Holland College is now offering a way to help bridge the gap between post-secondary education and industry skills shortages on PEI. Relatively new to Canadian colleges, microcredentials are short, formal courses that recognize the achievement of specific skills, competencies, or learning outcomes as identified by industry sectors to meet specific employer needs. Once ... [Read More...]
Education & Training in Southern Kings
Learning, education & training options across PEI
Southern Kings (Montague, Georgetown, Murray Harbour, Wood Islands, Murray River and area)
Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship is an agreement between government, an apprentice, and an employer that combines on-the-job experience with technical training. Apprentices who complete all work and technical training requirements, have skills signed off in their logbook by a qualified trades person, and successfully pass the certification exam are awarded a Certificate of Apprenticeship and ... [Read More...]
Career Bridges
Career Bridges is a 12-week vocational assessment and guidance program for people considering a career change or further training. For more information, contact: O’Leary: 902-726-3016 Charlottetown and Montague: 902-566-2811 Summerside: 902-436-5739 Visit www.careerbridges.pe.ca. Funded by the Department of Economic Growth, Tourism and Culture through the ... [Read More...]
Computer short courses offered across PEI
At a time when computer skills are needed in most work settings, it is great to see the following short computer courses offered across PEI. Some are free, and some charge a fee, so it is best to call the locations to get more information. For updates to this list, visit www.employmentjourney.com and search computer courses. ... [Read More...]
eforcePEI.ca
eForcePEI.ca provides job seekers, current employees, small businesses and non-profits across PEI with online course bundles to keep up to date in the ever-changing world of business. Users need an Internet connection, a device to access the website, and a little free time to take a course. eForcePEI.ca is FREE OF CHARGE. There are no costs associated with using the program. ... [Read More...]
Montague Rural Action Centre helps Oyster Industry respond to challenges
submitted by Krista McKeeman, Executive Adminstrative Assitant/Project Officer, Rural Action Centre - CBDC East The oyster industry in PEI is growing in leaps and bounds and contributes significantly to the Island economy. PEI oysters are marketed heavily in Canada and the United States but are also finding their way to the table in many countries in the global ... [Read More...]
Holland College Adult Education
Holland College Adult Education is for those who wish to upgrade academic marks or obtain a credit to get into a program of choice. Learn in a supportive and friendly environment and get closer to accomplishing your goals! Complete and upgrade high school credits. Prepare to write the GED exam. Attend during the day or evening. Applicants must be graduated from ... [Read More...]
Passport to Employment
Passport to Employment is a provincial government strategy sponsored by Tremploy, Inc. (Career Bridges). It is designed for Island workers ages 55 to 64 who wish to re-enter the workforce. Sessions will be provided across the province throughout the year. Training involves five weeks of classroom time. Participants enhance their job search skills, increase their computer ... [Read More...]
PEI Literacy Alliance
The state of Literacy on PEI is in crisis by Gloria Welton Almost half of adults on PEI do not have the skills needed to thrive in our digital, knowledge-based society. (According to the Programme for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies.) Forty percent of kindergarten-aged children on PEI who completed the Early Years Evaluation did not meet the ... [Read More...]
ResourceAbilities
ResourceAbilities offers assistance with career decision making, career counseling, skills enhancement, and job search techniques, including resumé preparation, cover letter writing, and interview preparation. Job maintenance and pre-employment training are also available. They also do direct marketing, applications for wage subsidies, and job coaching. Career assessments and ... [Read More...]
Seniors College of PEI
With an annual membership fee of $160, Seniors College of PEI welcomes those 50 years of age and over to enroll in as many courses as they wish during the fall (October/November), winter (January/February) and spring (April/May) semesters. Most courses are offered during the day, Monday to Friday. The instructors or facilitators are often seniors who have either retired from ... [Read More...]
SkillsPEI
SkillsPEI offers programs and services for job seekers, employers and organizations. SkillsPEI provides assistance to unemployed individuals who are eligible for Employment Insurance (EI) and individuals who are non-EI eligible to prepare for and find employment. Programs for job seekers: Training PEI-Healthcare Promotions Pilot Program, Career Connect, Employ PEI, Self ... [Read More...]