Jump-Starting Digital Careers (JDC)

To succeed in the digital era, youth must develop digital skills for higher education and the workplace. ICTC’s Jump-Starting Digital Careers (JDC) program creates learning pathways for youth toward digital careers by working with educators and industry.

JDC includes curriculum-based programs at various grade and experience levels. By combining integrated digital skills education, experiential learning in and out of the classroom, and technology career exploration, the JDC program broadens youth's view of technology.
 

JDC offers:
 

CyberBytes

The CyberBytes program empowers educators with the knowledge and practical skills to navigate the digital landscape effectively and seamlessly integrate technology into their professional and personal lives. The curriculum spans a spectrum of topics, encompassing digital literacy, cybersecurity, digital design, and emerging technologies, with a keen focus on their influence on education and society.

Click here to learn more about CyberBytes.
 

Focus on Information Technology (FIT)

Focus on Information Technology (FIT) is a nationally recognized certificate program that provides secondary school students with valuable course guidance that fosters Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and digital skills development. The program requires a two to three-year commitment. After graduation, students are encouraged to pursue industry work experiences (e.g., co-ops) and additional learning opportunities.

Click here to learn more about Focus on Information Technology (FIT).
 

Middle Years Focus on Information Technology (MyFIT)

Middle Years Focus on Information Technology (MyFIT) is a nationally recognized program that provides middle school students with valuable ICT and digital skills development. It offers practical hands-on experience for students and promotes innovative and strategic thinking. The program can help create an ICT learning pathway in secondary education.

Click here to learn more about MyFIT.
 

Cybrary: Cybersecurity Course and Resource Library

In today's digital landscape, the rise of cybersecurity threats requires that students are not only aware of online risks but also equipped to defend against them. Developing digital proficiency is a cornerstone for higher education, career advancement, and technological literacy. ICTC provides specialized programs and learning pathways designed for Canadian K-12 students to strengthen digital proficiency.

Click here to learn more about Cybrary.