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...]
Education & Training in Summerside
Learning, education & training options across PEI
CAPEI Youth in Trades
CAPEI Youth in Trades is sponsored by the Construction Association of PEI and is funded in part by the Government of Canada. The program, which is held in Charlottetown and in Summerside, includes 30 hours per week for eight weeks of employability skills and safety training in the classroom. Participants complete three days of orientation at Holland College and tour ... [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: 902-566-2811 Summerside: 902-436-5739 Visit www.careerbridges.pe.ca. Funded by the Department of Education and Lifelong Learning through the Canada/Prince Edward ... [Read More...]
College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada
The College of Piping and Celtinc Performing Arts of Canada in Summerside offers year-round and summer programs and workshops in bagpiping, drumming, highland dance, step dance, and fiddle. Some online programs are also offered. For more information, call 902-436-5377 or email [email protected] Visit https://collegeofpiping.com/. ... [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. October 2019 ... [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. All the user needs is 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 ... [Read More...]
Hair Concepts Training Academy
Hair Concepts Training Academy is located at 296 Water Street in Summerside. They offer two program training models to be completed in as little as eight months. For more information, call Lana Noonan at 902-439-6825. Visit www.facebook.com/Hair-Concepts-Training-Academy-602614636567991/?fref. ... [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 ... [Read More...]
Holland College Atlantic Policy Academy
66 Argus St., Slemon Park Summerside 902-888-6700 Visit http://www.hollandcollege.com/about/Campuses%20and%20Centres/Atlantic%20Police%20Academy/ ... [Read More...]
Holland College Marine Training Centre
100 Water Street Summerside 902-888-6485 Visit http://www.hollandcollege.com/about/Campuses%20and%20Centres/Marine%20Training%20Centre/ ... [Read More...]
Holland College Summerside Waterfront Campus
98 Water Street Summerside Visit http://www.hollandcollege.com/about/Campuses%20and%20Centres/. For information about all programs, visit www.hollandcollege.com. ... [Read More...]
Institute of Advanced Learning
Institute of Advanced Learning offers GED preparation programs as well as academic credits to complete high school and prepare for post-secondary programs. These courses are offered year-round and students can start at any time! Benefit from small classes and individualized attention. Classes are offered in Summerside and Charlottetown. Note: Classes are offered ... [Read More...]
Marguerite Connolly Training and Consulting
Programs offered: Resident Care Worker and Home Support Worker. The program begins September 5, 2019 in Charlottetown, and October 23, 2019 in Summerside. For more information, call Katherine McQuaid at 902-566-9705 or e-mail [email protected] Visit www.rcwtraining.com. ... [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 Council of People with Disabilities
PEI Council of People with Disabilities 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. ... [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, and some are now being offered in the evenings. The instructors or facilitators are often ... [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, Career Connect, Employ PEI, Self Employ PEI, Work Experience PEI, ... [Read More...]
Spotlight School of Arts Inc.
Acting, musical theatre, dance, improv, art classes, and camps are offered in Summerside and Charlottetown. For more information, call Reasha at 902-303-2780 or e-mail [email protected] Visit http://confedcourtmall.com/store/spotlight-school-of-arts/. ... [Read More...]
Tourism Industry Association of PEI (TIAPEI)
Tourism Industry Association of PEI (TIAPEI) Training offered: emerit products and programs based on industry-defined standards recognized across Canada industry job board For more information, call 902-566-5008. Visit www.tiapei.pe.ca and click Professional Development. For a list of tourism-related positions, visit www.choosetourism.ca and click Employment ... [Read More...]
Trade HERizons
Are you a woman on EI, working 20 hours a week or less, on social assistance, or have no income? Are you interested in exploring career options in trade and industrial technology sectors? Trade HERizons is a career exploration and college prep program. Propelle is a life skills and employment readiness program with a focus on jobs where women are underrepresented. Check ... [Read More...]
UPEI Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development
UPEI offers a wide range of intensive professional development courses and Certificate Programs specifically designed to address the needs of working professionals at all stages of their careers. The programs are constantly reviewed and updated to ensure that the content remains pertinent to today's workplace. Visit http://upei.ca/professional-development. ... [Read More...]
Université Sainte-Anne
Université Sainte-Anne offers a variety of full-time or part-time options for French as second language training at the campus location in Charlottetown. The university has years of proven success in working with students of all levels, and is noted for its ability to match its teaching to the specific needs of the language learner. This customized approach is easily adaptable ... [Read More...]
University of Prince Edward Island
The university has seven faculties, each with many departments: Arts Business Education Nursing Science Veterinary Medicine Sustainable Design Engineering All faculties offer courses at the undergraduate level. Graduate degrees are offered in the faculties of Arts, Business, Education, Nursing, Science, Veterinary Medicine and Sustainable Design ... [Read More...]
Workplace Learning PEI Inc.
Workplace Learning PEI Inc. provides Workplace Essentials Skills programs and services on PEI for employers and job seekers. Employers: Having difficulty finding people with the right skills? Is training is not sticking? Are employees making too many mistakes? It may be an issue that can be solved with Essential Skills training. The good news is that Essential Skills ... [Read More...]