Upcoming Events, Workshops and Programs
- Calendars of Events for Employment Services
- Workshops and Information Sessions
- Always Available! Continuous Intake Programs
CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT SERVICES
This Employment Ontario program is funded in part by the Government of Canada.
Download a printable Calendar of Events for Employment Services workshops happening at any of these locations. If your computer cannot open PDFs, download the free Adobe Reader software.
| May 2012 |
WORKSHOPS AND INFORMATION SESSIONS
Looking for a workshop that will help you find the right job? Here’s what’s coming up this month. Sign up to reserve a spot.
May 22
Secrets of Workopolis & Monster - Oakville 10 - 11 am
An industry expert will share the secrets behind these powerful online job search websites and how to get your resume in front of the employer every time. Call to reserve a spot: 905-845-1157 x121.
May 22
Second Career # 1 Information Session - Milton 1 - 2 30 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. To register, please call: 905-693-8458 x101
May 22
Basic Resume Writing - Clarkson 1 30 - 4 pm
Does your resume get you interviews? Come and learn how to get noticed with these resume essentials. Call 905-855-6933 x101 to book.
May 23
Introduction to Resume Writing - Oakville 9 am - 12 pm
Does your resume get you interviews? Come and learn how to get noticed with these resume essentials. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to reserve.
May 23
Second Career #2 Information Session - Burlington 10 - 11 30 am
Detailing steps in the application preparation. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to reserve a spot.
May 23
Interviews That Impress - Milton 1 - 4 pm
Do you find Interviews challenging? Wonder how to answer questions and make a great impression? Attend this session to learn how to have an effective interview experience. To register, please call 905-693-8458 x101
May 23
Second Career Information Session - Oakville 1 30 - 2 30 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to reserve.
May 23
Second Career Information Session #1 - Clarkson 1 30 - 3 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call to reserve a spot: 905-855-6933 x101
May 24
Targeting Your Resume - Burlington 9 am - 12 pm
Make your resume stand out by targeting it, and using relevant accomplishment statements. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to book.
May 24
Work and Your Interests - Clarkson 9 - 11 30 am
Trying to find a career you will love? This session helps you explore your values and interests in a way that you can apply to career decision making. Call to reserve a spot: 905-855-6933 x101.
May 24
Interviews that Impress - Burlington 1 - 4 pm
Do you find Interviews challenging? Wonder how to answer questions and make a great impression? Attend this session to learn how to have an effective interview experience. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to book your appointment.
May 24
Mock Interviews - Milton 1 - 4 pm
Reserve your one-to-one appointment with an Employment Advisor and receive valuable feedback on your interview skills.
To register, please call 905-693-8458 x101
May 25
Personality Dimensions - Oakville 9 am - 12 30 pm
Do you want to learn more about yourself and how to improve relationships with others? Come to this fun and interactive Dimensions Workshop to better understand your personality type, your preferences, your strengths and how you prefer to communicate. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to register.
May 25
Scott’s Directory Tutorial - Milton 1 - 2 pm
Learn how to navigate through the Scott’s Directory website to obtain the contact and other information for companies meeting your specifications. To Register, please call 905-693-8458 x101
May 29
Personality Dimensions - Burlington 9 am - 3 pm
Do you want to learn more about career options that fit with your personal work values? Do you want to learn more about yourself and how to improve relationships with others? Come to this fun and interactive Personality Dimensions Workshop to better understand your personality type, your preferences, your strengths and how you prefer to communicate. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to register.
May 29
Second Career Information Session 2 - Milton 10 - 11 am
Detailing steps in the application preparation. To register, please call 905-693-8458 x101
May 29
IMPRESS Customer Service - Oakville 12 30 - 3 30 pm
Customer service techniques used by experts to meet service requirements in today’s workforce. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to reserve.
May 29
IMPRESS Customer Service - Clarkson 1 30 - 4 pm
Employment in today’s workforce is largely service-based, and that requires exceptional customer service skills. Learn the techniques that the experts use and receive a Certificate. Call to reserve a spot: 905-855-6933 x101.
May 30
IMPRESS Customer Service Certification - Milton 9 am - 12 pm
Employment in today’s workforce is largely service-based, and that requires exceptional customer service skills. Learn the techniques that the experts use and receive a Certificate. To register please call 905-693-8458 x101
May 30
Accessing the Hidden Job Market - Oakville 9 am - 12 pm
Experts say only 20% of job openings are advertised. How do you access the rest? Learn how to create a Job Seeker Summary, effectively network, use the phone to find jobs, and other strategies. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to book an appointment.
May 30
Personality Dimensions Workshop - Clarkson 1 30 - 4 pm
Do you want to learn more about yourself and how to improve relationships with others? Come to this fun and interactive Dimensions Workshop to better understand your personality type, your preferences, your strengths and how you prefer to communicate. Call 905-855-6933 x101 to register.
May 30
General Skilled Trades Information Session - Burlington 3 - 5 pm
Learn about The Centre’s Skilled Trades program in Electrical, Construction or Manufacturing by attending a free information session, call 905-333-3499 ext. 121 or 1-888-315-5521 ext. 121, or email trades@thecentre.on.ca. For a brief description visit http://thecentre.on.ca/skilledtrades
May 31
Interviews that Impress - Oakville 9 am - 12 pm
Do you find Interviews challenging? Wonder how to answer questions and make a great impression? Attend this session to learn how to have an effective interview experience. Call 905-845-1157 x121 to reserve.
June 4
Labour Market Access -Job Search Workshops - Millcroft 9 am - 3 pm
Are you a Permanent Resident, Convention Refugee or live-in Caregiver? Are you ready, willing and able to work? Can you communicate in English?
The JSW program is now available at The Centre for Skills Development & Training, in Millcroft and Milton locations. This program has no cost for eligible participants.
What is the JSW program?
The JSW program offers short-term, pre-employment wo
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June 5
Accessing the Hidden Job Market - Burlington 1 - 4 pm
Create a plan for an effective job search. Learn how to create a Job Seeker Summary, effectively network, use the phone to find jobs, and other strategies. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to book.
June 7
Second Career #1 Information Session - Burlington 2 - 3 30 pm
Learn more about the Second Career program including eligibility requirements and financial information. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to reserve a spot.
June 13
General Skilled Trades Information Session - Burlington 5 30 - 7 30 pm
Learn about The Centre’s Skilled Trades program in Electrical, Construction or Manufacturing by attending a free information session, call 905-333-3499 ext. 121 or 1-888-315-5521 ext. 121, or email trades@thecentre.on.ca. For a brief description visit http://thecentre.on.ca/skilledtrades
June 14
Targeting Your Resume - Burlington 9 am - 12 pm
Make your resume stand out by targeting it, and using relevant accomplishment statements. Call 905-333-3499 x140 to book.
ALWAYS AVAILABLE!
Continuous Intake Programs
Doorways: Essential Skills for the Workplace
Need to improve your reading, writing or math skills? Free upgrading is available! Prepare for employment, the trades, the GED, the mature students’ test, or further training and education. Daytime or evening classes are available. Free academic assessment service also provided. For more information or to set up an appointment please call 905-333-3499 x 132 or email doorways@thecentre.on.ca.
English Language Classes
Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) and English as a Second Language (ESL)
Our FREE classes are offered in a comfortable setting, close to home, and feature:
■Qualified teachers
■Activities designed to improve your listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills
■Computer-assisted learning
■Additional assistance to address individual needs
■Preparation for furt
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Labour Market Access - ELT Your Way
Are you, or is someone you know…
…internationally educated and in need of Canadian experience?
…an internationally trained professional who is underemployed?
…seeking employment in Canada but not sure how to search?
ELT Your Way for Internationally Educated Professionals and Business People may be what you need to jump start your new career!
a twelve week part-time program, t
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Labour Market Access - Enhanced Language Training
Are you, or is someone you know…
…internationally educated and in need of Canadian experience?
…an internationally trained professional who is underemployed?
…seeking employment in Canada but not sure how to search?
Enhanced Language Training for Internationally Educated Professionals and Business People may be what you need to jump start your new career!
The Enhanced Languag
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Labour Market Access -Job Search Workshops
Are you a Permanent Resident, Convention Refugee or live-in Caregiver? Are you ready, willing and able to work? Can you communicate in English?
The JSW program is now available at The Centre for Skills Development & Training, in Millcroft and Milton locations. This program has no cost for eligible participants.
What is the JSW program?
The JSW program offers short-term, pre-employment wo
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Pronunciation Plus
Would you like to gain confidence in speaking with others?
Pronunciation PLUS is a program for people whose first language is not English and who want to reduce common pronunciation errors.
■15-week program at our Burlington location
■open to everyone who has CLB 4 or higher
■a Canadian English dictionary with an International Phonetic Alphabet is necessary
■there is a $25 materia
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