Career Centre

 

Students wishing to discuss Career Exploration course offerings, volunteer opportunities or dual credit programs should make an appointment in the Career Centre.


UPCOMING CAREER FIELD TRIPS:  Please sign up in the Career Centre – limited space!

Camosun College – DOC – Doors Open Camosun – Hands on Health day, Tuesday, May 27, 2025 for grade 8 & 9

Camosun College Health EX Day, Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Camosun College – CiCan World of Choices – explore a variety of trades and technology areas Students in grades 9-12, May 29, 2025

 

 

The CiCan World of Choices Summit provides an opportunity for all students to explore a variety of trades and technology areas through hands-on activities. Students, in grades 9 – 12 and from school districts 61, 62, 63, 64 or 79, will explore four career pathways throughout the day.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

 

 

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Trades Information

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Student’s in the trades, this information will assist you in your employment quest as a first-year trade apprentice.

The biggest hurdle students have after choosing a career is finding employment. More specifically, with trades apprenticeship, finding a willing employer sponsor for their first year of apprenticeship is a challenge.  Many employers are reluctant to hire apprentices due to costs which makes finding a willing employer a difficult and the slow one.

There is funding available to the employer if a student is hired.  The Federal government funded program takes away many of employer excuses by providing financial incentives to offset the cost of training.  Students aware of this program can not only sell themselves but show the enhanced return on the company’s investment.

This program is provided by the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC), funded by the Government of Canada, covering 22 federally recognized construction and manufacturing trades.

for more information on the program refer to:

www.steeltrades.ca

or

www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/05/backgrounder-apprenticeship-service

 


DUAL CREDIT

Start your post-secondary education early and TUITION FREE!  This unique partnership with SD79 and Vancouver Island University or Camosun College enables high school students to earn both high school and post-secondary credits.

Check out the Career Website:  https://www.careersandtransitions.ca/  Students can now show interest in our programs on the website and an email will then go to FKSS careers secretary who will contact the student to book an appointment.  Students are also welcomed to stop in at the Career Centre anytime.

VIU DUAL CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES

VIU Cowichan is offering FNFS 100, (Foundations for Success) in person at the Cowichan Campus Monday and Thursday evenings in the spring semester (January 5, 2026 – April 10, 2026) from 4-5:30pm.
This course does not transfer anywhere really but if a student is planning on doing a credential at VIU six academic credits can be FNFS courses.  FNFS courses are fairly easy and are meant to transition students into VIU.  FNFS courses would be elective credits for the credential on the transition plan.  English 12 is listed as the prerequisite however VIU said they would waive the prerequisite.  Please go to FKSS Careers to register.
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POST SECONDARY


 

 

THE EVENTS PAGE FOR UPCOMING INFO SESSIONS & OTHER VIRTUAL EVENTS

 

 

 

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SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteer at the Cobble Hill Fair this summer – August 23rd, 2025
2 hr shift earns a day pass for the fair and of course points in the Karma bank.

Please sign up in the FKSS Career Centre

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES

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www.girlsfly2.ca/index.html
​ACHIEVE ANYTHING FOUNDATION
from shop floor to top floor.​
Female students 14 years or older, including adults!
Detailed program descriptions are on the foundation website.OPPORTUNITIES ARE STILL AVAILABLE – APPLY NOW!

 

 

 

 



LIFE AFTER SCHOOL


 

 

 

Why study Abroad ?
  ~It will change your life   ~

7 reasons to go abroad after school
How do you get started ? 
click here 


 

Do you want to work and travel ?  
Check out International Experiences Canada ,  
A Canadian government website to help you navigate the complexities involved in working overseas.

 

 

Is a GAP year right for you  ?   Maybe ?   read these reasons why

 

Study and go abroad – travel * work * volunteer
SWAP  Working Holidays – work * volunteer * teach * intern
Global Citizens  AIESEC – volunteer * internship program
Eco South Africa – GAP year Volunteer program
Canadian Gap Association
Careers and Transitions – SD61 information site
Talent Egg – Job exploration site
Career Trek – Work BC exploration
 

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ON-DEMAND WORKSHOPS
We know you lead busy lives – pick 30 minutes
(15 on 2x playback) that works for you.

GAP YEARS 101: JUST THE BASICS

Examine the risks & benefits of taking a gap year

Share how gap years impact your university/college/workforce prospects

Define the key components to planning and executing a purposeful gap year

Connect you with exceptional gap year programs and experiences

Leave you with tips, tricks and tools for maximizing your gap year experience.
… and much more

GET ACCESS

EXPLORE, DREAM & DESIGN YOUR GAP YEAR

Discuss common fears around taking a gap year and how to break through them (so you don’t end up spending a year sleeping in)

Consider what makes you feel alive and how you might want to be different after this year before you start planning

Share our secret strategy for how to flexibly plan during the pandemic

Explore ways to carve your own path, find opportunities, and network so you’re workforce ready

…and much more

GET ACCESS