Alternative Programs (ALPS) offers the Pre-Work Training Program and Training for a Semi-Skilled Trade Program of the Work-Oriented Pathway. These programs encourage students to develop autonomy while strengthening their academic skills. In addition, both programs are work-study based, and as such, require the students to complete work experiences in the community.

The three year Pre-Work Training Program is designed for students who have experienced difficulty following a regular course of study in Elementary Cycle Three and Secondary Cycle One. Throughout their time in the Pre-Work Training Program, students are encouraged to develop their independence while making the transition from school to work. The students begin this journey during their first year in the program, when, at 15 years of age, they are introduced to the world of work in a hands-on course developed to foster good work habits and positive attitudes. Students also follow a course of academic study in order to strengthen their basic skills and allow for greater options in the future.

The one year Training for a Semi-Skilled Trade Program is a designed for students who have experienced difficulty obtaining the competencies required for success in the core subjects of Secondary Cycle One. This one year program allows students to focus on the competencies required for English, Math and French in Secondary Cycle One, Year Two. Furthermore, students complete a minimum of 375 hours of training in a Semi-Skilled Trade. This valuable experience opens numerous doors for the students, including adult education, entering the workforce or returning to Secondary Cycle Two Year One.

Both programs in the Work-Oriented Pathway lead to official government certification. Students in the Pre-Work Training Program will have completed 2700 hours of academic and on-the-job training over the course of three years. Students in the Training for a Semi-Skilled Trade Program will have completed 900 hours of academic and on-the-job training over the course of one year.

The Work-Oriented Pathway has a dedicated staff of teachers, technicians, attendants and administrators who work in conjunction with each other to offer the best education possible for their students. The ALPS department coordinator is Ms. Ramona Romanuk. She may be reached at (450) 678-1070 extension 243 to respond to inquiries or requests for additional information.