Co-operative Education is a high school program that allows students to earn secondary school credits while gaining real-world work experience in a field they are interested in.

Students are placed in a workplace connected to their interests and future goals, where they apply their classroom learning in a real-world setting and develop essential employability skills. Through hands-on experience in a professional environment, students explore career pathways, build confidence, and gain experience that extends beyond classroom learning. 

Co-op gives students the opportunity to:

• Gain real workplace experience

• Explore careers before making post-secondary decisions

• Strengthen their post-secondary applications

• Build a resume and professional references

• Make meaningful connections with employers in the community

• Learn through hands-on, real-world experiences outside the classroom

• Increase confidence and independence

• Develop transferable skills 

For many students, co-op is a turning point that helps them discover their interests, clarify goals, and feel more prepared for life after high school.