and non-verbal communication Education and Career Exploration Skills: the current labour market, jobs, education paths, and community resources Personal Awareness Skills: recognizing and managing emotions, time management, values, interests, and skills Interpersonal Skills: team work, dealing with conflict, and working in a diverse society Living Skills: personal wellness, budgeting, consumer choices, and community resources Job Search Skills: the job search process, cover letters, resumes, and interviews Training Experience: participation in a training experience
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.