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Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE)

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Type:
Certificate of Achievement
Campus: North
Program Code:
See Application Process
Length:
Four semesters, beginning in September
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Rosanna To, program co-ordinator | 416.675.6622 ext. 4288 | rosanna.to@humber.ca
  • Our Program
    Students with developmental disabilities achieve more with CICE
    Students with developmental disabilities achieve more with CICE
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    Designed to allow adults with developmental disabilities the opportunity to experience college life, the Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE) program will teach you skills you can use at college, work, home and in your community.
     
    This four-semester program will give you the support to:
     
    – participate in college programs and activities
    – develop and test skills for potential employment
    – pursue personal areas of academic, vocational and recreational interest
    – function more independently by attending classes in social, academic and life skills development
    – strengthen skills and self-confidence to enrich your quality of life and your participation in your community.
     
    In mandatory courses with your CICE classmates, you will learn independent skills in areas such as writing, basic math, communications, life skills and human relations.
     
    In elective courses you take with students from other college programs, you will explore a wide range of vocational areas. Some of the electives are: Photography, Hospitality, Broadcasting – Radio, Tourism Management, Journalism, Landscape Technician, Business and Police Foundations.
     
    Your CICE integration facilitator will adapt the elective courses according to your specific abilities so that you can participate to the best of your ability. Depending on availability and time, you will take one to three electives each semester.
     
    Note: To apply to the Community Integration through Co-operative Education (CICE) program at Humber refer to the Application Process information.

     

    Your Career

    Your Career

    Explore your full potential, experience college life and participate more actively in your community with a program that teaches you life, social and employment skills.
     
    Look beyond the limits of your developmental disability by learning new skills, making new friends and work contacts, and becoming prepared to pursue a variety of volunteer, job and social opportunities.
     
    Your well-rounded education will help you develop the competencies you’ll need to achieve greater independence and lead a meaningful and rewarding life.

     

  • Workplacement
    Beginning in semester two, students will have an opportunity to participate in a field placement either on or off campus, which gives them work experience.

     

  • Admission Requirement
    • Must have a documented developmental disability
    • Must be 19 years or older on the first day of classes
    • Participate in an interview
    • Have a willingness to participate fully in the program
    • Have a basic understanding of their personal goals
    Note: Students must arrange for their own transportation to and from Humber and from one campus to another (if applicable).
     
     
    Application Process
    • Attend the fall CICE Information Night session
    • Complete the CICE application form, which can be obtained online at healthsciences.humber.ca/programs/cice/cice1/overview1 or from the CICE office, and include a document stating developmental disability (such as an IEP report, psychological assessment, etc.)
    • Mail the application form and documentation directly to the CICE Office by February 1, 2012
    • Attend an interview with completed questionnaire, resumé, school reports, names and phone numbers of two references and one completed reference feedback form

     

  • Fees

    The 2012/2013 fee for two semesters is

    – domestic $3,435.48
    – international $12,800.
     
    Amounts listed are the total of tuition, lab and material fees, student service and auxiliary fees for the first two semesters of the 2012/2013 academic year.
     
    Fees are subject to change.

    For more information visit Fees and Financial Assistance.

    Note: Students are eligible to apply for the Ontario Special Needs Bursary. They will receive the application form once they have been accepted into the program. Students are not encouraged to apply for OSAP for this program.
Curriculum

  • Semester 1

    Course CodeCourseCredits
    CICE 103Applied Communications 1

    Applied Communications 1

    Course Code: CICE 103
    Credits: 2
    In this course students work on reading, writing, speaking and listening skills so that they can make the most of their college experience and use these skills after they graduate.
    		2
    CICE 104Elective 1A

    Elective 1A

    Course Code: CICE 104
    Credits: 3

    In this class students will have an opportunity to participate in an integrated class with the college community. The course will be modified to meet student's needs and abilities. Students will receive a grade through the CICE program.

    		3
    CICE 105Recreational Activities 1

    Recreational Activities 1

    Course Code: CICE 105
    Credits: 2
    This course is designed to help the student become familiar with the resources that are available within the college, and the community. It promotes positive and healthy lifestyles while encouraging the student to socialize and interact with his/her peers through group discussions and activities.
    		2
    CICE 106Individual Education Plan 1

    Individual Education Plan 1

    Course Code: CICE 106
    Credits: 2
    This course is designed to help students transition into college life and participate in the college to the best of their abilities and as independently as possible. This course will focus on identifying college resources and improving basic organizational skills and time management skills. Students will have an opportunity to explore their own personal strengths and needs as they begin their transition into college. Out of the classroom, students will have the opportunity to meet with their facilitator for one hour a week on an individual basis to talk and get help with organizing and preparing course work, as well as working on achieving their own goals.
    		2
    CICE 107Human Relations 1

    Human Relations 1

    Course Code: CICE 107
    Credits: 2
    This course is about the different ways in which people interact with each other. Students learn about understanding themselves and others. They talk about emotions and how to express them and respond to them. The course looks at how to start and keep relationships, as well as sexual expression and sexuality in relationships. Students learn about self-esteem, relationship limits, what other people expect, privacy, sexually transmitted diseases and birth control. This information will help students to make informed choices about relationships and sexuality.
    		2
    CICE 108Elective 1B

    Elective 1B

    Course Code: CICE 108
    Credits: 3

    In this class students will have an opportunity to participate in an integrated class with the college community. The course will be modified to meet student's needs and abilities. Students will receive a grade through the CICE program.

    		3
    CICE 109Elective 1C

    Elective 1C

    Course Code: CICE 109
    Credits: 3

    In this class students will have an opportunity to participate in an integrated class with the college community. The course will be modified to meet student's needs and abilities. Students will receive a grade through the CICE program.

    		3
    CICE 110First Aid Skills

    First Aid Skills

    Course Code: CICE 110
    Credits: 2
    This course provides the knowledge and skills required to manage illness and/or injury in emergency situations. Recognition and management of adults and children in cardiac or respiratory distress is emphasized.
    		2
    CICE 119Computer Skills

    Computer Skills

    Course Code: CICE 119
    Credits: 2
    In this course, students will work on basic computer skills, which they can use at college, in the workplace and in their personal lives. Students will be introduced to Blackboard 6, as well as discuss the use of other technology such as cell phones, pagers, and voice mail systems in their lives.
    		2

    Semester 2

    Course CodeCourseCredits
    CICE 201Numeracy

    Numeracy

    Course Code: CICE 201
    Credits: 2
    This course helps students to work on the math skills they will need at college and in daily life. Students look at how to plan their time, handle money and buy things, as well as measure ingredients, distances and body sizes.
    		2
    CICE 202Applied Communications 2

    Applied Communications 2

    Course Code: CICE 202
    Credits: 2
    In this course students work on reading, writing, speaking and listening skills so they can make the most of their college experience and use these skills after they graduate.
    		2
    CICE 203Elective 2A

    Elective 2A

    Course Code: CICE 203
    Credits: 3

    In this class students will have an opportunity to participate in an integrated class with the college community. The course will be modified to meet student's needs and abilities. Students will receive a grade through the CICE program.

    		3
    CICE 204Recreational Activities 2

    Recreational Activities 2

    Course Code: CICE 204
    Credits: 2
    This course is designed to help the student become familiar with the resources that are available within the college, and the community. It promotes positive and healthy lifestyles while encouraging the student to socialize and interact with his/her peers through group discussions and activities.
    		2
    CICE 205Individual Education Plan 2

    Individual Education Plan 2

    Course Code: CICE 205
    Credits: 2
    This course is designed to help students continue to develop the ability to confidently participate in the college as fully and as independently as possible. Students will continue to explore their own strengths and needs and identify the necessary steps to achieve their goals. Students will develop a plan of action, which will include both short and long term goals. In a classroom setting, students will have the opportunity to share their personal experiences and practice brainstorming and problem solving as a group. Students will also begin to explore supports available to them and learn how to access them independently. Students will have the opportunity to meet with their facilitator for one hour a week on an individual basis to discuss and receive assistance with organizing and planning course work as well as achieving their own goals.
    		2
    CICE 206Elective 2B

    Elective 2B

    Course Code: CICE 206
    Credits: 3

    In this class students will have an opportunity to participate in an integrated class with the college community. The course will be modified to meet student's needs and abilities. Students will receive a grade through the CICE program.

    		3
    CICE 207Human Relations 2

    Human Relations 2

    Course Code: CICE 207
    Credits: 2
    Human Relations is about the different ways in which people interact with each other. Students learn about understanding themselves and others and respecting each other's differences. They will talk about emotions, how to express them and respond appropriately to them. Students will also learn about teamwork and how to deal with conflict within a group.
    		2
    CICE 208Elective 2C

    Elective 2C

    Course Code: CICE 208
    Credits: 3

    In this class students will have an opportunity to participate in an integrated class with the college community. The course will be modified to meet student's needs and abilities. Students will receive a grade through the CICE program.

    		3
    CICE 210Job Practice 1

    Job Practice 1

    Course Code: CICE 210
    Credits: 3
    This course is designed for the student to participate in a work experience during his/her second, third and fourth semesters. The hours and work expectations will increase accordingly over the three semesters. During his/her job practice placement, the student will have the opportunity to learn new skills, which will help him/her prepare for future employment.

    Students will begin work experience on campus and as his/her skills increase and need for support decreases, he/she will be provided a placement in the community.
    		3

    Semester 3

    Course CodeCourseCredits
    CICE 301Job Practice 2

    Job Practice 2

    Course Code: CICE 301
    Credits: 3
    This course is designed for the student to participate in a work experience during his/her second, third and fourth semesters. The hours and work expectations will increase accordingly over the three semesters. During his/her job practice placement, the student will have the opportunity to learn new skills, which will help him/her prepare for future employment.

    Students will begin work experience on campus and as his/her skills increase and need for support decreases, he/she will be provided a placement in the community.
    		3
    CICE 302Job Skills 1

    Job Skills 1

    Course Code: CICE 302
    Credits: 2
    This course looks at steps to get a job. Students will develop skills to apply for and get jobs. Students will also look at attitudes, which can help them get and keep that job.
    		2
    CICE 303Individual Education Plan 3

    Individual Education Plan 3

    Course Code: CICE 303
    Credits: 2
    In this course students will continue to learn how to plan and set goals for their future. The focus will be on developing short-term goals relating to their academic and social needs and also to begin discussing long term goals to assist with preparing for life after college. In the classroom, students will be able to share their personal experiences and, as a group, practice brainstorming and problem solving. Students will also make a personal portfolio, which they can use as a resource after graduation from college. Students will also have the opportunity to meet with their facilitator for one hour, each week on an individual basis. This time will be used to discuss individual goals and progress and to receive assistance with completing course work.
    		2
    CICE 305Recreational Activities 3

    Recreational Activities 3

    Course Code: CICE 305
    Credits: 2
    This course is designed to help the student become familiar with the resources that are available within the college, and the community. It promotes positive and healthy lifestyles while encouraging the student to socialize and interact with his/her peers through group discussions and activities.
    		2
    CICE 306Life Skills 1

    Life Skills 1

    Course Code: CICE 306
    Credits: 3
    In this course the students look at what they want their life to be like while they are at college and after they graduate. Students work on their own strengths and goals. Also, they learn about people and places in the community that can help them plan a happy, active life.
    		3
    CICE 307Elective 3A

    Elective 3A

    Course Code: CICE 307
    Credits: 3

    In this class students will have an opportunity to participate in an integrated class with the college community. The course will be modified to meet student's needs and abilities. Students will receive a grade through the CICE program.

    		3
    CICE 308Elective 3B

    Elective 3B

    Course Code: CICE 308
    Credits: 3

    In this class students will have an opportunity to participate in an integrated class with the college community. The course will be modified to meet student's needs and abilities. Students will receive a grade through the CICE program.

    		3
    CICE 309Elective 3C

    Elective 3C

    Course Code: CICE 309
    Credits: 3

    In this class students will have an opportunity to participate in an integrated class with the college community. The course will be modified to meet student's needs and abilities. Students will receive a grade through the CICE program.

    		3

    Semester 4

    Course CodeCourseCredits
    CICE 400Job Practice 3

    Job Practice 3

    Course Code: CICE 400
    Credits: 3
    This course is designed for the student to participate in a work experience during his/her second, third and fourth semesters. The hours and work expectations will increase accordingly over the three semesters. During his/her job practice placement, the student will have the opportunity to learn new skills, which will help him/her prepare for future employment.

    Students will begin work experience on campus and as his/her skills increase and need for support decreases, he/she will be provided a placement in the community.
    		3
    CICE 403Individual Education Plan 4

    Individual Education Plan 4

    Course Code: CICE 403
    Credits: 2
    This course is designed to help students learn how to research and access services and agencies that are available in their home community. The emphasis will be on the services and agencies that help students meet their own personal goals. Students will continue to create a resource folder of materials, which will be of assistance to them after they graduate from college. Students will meet with their facilitator for one hour, each week on an individual basis to discuss and receive assistance with organizing and planning course work, as well as working on achieving their own goals.
    		2
    CICE 404Life Skills 2

    Life Skills 2

    Course Code: CICE 404
    Credits: 3
    In this course the students look at what they want their life to be like while they are at college and after they graduate. Students work on their own strengths and goals, and learn about people and places in the community that can help them plan a happy, active life. Students will also discuss how to prepare for convocation.
    		3
    CICE 405Recreational Activities 4

    Recreational Activities 4

    Course Code: CICE 405
    Credits: 2
    This course is designed to help the student become familiar with the resources that are available within the college, and the community. It promotes positive and healthy lifestyles while encouraging the student to socialize and interact with his/her peers through group discussions and activities.
    		2
    CICE 406Job Skills 2

    Job Skills 2

    Course Code: CICE 406
    Credits: 3
    This course looks at steps to get a job. Students will develop skills to choose employment goals, apply for and get jobs and develop good work attitudes. Students will also have an opportunity to discuss their job practice experience with their peers.
    		3
    CICE 407Elective 4A

    Elective 4A

    Course Code: CICE 407
    Credits: 3

    In this class students will have an opportunity to participate in an integrated class with the college community. The course will be modified to meet student's needs and abilities. Students will receive a grade through the CICE program.

    		3
    CICE 408Elective 4B

    Elective 4B

    Course Code: CICE 408
    Credits: 3

    In this class students will have an opportunity to participate in an integrated class with the college community. The course will be modified to meet student's needs and abilities. Students will receive a grade through the CICE program.

    		3
    CICE 409Elective 4C

    Elective 4C

    Course Code: CICE 409
    Credits: 3

    In this class students will have an opportunity to participate in an integrated class with the college community. The course will be modified to meet student's needs and abilities. Students will receive a grade through the CICE program.

    		3

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