We had another successful graduation, 14 youth graduated from the “Learn 2 Earn” program at EmployAbilities. Twelve youth out of the fourteen secured employment. Congratulations to all the Graduates!

About Learn 2 Earn

In our 20-week program, participants between 15 to 30 years old develop necessary skills to prepare for employment. Students can expect the following during the course.

  • Gaining 12 weeks of work experience
  • Eight weeks of employment skills training
  • Understanding employer and employee expectations
  • Developing interview skills
  • Experiencing job tryouts
  • Developing networking skills and meeting employers
  • Crafting and dropping off resumes

After completing the program, participants leave with the following.

  • Employment close to their long-term goals
  • Confidence to apply for future jobs
  • Certificates, including:
    • Standard First Aid
    • Food Safe Level II
    • WHMIS
    • Inventory Control
    • Service Best
    • Basic Computer Skills
    • ProServe
    • OSSA Fall Protection*
    • Warehouse Essentials*
    • Fork Lift*

*Depending on employment goals

For more information about Learn 2 Earn and the next program intake, please contact:

Chandra Sigamoney
780.423.4106
chandra@shawns25.sg-host.com