Foundations of Vocational Education
(6 credit hours)

This course focuses on the characteristics and objectives of vocational education. This includes the psychological, sociological, philosophic and economic foundations of education as related to vocational education in particular. Additional topics include the historical development of vocational education, legislation pertaining to vocational education and current trends and issues.

Course Topics
• Vocational, technical and general education
  
• Philosophies of vocational education
  
• Characteristics of the vocational learner
  
• Learning theories and praxiology
  
• Social mobility and vocational education
  
• Business and industry requirements
  
• Federal and provincial funding
  
• Secondary and post-secondary programs
  
• Apprenticeship and industry training programs