Thanks for that info by the way. Again, another example of good information that did not get widely dispersed at the time. The following was initially to be relased by CANFORGEN (or so I thought) but released in a CFCOP Newsletter:
The Canadian Forces College Opportunities Program
(CFCOP) Newsletter
- Winter 2012 -
Algonquin College builds on Military Training Recognition and Training Opportunities
Military Police: Military police seeking a Police Foundations Diploma will receive credit for 21 of 28 programs towards the Police Foundations program at Algonquin College if they have achieved their QL5 Levels. The remaining courses can be completed within a four year period and every attempt will be made to make them available via online learning opportunities.
For more information on military training credits, the courses required for the diploma and registration information, go to http://www.algonquincollege.com/military/credit_for_training.htm
*Please note that similar francophone options are being explored by another francophone post-secondary institution. Further information will be available in Fall 2012.
Resource Management Support Clerk (RMS Clerk): RMS Clerks seeking credit for the Office Administration program offered by Algonquin College’s Faculty of Business and Hospitality can learn more about what credit they will receive towards their program by visiting the http://www.algonquincollege.com/military/credit_for_training.htm
For more information on this program, please contact Emily Roberts Coates, at Algonquin College, at 613-727-4723, ext. 3411
Algonquin College Creates On-line Path to Post-Secondary Education
with the General Arts and Science, One-Year Defence and Security Certificate
As a result of an innovative partnership between Algonquin College, the Association of Canadian Community Colleges and the Canadian Defence Academy, current and retired members of the CAF who have the BMQ qualification and two years of experience are eligible for a credit transfer which will accelerate the time it takes to complete Algonquin’s new General Arts and Science, One Year Defence and Security certificate. Current and retired members of the CF with BMQ qualification and two years of CF experience are eligible to receive credit for 9 of 13 courses which comprise the certificate. This certificate is meant for those seeking professional development or career transition opportunities.
To earn the Defence and Security certificate, students must complete the following four on-line courses.
Course # Course Name Hours
ENL1813 Communications I 45.0
ENL1823 Communications II 45.0
BUS2301 Business Computer Applications 45.0
PSI1705 Government of Canada 45.0
Upon completion of the certificate, students can then ladder to the 2nd Year of the General Arts and Science Diploma program: http://www2.algonquincollege.com/generalarts/program/second-year/
For updates on this and other Algonquin /DND initiatives please visit our website at: http://www.algonquincollege.com/military/
For more information, please contact:
Darlene Tierney-Goebel
Program Assistant
613-727-4723 ext 5790
tierned@algonquincollege.com
From Soldier to Student, Part 2. USA releases Update on initial report
According to a new study released last July, American colleges continue to expand targeted services to active-duty service members and veterans attending college -- and more aspire to do so in the long term. However, the same study also found that many of those colleges struggle with budget constraints that may impede their progress
For a summary of the report, follow this link to Inside Higher Ed and read more: http://www.insidehighered.com/news/2012/07/26/more-colleges-have-programs-military-and-veteran-students-ace-survey-shows#ixzz296RC22dH
To access the full report, go to http://www.acenet.edu/news-room/Documents/From-Soldier-to-Student-II-Assessing-Campus-Programs.pdf
Colleges Want to Provide Opportunities for Military Personnel
Three years ago, the Canadian Defence Academy and the Association of Canadian Community Colleges (ACCC) signed an agreement that aimed to
• identify and recognize college programs that suited CF occupational training requirements;
• provide career opportunities and possible advanced standing for college graduates in the Canadian Forces; and,
• explore other pathways that expand learning opportunities for military personnel
In March 2009, the first version of the Canadian Forces College Opportunities Directory was launched paving the way for the CF to compare and contrast its training programs with those of civilian post-secondary institutions across the country.
Colleges were quick to support the initiative. Today, more than 130 programs from over 55 institutions have been recognized by the CF as meeting 11 CF occupational training requirements.
If family or friends are considering a career with the Canadian Forces, these CF recognized institutions could provide a pathway to prepare for a CF occupation.
For a list of college programs and occupations visit http://cfo-oafc.accc.ca/search.php
Connecting CF Bases with local colleges and the Recognition of CF training towards Civilian credits
The CFCOP has generated interest for colleges to connect with their local bases and installations. The nature of these connections is helping CFBs engage in discussions surrounding challenges for CF members interested in pursuing learning opportunities at colleges. The intent is to find solutions that overcome any perceived barriers such as
• prior learning recognition by colleges of CF members training and experience;
• addressing registration challenges; and,
• examining learning delivery solutions that take into consideration rhythm and tempo of CF member postings and tasks.
Colleges 101: Key questions to ask!
Are you looking to connect with your local college? Getting to the answers can sometimes be difficult in large institutions. Colleges are for the most part easy to maneuver but sometimes it is worth asking the following questions?
• Does the college have anyone designated at the college to support military learners?
• Who would be the best person (or people) to meet in order to review ‘specific’ CF occupational training requirements in order to identify what CF members already know (ie. CF and personal training and experience)?
• Can CF members have their training and experience recognized in advance of the application process so they may identify the training gap that remains for them to achieve certificates, diplomas, and degrees?
Technical and Trades Curriculum Available in French
Through the support of Canadian Heritage and post-secondary institutions across Canada interested in serving francophone minorities, the "National Consortium for the development of educational resources in French for colleges (CNDRPFC)" is a nonprofit corporation whose mission is to ensure that students and teachers in minority French-speaking Canada, have appropriate instructional materials available in a high quality of French.
These materials contribute to the quality of education offered to Francophones and Francophiles enrolled in professional programs at technical and trade colleges that serve Francophone minorities in Canada.
Visit their website to discover the many www.consortiumcollegial.ca educational resources that are available. Some recent additions are very popular with members, including a series of capsules in applied mathematics for training the electronic modules in electricians, carpentry, and welding curriculum.
To access resources or to partner with the consortium to develop resources deemed essential to Francophone learners, contact the consortium at 506 547 7491.
