Transitional Vocational Program

Program Information
Credential: 
Certificate
Duration: 

10 months (September to June)

Delivery: 
Main Campus
Program Cost Estimates: 
Program Cost Estimates

Contact Information

Contact Name: 
Julia Rheaume
Contact Title: 
Associate Dean
Contact Phone: 
403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
Contact Email: 
inquire@rdc.ab.ca

Department Information

For more information on the Transitional Vocational program, visit the Transitional Vocational Program department, under Academic Departments.

The Program

This program offers employment readiness and job skills training to adults with developmental disabilities. If you spent most of your school years in modified classes or left school early because of educational difficulties, you may be interested in this program.

This program focuses on teaching useful work skills, attitudes and behaviours. You will be prepared for a job in the community through classroom instruction and on-site job training.

We will work with you in setting individual goals directed toward employment, interpersonal and independence skill development.

Requirements
Admission Requirements: 

To be accepted into the program, you must:

  • be 18 years of age or over
  • complete the application package and assessment
  • have a personal interview with Department members
  • have previous work experience, through work experience training or a previous job
  • a sincere desire to acquire employment skills through community based work experiences.
Program Content

Course Length

  • 10 months (September to June)

1. Jobsite Skills Training

You will be involved in Workplace Skills Training three days a week providing you with the opportunity to work directly with employers and their staff within Red Deer businesses.

Training programs and placements are individualized to meet your learning needs, interests and employment goals. Instructors in the program work closely with you and the employer to assist in training and provide feedback on your progress, TVP students are not job coached.

You will be involved in several placements throughout the year to help you best determine your most suitable employment option.

Work experience courses include:

  • TVOC 013 Jobsite Skills Training I
  • TVOC 017 Jobsite Skills Training II
  • TVOC 018 Block Practicum

2. Classroom courses

Courses teach and review basic functional skills, attitudes, and knowledge related to employment and daily living. These include:

  • TVOC 010 Self Awareness
  • TVOC 011 Vocational Preparation
  • TVOC 012 Recreation and Community Living
  • TVOC 014 Interpersonal Skills
  • TVOC 015 Skills for Employment
  • TVOC 016 Skills for Independence
Year 1 Course Descriptions

TVOC 010

Developing and increasing your understanding of self and how you present that to others.

TVOC 011

Introduction to the world of work. Examining reasons for working, areas that influence success on the job, and keeping it.

TVOC 012

Studying basic concepts of fitness, nutrition and lifestyle planning. Identifying services provided by local community agencies and facilities.

TVOC 013

'Hands-on' skill training in the employment area best suited to your interests and abilities. Three days per week.

TVOC 014

Communicating with others in the most effective way. Conflict resolution skills, assertiveness, problem-solving and stress management.

TVOC 015

Exploring occupational choices and looking at individual abilities and interests. Learning and practicing job search techniques.

TVOC 016

Combines skills necessary for banking and budgeting with skills needed for wise shopping and having an apartment.

TVOC 017

'Hands-on' skill training in the employment area best suited to your interests and abilities. Three days per week.

TVOC 018

Full-time work experience in the field you want to find a job in. Hours of work during this placement will vary depending on the business requirement.