Student FAQs
Accessible Career Transitions
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ACT works with students with disabilities at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´. Our pool of job search candidates includes current students at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, some of whom are also active participants in ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´â€™s official Co-op program.
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The ACT intake meeting allows you to discuss your:
- Interest in taking part in the Accessible Career Transitions (ACT) Program
- Academic program
- Previous employment history
- Skills, abilities, interests, and strengths
- Current academic accommodations
- Anticipated workplace accommodations
- Career goals
The intake meeting also allows you to meet a member of the ACT staff team, and to familiarize yourself with the supports that are available to you through ACT.
The intake is not a formal interview; it is intended to be a relaxed conversation about the ACT Program and about your skills and interests. The intake meeting usually takes about 50 minutes.
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After the intake, follow the next steps listed in the ACT Intake Recap and Next Steps email you received. You will be directed to the Intake Resources and Next Steps Module on the ACT to Employ Resource Hub on Brightspace.
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The short answer to this question is no. The decision to disclose the specifics of your disability to an employer is entirely up to you. As an ACT participant, you understand that ACT to Employ employer partners will know that you have a disability and that you may require accommodations; however, specifics about your disability will not be disclosed without your consent.
Check out the Disclosure and Accommodations Modules on the ACT to Employ Resource Hub on Brightspace for more details about disclosure and accommodations.
The ACT team encourages students to maintain open communication about their accommodation needs with employers. If you would like assistance facilitating a conversation with your employer about your specific needs, please contact the ACT to Employ Student Counsellor – that’s what we are here for!
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No, you do not have to register with the Paul Menton Centre for Students with Disabilities (PMC) to take part in ACT. However, registering with the PMC is a great way for students with disabilities at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ to connect with a community of supportive folks (such as a Disabilities Coordinator) who can assist you with your academic journey at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´.
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No. ACT does not consider your CGPA or course load in determining eligibility for the program.
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Students are encouraged to visit (401 Tory Building) to have your resume reviewed. Drop-In appointments are available 1:00-4:00pm, Monday to Friday (except statutory holidays).
Career Coaches and Consultants can review your resume, conduct mock interviews, and help you explore what you can do with your degree. Click this link to be directed to the Career Services website.
You may access Career Services’ Job Search Support website at any time for education and resources regarding job postings, job search, networking, and resumes.
Registered and active Co-op participants are to seek assistance related to their Co-op job search and work term from their Co-op Student Advisor. Please click here for a list of Co-op Student Advisors and their contact information.