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READING SKILL-USING TASK

Name: Iuliia Date: 6 Nov 2024

Theme: Education Topic: Researching post-secondary programs /institutions
CLB 7 READING COMPETENCY AREA:
Reading skill-using task III/ Getting Things Done
CLB 7: Locate and use 3 or 4 pieces of information from
moderately complex formatted texts (such as course
calendars, extensive directories, extensive website
navigation menus). [Formatted texts can contain multiple
pieces of information organized in sections with
subsections.]

Task: Research post-secondary programs of interest on college websites

and take notes of the advantages and disadvantages
Task Instructions:
1. Think about the program you wish to study on in future to help you
meet your career goal.
2. Choose two institutions in Alberta that offer the program. Some links
to websites of institutions in Calgary are listed below, but if your
chosen program isn’t offered at these institutions, either choose a
related program that is offered, or look for other institutions that are
not on this list.
3. Research ONE program at TWO different institutions. You will make
notes of the important information you need to know about the
program and institution by completing the tables below.
4. Then, write notes of the advantages and disadvantages of each
program / institution in the final table.
5. Finally, write a short explanation of which institution / program you
would be more likely to choose and why.
CLB 7: You have 75 minutes for this task
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The task starts on page 3.

Self-assessment/reflection:
1. This task was: Easy So-so Difficult Why?

2. I was able to navigate to the appropriate sections of the website

to find the information I needed. YES SOMEWHAT NO
3. I only read the relevant sections and didn’t waste time on sections
of the text that were not relevant. YES SOMEWHAT NO
4. I need more practice with reading websites and webpages. YES
SOMEWHAT NO
5. I will work on my reading by: (Strategies)
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Name of program you want to study on_________________

Find two institutions that offer your program. You can do this
in two ways:
1. Search for your program here:
https://alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/post-secondary-programs/
The programs are arranged alphabetically and a drop
down shows which institutions offer it.
2. Check the links to some institutions in Calgary below:
https://abes.ca/
https://www.abmcollege.com/
https://www.academyoflearning.ab.ca/
http://www.acecareercollege.com/
http://www.alisoncollege.ca/
https://www.athabascau.ca/ Athabasca University – distance learning
https://bayrivercollege.ca/
https://bowvalleycollege.ca/
https://bredincollege.ca/
http://www.brookescollege.ca/
https://www.cambrooks.ca/ Cambrooks College
https://www.cityu.edu/ City University of Seattle – Masters in Counselling
http://www.chbc-college.com/ Canadian Health and Business College
https://www.cdicollege.ca/
http://www.columbia.ab.ca/
http://www.eastwestcollege.ca/
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https://www.erptechnicals.com/ ERP College

https://glenbowcollege.ca/
https://www.gonzaga.edu/ Master’s in Counselling
https://heritage-college.ca/
https://innotechcollege.com/ IT
https://www.lighthouselabs.ca/ IT
https://mcgcollege.com/
https://medicalreceptioncollegeltd.com/
https://www.mtroyal.ca/ Mount Royal University
https://www.reevescollege.ca/
https://www.robertsoncollege.com/
https://www.sait.ca/
https://www.sundancecollege.com/
https://www.ucalgary.ca/ University of Calgary

More links to post-secondary institutions in Alberta are available at:

https://alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/schools-in-alberta/
Make sure you check which city / region the institution is located in.

IMPORTANT! Please copy and paste the two links to the program /
two institutions you researched below:
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PART 1: Note-taking
INSTITUTION 1
https://coned.sait.ca/public/category/courseCategoryCertificatePr
ofile.do?method=load&certificateId=1060561
Name of program: Project Management Certificate of Completion

What are the application deadlines?

Not given
What are the entrance requirements?

There are no specific admission requirements (academic and/or work

experience). Any industry-related experience you already have will be
beneficial.

How to apply:
We recommend registering as soon as possible (7–14 days in advance of the
course start date). Payment is required by Visa or Mastercard upon
registration.

To self-serve register online:

 Set up your Continuing Education student account.

 Follow instructions on How to register and pay for a course.

Course duration
Different times 15 – 30 hours per course
Course schedule
Closest start 7 January, but every of 6 courses has own schedule

Mode of delivery (online, face-to-face, blended etc.)

For your convenience, we deliver courses in this program in scheduled online
asynchronous, virtual or in-person classroom formats. It may be possible to
take all required courses in one format, subject to availability. Learn more
about our delivery formats.
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Course content – what you will learn – modules

Minimum Required
6 Course(s)
If you’re pursuing the full certificate, take the following courses in any order.

PROJ 020 Project Management Essentials

PROJ 021 Initiating Projects
PROJ 022 Planning Projects
PROJ 023 Project Risk Methods and Practices
PROJ 024 Executing and Closing Projects
PROJ 025 Agile Project Management
Does the program include a work experience/practicum component? If so, who is
responsible for arranging the work experience?
Not given
What student services and facilities are offered?
Micro-credentials: Each course in this program is eligible for a SAITMicro
digital badge, a great way to communicate your accomplishments and skills
through your social networks. Learn more about SAITMicro.

Program completion: This program can be completed in as little as three to

six months part-time (subject to course availability) and up to three years. A
non-credit SAIT Certificate of Completion and transcript will be electronically
issued to you upon successful completion. Learn more about SAIT credentials.

Courses in this program may be used toward educational prerequisites for

attaining PMI certifications or toward professional development units (PDUs) to
maintain certifications. Additional education, exams and/or work experience
requirements may apply.

Want to ensure your success on PMI’s challenging PMP® Exam? Consider our
PMI-accredited 35-hour PROJ-120 PMP Exam Prep course.

Costs (for example, tuition – if given, books)

6 courses for avarage 600$ - 3600$ including taxes (not exact amount)
What percentage of graduates find related employment?
(IF this info is given)

INSTITUTION 2
https://conted.ucalgary.ca/public/category/courseCategoryCertific
ateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=68324825
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Name of program: Project Management Foundations Certificate

What are the application deadlines?

Not given
What are the entrance requirements?

To apply, you must meet the following requirements:

 18 years of age or older

 Grade 12 diploma (recommended)
 Relevant work experience (recommended)
 If English is not your first language, you must meet the English language proficiency
requirements

How to apply:
You do not require a degree or diploma to apply for admission to this program. You can take
individual courses to start, and apply later.

The admission fee is $105.

Programs change from time to time, so we recommend that you apply for admission as early as
possible. Once admitted, your requirements to complete the program will not change – even
if the program changes. You can be confident that completed and eligible courses will apply to
your program.

Apply for admission

Course duration
5 Courses, 120 Hours

Course schedule

Mode of delivery (online, face-to-face, blended etc.) Online and In Class

Course content – what you will learn – modules
PMF 110 Introduction to Project Management and Process-Based Approach to Projects
Hours
40.0
PMF 120 Project Performance Domains
Hours
20.0
PMF 130 Project Management Tailoring for Different Organizations
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Hours
20.0
PMF 140 Models, Methods & Artifacts: Level 1
Hours
20.0
PMF 150 Project Management Team Leadership Skills
Hours
20.0

Does the program include a work experience/practicum component? If so, who is

responsible for arranging the work experience?
Not given
What student services and facilities are offered?
Scholarship programm

Each year, scholarships and awards are given to deserving students not only for their academic
achievement, but also for community involvement. Award sponsors include both corporate and
private donors.

To apply, you must meet eligibility criteria and submission deadlines. Students in this program
may be eligible for the following awards:

 Continuing Education Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Entrance Awards

 Continuing Education Indigenous Entrance Awards
 Culbert Family Award for Philanthropy
 Esmail and Safana Bharwani Award

Costs (for example, tuition – if given, books)

$3,195
What percentage of graduates find related employment?
(IF this info is given) not given

PART 2 – List the pros and cons of each program/ institution in the
table below:
INSTITUTION 1 NAME:
PROS CONS
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INSTITUTION 2 NAME:
PROS CONS

PART 3:
Write a short explanation saying which program / institution you
would be more interested in. Give reasons and explanations for
your choice.
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READING FEEDBACK:
CLB 7: Getting Things Done
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− Identifies layout and organization of text to find the information

needed. 70% of questions in notes (part 1) are answered

− Finds and uses 1 or 2 pieces of information. Gives clear reasons for

choice of program/institution in part 3, referring to the information on
the websites. Gives at least 2 reasons.

− Identifies key information and finds specific details. 70% of questions

in notes (part 1) are answered