BC's Indigenous Public Post-Secondary Institute

EMSK-044 - Career Exploration and Networking -

EMSK-044 - Career Exploration and Networking -

Course Details
This course will provide students with the opportunity to network, research, and explore various career choices. Using the 'Guiding Circles' workbook and 'Inclusion Works,' students will research career opportunities and develop a career plan. They will explore and practice effective communication with co-workers and employers.
Part of the:
  • ACADEMIC/CAREER PREPARATION Department
  • Available/Required in the following Programs:
  • Employment Skills Access Certificate - Certificate Completion Plan
  • Prerequisites : EMSK Program admission.
    Course Outline
    Instructors Qualifications: Relevant Bachelor's or Master's Degree.
    Office Hours: 1.5 Per week
    Contact Hours: 35
    Student Evaluation
    Procedure:
    Assignments 50 - 70%, Final 30 - 50%. Grading procedures follow NVIT policy.
    Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:
  • demonstrate an ability to communicate in a professional manner with employers and coworkers;

  • examine and apply labour market information;

  • research a career choice and develop a career plan; and,

  • demonstrate networking skills through contacting employers and researching opportunities.
  • Text and Materials:
  • Gray Poehnell, Norm Amundson, Rod McCormick. Guiding Circles Workbook 2. Current Edition. Richmond, BC. Aboriginal Human Resources Council.
  • Other Resources:
  • Gray Poehnell, Norm Amundson, Rod McCormick. Guiding Circles Workbook 2. Current Edition. Richmond, BC. Aboriginal Human Resources Council.
  • Aboriginal Human Resources Council. Inclusion Works. Current Edition. Sask. Aboriginal Human Resources Council.
  • Transfer Credits: For more information visit: www.bctransferguide.ca
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