Practical and Applied Arts
Handbook

Saskatchewan Learning

Revised 2006

PAA

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements

Foreword


Introduction
What are the Practical and Applied Arts (PAA)?
Rationale
Aim, Goals and Foundational Objectives
Transition-to-Work Dimensions

The Blueprint for Life/Work Design

Program Considerations

Policy
The Courses
The Modules
Apportioning Emphasis of a Module within a Course
Managing A Practical and Applied Arts Program

Inclusion of Core Curriculum Initiatives in PAA

Core Curriculum Foundation Documents

Practical and Applied Arts Survey Courses

Guidelines for Survey Courses

Suggested Modules for Survey Courses

Extended Study Module

Work Study Guidelines

References

Appendix A: Blueprint

Appendix B: Employability Skills


Appendix C: Determining an Apprenticeship Route

Appendix D: Saskatchewan Labour

Occupational Health and Safety
Labour Standards
Trade Unions
Ready for Work Resources
Agencies and Legislation Governing Workplace Practices
Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
Training for New Workers
Employment of Young People
Workplaces Required to have an Occupational Health and Safety Program
Workplaces Required to have a Violence Policy

Appendix E: Saskatchewan Labour Force Development Board

Appendix F: Sample Template for Survey Course Recordkeeping

Appendix G: Schedule “B” Work-Based Learning Consent Form

Appendix H: Form 6 -- Verification of Trades Letter

Appendix I: PAA Cluster Chart

Appendix J: Procedures To Follow In the Event Of An Injury To A Student On A Work-Based Learning Placement