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Courses designed for adult learners who want to complete their high school diploma
- focus on reading, writing, mathematics, and social sciences
- individuals successfully completing the program receive Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
Course options include: The Bridges to Success (BTS) program
- online courses tailored to 18 to 21 year olds
- teacher-directed courses in an in-class environment for students who are 21 years of age and older
- fully online courses for students who are 21 years of age and older
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Provides adults in Halton Region the opportunity to achieve secondary school credits
Programs include:
* Bridges to Success (BTS) Credit Program (ages 18-20)
* Adult Class Credit (ages 21 and over)
* Adult Dual Credit (ages 21 and over)
* Adult eCredit (AEC) Online Program (ages 21 and over)
* Cooperative Education Credit
* International Languages Credit (Night School)
* Maturity Prior Learning Assessment (MPLAR) Credits
* Night School Credit
* Summer School Credit
* Guidance and Career Counselling
Adult High School Diploma Program
* for more information, see here
Adult ESL/FSL (English or French as a Second Language) and LINC classes (non-credit)
* for more information, see here
Programs include:
* Bridges to Success (BTS) Credit Program (ages 18-20)
* Adult Class Credit (ages 21 and over)
* Adult Dual Credit (ages 21 and over)
* Adult eCredit (AEC) Online Program (ages 21 and over)
* Cooperative Education Credit
* International Languages Credit (Night School)
* Maturity Prior Learning Assessment (MPLAR) Credits
* Night School Credit
* Summer School Credit
* Guidance and Career Counselling
Adult High School Diploma Program
* for more information, see here
Adult ESL/FSL (English or French as a Second Language) and LINC classes (non-credit)
* for more information, see here
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Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital literacy, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
- one-on-one and small group tutoring - reading, writing & basic math
- computer skills for employment
- academic upgrading - College prep/GED test prep
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Offer a variety of part-time programs for adults who require upgrading in reading, writing, basic math and essential digital skills for employment, and further education or training
Adult Tutoring Program RSW+:
- reading, writing and basic math up to Grade 9 level
- essential skills for work and further training
Computer Skills for Work CSW:
- in-person, instructor-led, small group classes
- access to online learning opportunities
- introduction to Windows, MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel), file management, email, Internet, and business communication
Sheridan College Academic and Career Entrance ACE program:
- in partnership with Sheridan College
- Grade 12 College level OSSD equivalent courses in English, Math, Biology and Chemistry
- prepare for college entrance and Mature Student Test
- qualify for apprenticeship and prepare for apprenticeship testing
GED Test Preparation:
- upgrade Language Arts Reading, Writing and Math for the GED Test
- online learning opportunities for Science and Social studies
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Offer a variety of part-time programs for adults who require upgrading in reading, writing, basic math and essential digital skills for employment, and further education or training
Adult Tutoring Program RSW+:
- reading, writing and basic math up to Grade 9 level
- essential skills for work and further training
Computer Skills for Work CSW:
- in-person, instructor-led, small group classes
- access to online learning opportunities
- introduction to Windows, MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel), file management, email, Internet, and business communication
Sheridan College Academic and Career Entrance ACE program:
- in partnership with Sheridan College
- Grade 12 College level OSSD equivalent courses in English, Math, Biology and Chemistry
- prepare for college entrance and Mature Student Test
- qualify for apprenticeship and prepare for apprenticeship testing
GED Test Preparation:
- upgrade Language Arts Reading, Writing and Math for the GED Test
- online learning opportunities for Science and Social studies
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Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital literacy, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
- one-on-one and small group tutoring - reading, writing & basic math
- computer skills for employment
- academic upgrading - College prep/GED test prep
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Literacy and basic skills training, including
- numeracy, digital,
- communication and interpersonal skills
- employment, apprenticeship
- secondary-school credit
- post-secondary education and greater independence
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COVID 19 -- Closed to in-person service until further notice; call to inquire about online assessments, programs and other services
Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
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Courses designed for adult learners who want to complete their high school diploma
- focus on reading, writing, mathematics, and social sciences
- evening classes
- summer school
- LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers)
- e-learning programs
- independent study programs
- co-op programs
- International Languages program
- Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
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Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
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How to Find - Employment, Apprenticeship, Training and Literacy Programs
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Overview of programs ranging from basic education and literacy to workforce preparation, career training and job search assistance programs, and directs to other related listings in this directory
ADULT LITERACY & BASIC EDUCATION
Reading, writing, speaking, communication, computation and/or problem solving skills:
* for adults who cannot read or write at a functional level) see Adult Literacy Programs here
* to strengthen functional skills in these areas see Adult Basic Education programs here
SECONDARY EDUCATION
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
* to complete at locations in Halton, see here
PREPARING & TRAINING FOR THE WORKFORCE
Prevocational Training (for people with disabilities, including mental health issues)
Instruction and/or counselling to develop:
* physical and emotional tolerance for work demands and pressures
* personal-social behaviours
* basic manual, academic and communications skills needed to acquire basic job skills
* see Prevocational Training programs here
Career Awareness and Counselling
* Career Awareness (provides information and data about various industries and professions): see here
* Career Counselling (provides information and guidance in evaluating aptitude, abilities and interests, to choose a vocation or career and select the type of training): see here
Vocational Assessment
Tests skills, abilities, interests, personality traits and other attributes for success in different occupational areas or specific positions
* may include programs that allow people to try out jobs for short periods of time to see if there's a 'fit' and, for people with disabilities, determine what supports might be needed to succeed if hired.
* for programs see here
Job Training
* Vocational Education, see here
* On the Job Training, see here
* Computer and Related Technology Classes, see here
Work Experience/Internship Programs
* Work Experience Programs, see here
* Internship Programs, see here
Apprenticeship
* Apprenticeship Preparation, see here
* Apprenticeship training, see here
Job training expense assistance
Financial assistance or loans to help people pay for tuition, books, living expenses, transportation, disability supports, assistance in caring for dependents etc.
* for programs see here
JOB SEARCH
Pre-job Guidance
Provides skills in preparing a resume, job application letters/questionnaires, answering job ads and taking employment tests, tips on appropriate dress, personal appearance and interview techniques, etc.)
* for programs see here
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centres
One-stop centres that may include job counselling, testing and assessment, pre-job guidance, job matching and referral, labour market and career information, information on financial aid for education and training, and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counselling, etc.
* for programs see here
Specialized Job Assistance Centres:
Disability-related programs:
* Comprehensive Disability-related Programs, see here
* Supported Employment (job coach works side-by-side with client in workplace), see here
* Centre-based Employment (separate and supported work centres for those with disabilities), see here
Ex-offender Employment Programs, see here
Immigrant/refugee Employment Programs, see here
Indigenous Employment Programs, see here
Summer Employment Programs, see here
Vocational Rehabilitation (for people with disabilities, emotional problems or history of substance abuse), see here
Youth Employment Programs, see here
ADULT LITERACY & BASIC EDUCATION
Reading, writing, speaking, communication, computation and/or problem solving skills:
* for adults who cannot read or write at a functional level) see Adult Literacy Programs here
* to strengthen functional skills in these areas see Adult Basic Education programs here
SECONDARY EDUCATION
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
* to complete at locations in Halton, see here
PREPARING & TRAINING FOR THE WORKFORCE
Prevocational Training (for people with disabilities, including mental health issues)
Instruction and/or counselling to develop:
* physical and emotional tolerance for work demands and pressures
* personal-social behaviours
* basic manual, academic and communications skills needed to acquire basic job skills
* see Prevocational Training programs here
Career Awareness and Counselling
* Career Awareness (provides information and data about various industries and professions): see here
* Career Counselling (provides information and guidance in evaluating aptitude, abilities and interests, to choose a vocation or career and select the type of training): see here
Vocational Assessment
Tests skills, abilities, interests, personality traits and other attributes for success in different occupational areas or specific positions
* may include programs that allow people to try out jobs for short periods of time to see if there's a 'fit' and, for people with disabilities, determine what supports might be needed to succeed if hired.
* for programs see here
Job Training
* Vocational Education, see here
* On the Job Training, see here
* Computer and Related Technology Classes, see here
Work Experience/Internship Programs
* Work Experience Programs, see here
* Internship Programs, see here
Apprenticeship
* Apprenticeship Preparation, see here
* Apprenticeship training, see here
Job training expense assistance
Financial assistance or loans to help people pay for tuition, books, living expenses, transportation, disability supports, assistance in caring for dependents etc.
* for programs see here
JOB SEARCH
Pre-job Guidance
Provides skills in preparing a resume, job application letters/questionnaires, answering job ads and taking employment tests, tips on appropriate dress, personal appearance and interview techniques, etc.)
* for programs see here
Comprehensive Job Assistance Centres
One-stop centres that may include job counselling, testing and assessment, pre-job guidance, job matching and referral, labour market and career information, information on financial aid for education and training, and referral for job training, transportation, child care, personal and financial counselling, etc.
* for programs see here
Specialized Job Assistance Centres:
Disability-related programs:
* Comprehensive Disability-related Programs, see here
* Supported Employment (job coach works side-by-side with client in workplace), see here
* Centre-based Employment (separate and supported work centres for those with disabilities), see here
Ex-offender Employment Programs, see here
Immigrant/refugee Employment Programs, see here
Indigenous Employment Programs, see here
Summer Employment Programs, see here
Vocational Rehabilitation (for people with disabilities, emotional problems or history of substance abuse), see here
Youth Employment Programs, see here
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Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
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Courses designed for adult learners who want to complete their high school diploma
- focus on Math, Science, Social Science, and English courses
- offers day classes, evening classes (Mississauga) and summer school
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Literacy and Basic Skills, Adult Education Centre - Brampton
Office: 905-270-6000 ext 6401Visit Website
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Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
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Courses designed for adult learners who want to complete their high school diploma
- focus on reading, writing, mathematics, and social sciences
- individuals successfully completing the program receive Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
Course options include: The Bridges to Success (BTS) program
- online courses tailored to 18 to 21 year olds
- teacher-directed courses in an in-class environment for students who are 21 years of age and older
- fully online courses for students who are 21 years of age and older
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Provides adults in Halton Region the opportunity to achieve secondary school credits
Programs include:
* Bridges to Success (BTS) Credit Program (ages 18-20)
* Adult Class Credit (ages 21 and over)
* Adult Dual Credit (ages 21 and over)
* Adult eCredit (AEC) Online Program (ages 21 and over)
* Cooperative Education Credit
* International Languages Credit (Night School)
* Maturity Prior Learning Assessment (MPLAR) Credits
* Night School Credit
* Summer School Credit
* Guidance and Career Counselling
Adult High School Diploma Program
* for more information, see here
Adult ESL/FSL (English or French as a Second Language) and LINC classes (non-credit)
* for more information, see here
Programs include:
* Bridges to Success (BTS) Credit Program (ages 18-20)
* Adult Class Credit (ages 21 and over)
* Adult Dual Credit (ages 21 and over)
* Adult eCredit (AEC) Online Program (ages 21 and over)
* Cooperative Education Credit
* International Languages Credit (Night School)
* Maturity Prior Learning Assessment (MPLAR) Credits
* Night School Credit
* Summer School Credit
* Guidance and Career Counselling
Adult High School Diploma Program
* for more information, see here
Adult ESL/FSL (English or French as a Second Language) and LINC classes (non-credit)
* for more information, see here
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Short Description
Offer a variety of part-time programs for adults who require upgrading in reading, writing, basic math and essential digital skills for employment, and further education or training
Adult Tutoring Program RSW+:
- reading, writing and basic math up to Grade 9 level
- essential skills for work and further training
Computer Skills for Work CSW:
- in-person, instructor-led, small group classes
- access to online learning opportunities
- introduction to Windows, MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel), file management, email, Internet, and business communication
Sheridan College Academic and Career Entrance ACE program:
- in partnership with Sheridan College
- Grade 12 College level OSSD equivalent courses in English, Math, Biology and Chemistry
- prepare for college entrance and Mature Student Test
- qualify for apprenticeship and prepare for apprenticeship testing
GED Test Preparation:
- upgrade Language Arts Reading, Writing and Math for the GED Test
- online learning opportunities for Science and Social studies
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Short Description
Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
- one-on-one and small group tutoring - reading, writing & basic math
- computer skills for employment
- academic upgrading - College prep/GED test prep
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COVID 19 -- Closed to in-person service until further notice; call to inquire about online assessments, programs and other services
Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
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Literacy and Basic Skills, Adult Education Centre - Bramalea
1-800-668-1146 Office: 905-270-6000 ext 6401
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Literacy and basic skills training, including numeracy, digital, communication and interpersonal skills
- helps learners prepare for employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education and greater independence
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Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board
1-800-387-9501 Office: 905-890-1221 , Admissions 905-890-1221 ext 24512
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Full academic program in a Roman Catholic environment
Adult Education -- adult upgrading centres
- kindergarten to grade 12
- Catholic family life education
- Adult Education
- Advanced Placement program
- alternative education programs
- eLearning
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- French as a Second Language and Immersion
- International Baccalaureate Program
- Specialist High Skills Major programming
- Dual Credit
- Ontario Youth Apprenticeship (OYAP)
- special education programs
- international language program offered on Saturdays in some schools
- support services
Adult Education -- adult upgrading centres
- English as a Second Language (ESL) classes -- see website for locations
- French as a Second Language (FSL) classes
- Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) in English, upon assessment by achev -- see separate entry
- citizenship language classes
- social work, psychological services, guidance counseling
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COVID-19 -- immigrant families that require assistance with technology for student use can contact the settlement workers in their schools or the We Welcome the World Centres, 905-366-8791 or welcomecentre@peelsb.com
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Academic program
We Welcome the World -- orientation and assessment centres for elementary and secondary students new to Ontario or Canada, call 905-366-8791 to book an appointment
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Academic program
- Kindergarten to grade 12
- Day, night and credit classes
- After school programs, child care
- Adult education
- Alternate Schools program
- English as a Second Language (ESL), literacy and heritage language classes
- French immersion
- International Baccalaureate
- Dual Credit
- Specialist High Skills Major program
- Ontario Youth Apprenticeship program (OYAP)
- Online learning
- Special education
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Specialized Language Training (STL)
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by achev -- see separate entry
- Essential Skills Upgrading (Literacy and Basic Skills, LBS)
We Welcome the World -- orientation and assessment centres for elementary and secondary students new to Ontario or Canada, call 905-366-8791 to book an appointment
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Adult Credit Program, St Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Learning Centre
Office: 905-891-3034Visit Website
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Courses designed for adult learners who want to complete their high school diploma
Computer and accounting credit courses also available
- focus on reading, writing, mathematics, and social sciences
Computer and accounting credit courses also available
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Courses designed for adult learners who want to complete their high school diploma
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) available for mature students
Computer and accounting credit courses also available
- focus on reading, writing, mathematics, and social sciences
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) available for mature students
Computer and accounting credit courses also available
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Office open to the public Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm; for information call, 905-279-3679
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Settlement Services for Immigrants and Refugees
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Settlement Services for Immigrants and Refugees
- needs assessment, information and referral, advocacy, orientation, translation and interpretation, escort, assistance in finding housing
- sponsorship of refugees
- health workshops, mental health -- support groups, counselling
- heritage language classes
- skills upgrading, adult literacy classes
- seniors program including support groups and health education
- youth program offering services in settlement, counselling, skills development and social events
- Homework Club with individual assistance and group work
- citizenship test preparation classes
- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks
- trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development
- day or evening classes
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