Centre for Skills sites will be closed over the holidays from Dec 25, 2024 to Jan 1, 2025, except for our employment services locations, which will provide service remotely on Dec 27, 28 and 29 during the holiday period. You may check Employment Services contact information and hours of operation in our “Centre News” section at the bottom of this page.
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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.
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." For all our online classes, learners are expected to use a computer or laptop with a functional camera turned on during class.
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 HERE