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 Summerside
Learning, education & training options across PEI
Academy of Learning College
Academy of Learning College in Charlottetown and Summerside offers a number of post-secondary programs that start all year long. Students can begin training at any time. Programs include: Medical Administrative Assistant Health Unit Coordinator Accounting/Payroll Office Administration Business Administration Customer Service Graphic & Web ... [Read More...]
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...]
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, safety training, and hands-on projects in the classroom. Participants complete small hands-on projects involving ... [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...]
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 mobile device or laptop 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 ... [Read More...]
Holland College Adult Education
Holland College Adult Education is for those who wish to upgrade academic marks or obtain a credit to be accepted 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 ... [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 or https://hairconceptstrainingacademy.com ... [Read More...]
Holland College Atlantic Police Academy
66 Argus St., Slemon Park Summerside 902-888-6700 Visit https://hollandcollege.com/about/campuses-and-centres/atlantic-police-academy/index.html ... [Read More...]
Holland College Marine Training Centre
100 Water Street Summerside 902-888-6485 Visit Holland College | Marine Training Centre ... [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...]
Holland College Summerside Waterfront Campus
98 Water Street Summerside Visit Holland College | College announces new Summerside Waterfront Campus For information about all programs, visit Holland College | Programs ... [Read More...]
Marguerite Connolly Training and Consulting
Programs offered: Resident Care Worker. Marguerite Connolly Training & Consulting is now accepting applications for our next RCW classes starting in Charlottetown on September 8, 2022, and in Summerside on October 24, 2022. With the new Healthcare Priorities Pilot program, 100 percent of the tuition may be covered by SkillsPEI. Call for details! For more ... [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...]
Rural Women’s Business Centre
Services at the Rural Women’s Business Centre include: Work space: The Centre offers a bright and comfortable co-working space with desks, high-speed Internet access, a lounge area and a kitchen. Open 9 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday by drop-in. No charge. All genders are welcome. Training sessions and workshops: A variety of training sessions and workshops are available ... [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...]