This program is a two-year, post-secondary, modified program designed for individuals with learning challenges such as intellectual disabilities, brain injuries, learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, mental health issues, and other related challenges. The program provides students with an opportunity to enhance their academic skills through regular college classes, while developing vocational abilities through career-related, field placement experiences.
Students choose an area of concentration from Lambton’s many program offerings, based on seat availability. Examples include Culinary Management, Fashion Business, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Protection, Security & Investigation, Office Administration, Personal Support Worker, Renovation Technician, Sports & Recreation Management, Digital Photography and Welding Techniques. Upon completion of the program, the student will receive an Ontario College Certificate in CICE from Lambton College.
Our team of CICE Learning Specialists and the Employment Liaison provide students with in-class assistance, weekly tutoring outside the classroom, and job coaching. Students receive supports in the form of modifications and accommodations. Examples of modifications include altering the overall curriculum, changing the level of learning by adjusting the course learning outcomes, and tailoring assignments and tests to meet individual needs. Accommodations depend on the student’s abilities and generally include notetaking, scribing, extended test times and other related supports both inside and outside the classroom setting.
Through the CICE program, students with learning challenges have the exciting opportunity to complete a college program with courses tailored through a modification process to fit their individual academic abilities.
Join us for CICE DAYS! All days are from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in room N105.
Wednesday, October 17
Wednesday, November 7
Wednesday, November 28
Wednesday, December 19
Friday, January 25
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
O.S.S.D. or O.S.S.C. or equivalent
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Be at least 19 years of age, out of high school for one year, and apply as a mature student.
There is a competitive process to gain admission to this limited enrollment program. Applicants must apply to CICE online at www.ontariocolleges.ca before the February 1 deadline. Applicants will be contacted in February to arrange for an interview and reference. These items are then scored and this determines who is offered a spot in the program.
Students must:
- have a level of independence that precludes constant support
- demonstrate academic needs requiring curriculum modification
- be able to arrange transportation to/from the college and field placements
It is highly recommended that applicants attend one of the CICE at Lambton Days . These sessions usually run in the fall and winter. Visit our events calendar for more details.To register for one of these sessions please contact 519-542-7751 ext 3465.
PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS
Students must achieve a minimum grade of C- in all Field Work seminar courses and a pass in all Field Work in order to graduate.
Students taking courses within an area of concentration must pass that course as per the course outline or grade standard whether the course is modified or not.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates have a variety of employment opportunities, depending on the area of concentration they have chosen to study. For example, a student who has taken most of his/her courses in the Early Childhood Education stream may become an Early Childhood Education assistant. A student who focuses in the Office Administration area of study may secure employment as an office assistant. As well, some students may choose to enter other college programs after completing the program, if admission requirements are met.