Centre for Skills will be closed on Monday, October 14th, 2024. Happy Thanksgiving!
Our regular operations will resume on Tuesday, October 15th, 2024.

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ENHANCED LANGUAGE TRAINING

Prepare Yourself for Work Success

Enhanced Language Training | Pathway to Work

Centre for Skills offers specialized language training for newcomers preparing to enter the Canadian workplace. This course is designed to improve English language skills and prepare students for success at work. Students will:

  • Learn relevant vocabulary and business idioms.
  • Uncover the basics of effective communication and teamwork.
  • Gain confidence in speaking in front of others by learning how to prepare and deliver professional presentations as well as give and receive feedback.
  • Enhance their written communication skills including how to compose clear and effective email messages
  • Learn the basics of project management and improve their problem solving, planning and organizational skills.

Material will include the workplace environment, Canadian corporate culture and the importance of developing cultural intelligence (CQ) in today’s multicultural workplace. Students will also be able to meet with a Career Specialist to learn how to create an effective cover letter and résumé, practice their interview skills, and get connected to employers who are hiring.

Our Enhanced Language Training program will provide you with access to employment opportunities, professional mentorship and volunteer opportunities in Halton region.
 
Enhanced Language Training is a full time, 12-week program for Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees. 
Our ELT program is considered to be a 'full-time' commitment to assist students who are ready to find a job. In order to complete all required assignments and activities successfully, we do not advise taking other courses or working during your daytime or evening course hours."


Eligibility

  • Adult immigrants (18+) who are residents of Ontario
  • Permanent residents and convention refugees
  • Must have a valid and up to date CLB skill level assessment (if you do not have this, we can book an assessment for you)

Information Sessions

If you would like to learn more about our Enahanced Language Training, please join us online for an information session. To register for the information session, please choose one of the dates below.


Register for ELT Classes


 

DAYTIME CLASSES

January 2025


Monday to Thursday:
9:30 AM to 12:00 PM - Zoom class  
12:00 PM to 2:30 PM - Independent study

Friday:  
Independent study, Assignments,
Workshops,1:1 instruction available
 

REGISTRATION OPENS SOON

EVENING CLASSES

January 2025


Monday to Thursday: 
4:00 PM to 6:30 PM -  Independent study
6:30 PM to 9:00 PM - Zoom class

Friday:  
Independent study, Assignments,
Workshops, 1:1 instruction available
 

REGISTRATION OPENS SOON


Need assistance?

Connect with us for more details: newcomers@centreforskills.ca or 905.333.3499 x 415 or complete the form below:











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