Employability Skills

Program Details

Program Phone Number

780-623-5536

Program Description

The Employability Skills Program assists students in making the transition from school to the workplace. The program is 30 weeks in length consisting of a 19-week classroom component followed by 11 weeks of supervised work placement. The classroom component combines applied academics and general employability skills with job-specific skills. Depending on the students’ choice of occupation, they will have an opportunity to obtain certification in skills that will add value in the workplace. The work placement component offered in the second semester focuses on helping students acquire the employment and occupational skills needed to find and maintain employment.

Credential

Certificate

Admission Requirements

Interview with Program Coordinator, recommendation from the Program Coordinator and a Career Counsellor.

Please refer to the following link for minimum technical requirements at our Moodle Site.

Practicum

January 25/13 - April 19/13

Career Potential

Students who successfully complete the Employability Skills Program may either proceed directly to employment in NOC “C” or “D” occupations or they may decide to pursue further academic training if approved by the coordinator.

Transferability

N/A

Program Schedule, Fees & Locations:

Please refer to the link below for current schedule and fees.

Course List

• DTR010 - CLASS 7 LEARNER PREPARATION

  Course ID: DTR010

  Name: CLASS 7 LEARNER PREPARATION

  Hours: 25

  Credits: 1

  This course is designed to give students background information to prepare them to write their learner’s permit exam. Learner must successfully pass Class 7 exam before taking training to learn to drive a car. A learner would take DTR010 or DTR 020, but not both.

  
  
• DTR020 - DRIVER TRAINING

  Course ID: DTR020

  Name: DRIVER TRAINING

  Hours: 25

  Credits: 1

  This course is designed to provide students with the necessary skills to pass the Driver Education written final test and Alberta Class 5 road test.

  
  
• EMPP076 - EFFECTIVE WORKPLACE COMMUNICATIONS

  Course ID: EMPP076

  Name: EFFECTIVE WORKPLACE COMMUNICATIONS

  Hours: 63

  Credits: 0

  Students expand their reading, writing, and speaking skills. Instructional goals will focus on expanding the student's vocabulary related to work, current events, as well as completing forms, participating in class discussions, journal writing, and reading for leisure.

  
  
• EMPP078 - HEALTH AND FITNESS

  Course ID: EMPP078

  Name: HEALTH AND FITNESS

  Hours: 127

  Credits: 0

  Employment success is dependent upon health and fitness. Students participate in daily recreational activities to encourage the development of recreational pastimes and wellness. A classroom component of the program will examine health in today's world and discusses nutrition, drugs, medicines, stress, common illnesses and diseases, and life cycles.

  
  
• EMPP079 - JOB SEARCH SKILLS

  Course ID: EMPP079

  Name: JOB SEARCH SKILLS

  Hours: 51

  Credits: 0

  In this practical course, students learn about their own values and skills and how this knowledge can translate into satisfying work. Completing personal resumes, cover letters and application forms are required.

  
  
• EMPP090 - PRACTICAL MATH

  Course ID: EMPP090

  Name: PRACTICAL MATH

  Hours: 63

  Credits: 0

  Math is part of daily living. Whether it is calculating a paycheque or handling cash, math basics are required in every field. This course applies the principles of math to everyday applications including budgeting money.

  
  
• EMPP091 - PROBLEM SOLVING AND PLANNING IN THE WORKPLACE

  Course ID: EMPP091

  Name: PROBLEM SOLVING AND PLANNING IN THE WORKPLACE

  Hours: 51

  Credits: 0

  Employment success is dependent upon a person's ability to have positive interactions with their co-workers, employers, and the public. This course assists students in examining their own styles of communication, and recognizing ways to improve their interactions with others. Students review how to handle people who are difficult in the workplace. Role playing and group discussions are a major component of this program.

  
  
• EMPP092 - TECHNOLOGY IN THE WORKPLACE

  Course ID: EMPP092

  Name: TECHNOLOGY IN THE WORKPLACE

  Hours: 25

  Credits: 0

  This course provides students with training in the use of modern technology demanded in the marketplace. It introduces students to fundamental computer concepts, including Microsoft Word and Internet applications for the workplace.

  
  
• EMPP093 - WORK PLACEMENT

  Course ID: EMPP093

  Name: WORK PLACEMENT

  Hours: 330

  Credits: 0

  Students will gain the necessary skills to complement their employment profile through classroom work in semester one. In semester two, students are placed in a work environment that matches their interests and aptitude to gain job-related skills. Placement may be short term for students still exploring work interests, so a variety of work settings can be experienced. Long term placements can be arranged for students who are focused on a specific career area. Self and employer evaluations will assist the instructor and student to set goals in acquiring work related skills.

  
  
• EMPP094 - WORKPLACE SAFETY

  Course ID: EMPP094

  Name: WORKPLACE SAFETY

  Hours: 76

  Credits: 0

  Students will review general work safety concerns including appropriate dress and fire safety. Students will complete testing to obtain certificates for CSTS (Construction Safety Training System), Chainsaw Safety, Red Cross Standard First Aid-CPR, and WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System).

  
  
• EMPP095 - BASIC CAR & HOME MAINTENANCE

  Course ID: EMPP095

  Name: BASIC CAR & HOME MAINTENANCE

  Hours: 51

  Credits: 0

  The Employability Skills program strives to ensure any work barrier is overcome. Work barriers may include not being able to attend a job due to a sudden lack of transportation (vehicle problems) or not being able to leave home due to a home maintenance emergency. This course looks at the basics of car and home maintenance for personal use.