Co-op Department

What is Co-op?

• Cooperative Education is an educational program that integrates classroom theory with practical experience in the workplace. The program is based on a partnership between the school and a business/ community organization.
• It involves the participation of students, teachers and placement supervisors.
• This is a credit-earning program.
• Students who enroll in Co-op can take a 2 credit (half day) or 4 credit (full day) package.

Who is it for?

• Grade 11 and 12 students
• Applies to all destinations: College, University, Apprenticeship and Workplace
• SWMSS offers a variety of Co-op experiences to support student learning 

What are the benefits?

• Explore a career to help decide on educational and career decisions
• Develop skills and knowledge through hands-on experience
• Gain valuable work experience
• Develop maturity and self-confidence in the workplace
• Networking in the workforce
• Complete requirements of the SHSM program