by Ruby Arsenault The West Prince Campus of Holland College is celebrating its 10th year of offering the Administrative Assistant program. The program offers both in-person and online/distance training. Learning Manager Sherri Roberts is very proud of the program and is equally proud of the students who have graduated. “The graduating students have gone on to find ... [Read More...]
Holland College offers microcredentials to help industries meet skills needs
by Ethan Paquet 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 ... [Read More...]
Info for students, parents, educators, and policy makers
About 38 PEI industries: in-depth info to help with career planning A conversation with students when between high school and post-secondary Advice for post-secondary students facing life after graduation All encompassing list of education and training opportunities on PEI Atlantic Canada Career Week- info for secondary and post-secondary students, parents, and ... [Read More...]
Holland College hiring needs
by Gloria Welton Holland College has campuses and centres across the Island. Hiring is ongoing all year, with the busiest time being from April to September, and most positions are full-time. The locations include Georgetown Centre, Prince of Wales Campus, Tourism and Culinary Centre (home of The Culinary Institute of Canada), West Prince Campus, Summerside ... [Read More...]
University of PEI hires year-round
by Ethan Paquet The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs as well as professional development courses and certificate programs designed to address the needs of working professionals at all stages of their careers. There are about 1,200 employees on staff, including student employees, staff, and ... [Read More...]