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Camosun College 

Program name: Employment Preparation Program

 

Program Code: ETPEP.ESSK.CERT OR ETPEP.GARD.CERT

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📍Location where program is offered: Interurban Campus of Camosun College in Victoria, British Columbia 

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📅Program length: 15 weeks (self-paced)


💵Cost:

Employment Preparation - Essential Employment Skills Specialization, Certificate

$2,343 

OR

Employment Preparation - EARTH Gardening Specialization, Certificate

$2,531 

For more information on scholarships and financial aid 

 

📜Certificate: 

Certificate in Employment Preparation: Essential Employment Skills Specialization 

Certificate in Employment Preparation: EARTH Gardening Specialization

(The certificate given depends on which specialization the student chooses to study)

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Program description:

Students who enroll in Employment Preparation will acquire the knowledge, attitudes, practises, and skills necessary to succeed in entry-level employment training. This course is designed to be finished in 15 weeks. There will be options for students to finish this degree over a longer period of time while working part-time. Students examine their beliefs, interests, and opportunities before setting goals and creating a learning plan to develop crucial life, learning, and career skills. Reading, document usage, writing, numeracy, oral communication, thinking abilities (like problem solving, decision-making, critical thinking, job task planning, organisation, and finding/recalling information), collaboration with others, use of digital technology, and ongoing learning are all essential skills. The habits of a resilient lifestyle that support preparedness for entry-level employment will be examined by the students.The rate and depth of learning vary among students. To help them design and adhere to a learning plan, they will continually receive direction and assistance. Additionally, students will connect with resources and investigate chances for education, employment, and community involvement that represent their skills, interests, and values.


 

✅Program requirements: 

  • Not open to international students

  • All students admitted must take part in an intake conversation to decide suitability for the program


 

☎️Contact: 

Phone: 250-370-3839 (Interurban Campus)

Email: fournierm@camosun.ca
 

📖Read more about how to apply 

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🔗Link for more information: https://camosun.ca/programs-courses/find-program/employment-preparation-certificate#program

Program name: Occupations Launch Program

 

Program Code: ETPOL.CERT

 

📍Location: Interurban Campus of Camosun College in British Columbia

 

📅Program length: 15 weeks (for each specialization)


 

💵Cost: $1,687 (however, this may vary depending on the classes that are selected)

Information about scholarships and bursaries can be found here.  


 

📜Credential: 

Certificate in Occupations Launch - Transition to Employment 

Certificate in Occupations Launch - Community Leadership

 

(The certificate given depends on which specialization the student chooses to study)

 

Course description:

The Occupations Launch program at Camosun College helps students develop the skills, attitudes, and knowledge to find and maintain stable occupation within entry-level work and/or non-paid community contributions. Students will explore the values, practices, and benefits of lifelong learning and connecting to communities through meaningful contributions and esteemed roles.

 

In addition, students will gain customer service, time management, communication, telephone,  and interview skills and learn to prepare a resume and job search.

 

Program Courses: 

 

All of:

ETP 0515 - Transition to Employment

ETP 052 - Community Service

ETP o53 - Leadership

 

Course requirements: 

  • Be over the age of 19 years old

  • Either submit a transcript or complete an assessment to determine the level of skill

  • Must participate in an admissions interview to determine suitability for the program and for working in an applied learning setting

  • Submit an application online through EducationPlaner or EducationPlanner if the student is currently attending high school in British Columbia or Yukon

  • Demonstrate a willingness to participate fully in the program

  • A Criminal Record Check may be required depending on the work placement

  • Must be able to navigate the community safely

 

☎️Contact: 

Mark Fournier, Chair of Employment Training and Preparation

Phone: 250-370-3839

Email: FournierM@camosun.ca

 

📖Read more about how to apply

🔗Link for more information: https://camosun.ca/programs-courses/find-program/occupations-launch-certificate#program

Program name: Sector-Specific Employment Training

 

Program Code: ETPSS.CERT

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📍Location: Interurban Campus of Camosun College in British Columbia

 

📅Program length: 15 weeks (for each specialization)

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💵Cost: $1,968 (however, this may vary depending on the classes that are selected)

Information about scholarships and bursaries can be found here.  

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📜Credential: 

Certificate in Sector-Specific Employment Training - Customized Employment Training

Certificate in Sector-Specific Employment Training - Customer Service Skills 

Certificate in Sector-Specific Employment Training - Farm to Table Food Service

 

(The certificate given depends on which specialization the student chooses to study)

 

Course description:

The Sector-Specific Employment Training program at Camosun College is designed to help students develop the skills, attitudes, and knowledge to prepare themselves for employment in a variety of entry-level work sectors. Students will also be introduced to the language, practices, and skills used in these sectors through applied learning and work experience placements.

 

Program Courses: 

 

All of: 

ETP 036 - Effective Job Search Skills

ETP 035 - Workplace Certificates

 

At least one of:

ETP 030 - Customized Employment Training 

ETP 031 - Customer Service Skills 

ETP 032 - Farm to Table Food Service 

 

Electives:

COMP 030 - Fundamental Computer Studies 

COMP 040 - Intermediate Computer Studies 


 

Course requirements: 

  • Be over the age of 19 years old

  • Either submit a transcript or complete an assessment to determine the level of skill

  • Must participate in an admissions interview to determine suitability for the program and for working in an applied learning setting

  • Submit an application online through EducationPlaner or EducationPlanner if the student is currently attending high school in British Columbia or Yukon

  • Demonstrate a willingness to participate fully in the program

  • A Criminal Record Check may be required depending on the work placement

  • Must be able to navigate the community safely

 

☎️Contact: 

Mark Fournier, Chair of Employment Training and Preparation

Phone: 250-370-3839

Email: FournierM@camosun.ca

 

📖Read more about how to apply

🔗Link for more information: https://camosun.ca/programs-courses/find-program/sector-specific-employment-training-certificate#program 

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