Cooperative Education
is a program that integrates classroom theory with practical experience in
a workplace. The program is based on an agreement between the school and
community partner, and involves the participation of students, teachers and placement
supervisors.
Students are in class at the beginning of a semester, work
at their placement for the majority of the semester, and occasionally return to
class to integrate their off-site learning experience. Coop teachers
visit placements on a regular basis to monitor student progress and ensure
safety standards are implemented.
Students can select a half
day, two credit Coop program (morning or afternoon) or a full day, four
credit Coop program.