<p><strong>Co-op provides you with an opportunity to:</strong></p>

<ul>
	<li>develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes through hands-on experience;</li>
	<li>explore a career in order to make informed educational and career decisions;</li>
	<li>develop maturity and self-confidence;</li>
	<li>strengthen employability skills;</li>
	<li>gain valuable work experience;</li>
	<li>develop networking opportunities;</li>
	<li>earn credits towards your OSSD; Co-op credits count towards your Group 1, 2, and 3 diploma requirements</li>
	<li>complete the program requirements of the Specialist High Skills Major;</li>
	<li>participate in specialized programs such as OYAP, HPA, ICE, dual credits;</li>
	<li>provides a "step-up" for entry into post-secondary institutions, both on the supplemental applications required, and in the application process for a co-op program.</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>All of the above create an excellent opportunity to be successful in any chosen career</strong></p>
