Opportunities for Career Preparation

The development of skills needed in future careers is an important facet of the Ottawa University education. The emphasis on career planning begins in the first year LAS seminar in which interests and abilities are evaluated before setting career goals. The student and advisor select or develop a major, which becomes an integral part of the educational plan and is usually oriented toward the student’s career interests.

The flexibility of Ottawa University’s approach allows students to include practical non-classroom experiences in their programs. For example, internships, practicums, and student teaching provide students with valuable career-oriented knowledge and skills that often open doors to employment opportunities or career changes.