Administrative assistants are often asked to contribute to the accounting process in small legal and business offices. Students develop an awareness of the underlying theory and principles of accounting. They acquire skill in analyzing, journalizing and posting financial transactions and in summarizing these transactions in financial statements. Students also attain proficiency in the control of cash, banking, payroll, client billing and reporting procedures. These skills are developed through a series of activities and practical tests using a variety of tools and discussion regarding business software. Computer Software Requirements: Microsoft Excel preferred.
Examine the Autism Spectrum Disorder to acquire the tools needed to work effectively with students diagnosed with this complex condition. Develop effective strategies and supports for those on the Autism spectrum by exploring evidence-based research. Demonstrate the Educational Assistant role in supporting students on the Autism spectrum with a strong emphasis on communication, social skills, behavioral challenges, family, sensory, and educational issues.
The progressive acquisition, reinforcement, and creative use of language structures will increase the student confidence to self-expression. With a strong focus on using the language to communicate in real-life scenarios, this course enables students to participate in simple conversations, make requests, suggestions or short presentations and express their opinion about present and past events. Tasks from both personal and professional settings will be used as formative and summative assessments. The targeted second language proficiency of the course aligns with level 4-5 requirements of the Canadian Language Benchmarks for French, the NCLC. Computer Software Requirements: A headset or microphone and speakers are required for the oral parts of this course. It is recommended that students take OL354 French II prior to taking this course.
This course will allow students to develop their oral communication comprehension and listening skills in order to understand simple to moderately complex messages during communication activities in their personal and professional lives. They will also develop communication strategies for speaking and interacting with a target audience in professional situations. At the end of the course, students will be able to communicate orally at an intermediate level in fulfillment of this competency throughout their career. Students may reach level 6-7 on the CLB / NCLC Benchmark. It is recommended that students take OL301 French III prior to taking this course.
A critical understanding of contemporary Canadian issues is vital to being an active member in our democratic society. Students explore a variety of topics and analyze their ethical implications and relevance to Canadian life. Discussions, debates and other collaborative activities offer opportunities to consider recent controversies from different perspectives, and use of a variety of media (e.g. newspapers, articles, and other resources online) allows for in-depth reflection on the history and current state of a range of social and political topics. This course includes mandatory group work. We recommend viewing the course schedule immediately upon logging into the course to view course and group work requirements.
Litigation/Small Claims/Family/Criminal Law Applied
This course focuses on applying knowledge gained in the areas of litigation, small claims, family, and criminal law to the production of forms and documentation according to the rules, regulations, and procedures in those fields. Students practice managing a legal administrator’s workload by completing series of tasks to the professional standards required in a dynamic legal environment. Each activity evaluates students’ ability to solve problems using critical, analytical skills while also observing governing standards particular to the law industry. Prerequisite: OL321 Litigation, Small Claims, Family, Criminal Law Procedures
This course will deal with the issues of traditional and non-renewable energy sources such as crude oil, natural gas, coal and nuclear energy, as well as renewable energy sources like hydroelectricity, solar, ocean, geothermal and wind energy. Students will obtain a broad understanding of current resources, technologies and their limitations; and a realistic appreciation of what energy sources and technologies may be feasible in the future. Energy is one of the essential needs of a modern society. The scale of its use is closely associated with a society's prosperity and the quality of life that its members experience. However, it has become increasingly clear to all that the prevailing energy system, based on non-renewable sources is unlikely to be sustainable. As a result, the implementation of alternative energy systems have gained momentum in our high energy-consuming society over the last few decades. This course will provide a general overview of various energy sources both conventional and non-conventional. It will also assist students to assess critically the important current debates on energy and the environmental impacts of its generation, storage, transportation and use.
This course will introduce students to mental health literacy and its goals of recognizing and managing mental health concerns, strengthening mental health and well-being, and ending stigma. Focusing on the post-secondary student population, this course takes an intersectional approach and considers multiple and diverse perspectives on mental health and well-being in our changing world. Throughout the course, students will build a variety of skills and capacities that contribute to well-being at the individual level as well as at the community level. This course is not intended to be a substitute for counselling and it does not quality students to act as mental health professionals upon completion.
This course is designed for the business traveller, individuals employed in the tourism and hospitality fields and any member of the general public who would like to gain a basic understanding of conversational Japanese. Elementary Japanese vocabulary and grammar, phrases, expressions, and dialogue drills will be studied. Students will also examine Japanese culture, customs, and society.
Litigation/Small Claims/Family/Criminal Law Procedures
This course examines the role of a legal administrator in relation to litigation, small claims, family, and criminal law proceedings in support of the legal team. Students identify the components of forms used in each field, including, but not limited to, statements, affidavits, notices, and motions, from both the plaintiff and defendant’s perspectives. Emphasis is placed on legislation and courts including the Family Law Act, the Rules of Civil Procedure, and Superior Court of Ontario procedure. Students are also expected to determine the appropriate uses of client information based on techniques learned in the course and knowledge gained about the fields.
This course focuses on applying knowledge gained in the area of wills and estates law to the production of forms and documentation according to the rules, regulations, and procedures in that field. Students practice managing a legal administrator’s workload by completing series of tasks to the professional standards required in a dynamic legal environment. Each activity evaluates students’ ability to solve problems using critical, analytical skills while also observing governing standards particular to the law industry. Prerequisite/Corequisite: OL324 Wills and Estates Law Procedures
This course examines the role of a legal administrator in relation to wills and estates law proceedings in support of the legal team. Students identify the components of forms used in each field, including, but not limited to, Powers of Attorney and wills. Emphasis is placed on Ontario legislation governing the administration of estates. Students are also expected to determine the appropriate uses of client information based on techniques learned in the course and knowledge gained about the fields. Computer Software Requirements: Word Processor