Essential Skills Development
Provided by: Saskatchewan Polytechnic
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- Academic and Career Counselling Services (6 locations)
- Certificate and Diploma Programs and Credit Courses (6 locations)
- Continuing Education (6 locations)
- Dental Clinic
- Employment Readiness (2 locations)
- English Language Training (2 locations)
- Essential Skills Development (4 locations)
- Financial Assistance (6 locations)
- Indigenous Student Resources (6 locations)
- Literacy and Adult Education: Academic Upgrading (6 locations)
- Student Accessibility Services (6 locations)
Service Description
Provides essential and employability skills training in preparation for employment, framed by learning experiences:
- Certifications as required by individualized learning and employment plans (WHMIS, First Aid/CPR, Food Safe)
- Employability skills development (accountability, adaptability, attitude, confidence, motivation, presentation, problem-solving, stress management, teamwork and time management)
- Increased familiarity with the local labour market, employment services and further training
- Opportunities to demonstrate essential skills in various environments (ie. volunteer/work experiences)
- Resume, portfolio, and interview experience
- Transition support to employment or further training
Duration of programming is determined by individual goals and the learning plan. May range from 4 – 32 weeks.
Application Process
1) Complete the online Literacy and Adult Education application.
2) Complete the Education and Employment History form.
3) Complete the Authorization for Guidance Counsellor to Access Student Information form.
Applicants who are Saskatchewan graduates, high school students from other provinces or foreign educated, must submit high school and post-secondary transcripts using their local Literacy and Adult Education email address.
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Fees
Contact the Saskatchewan Polytechnic for information.
Toll-Free: 1-866-467-4278
Hours of Operation
Seven start dates: from September to April.
Service Website
saskpolytech.ca/programs-and-courses/literacy-and-adult-education/essential-skills-development.aspx
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Coverage Area
Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon
Languages Offered
English
Regina Campus
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Mailing Address
Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina Campus
PO Box 556
Regina SK S4P 3A3
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- Academic and Career Counselling Services (6 locations)
- Certificate and Diploma Programs and Credit Courses (6 locations)
- Continuing Education (6 locations)
- Dental Clinic
- Employment Readiness (2 locations)
- English Language Training (2 locations)
- Essential Skills Development (4 locations)
- Financial Assistance (6 locations)
- Indigenous Student Resources (6 locations)
- Literacy and Adult Education: Academic Upgrading (6 locations)
- Student Accessibility Services (6 locations)
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Moose Jaw Campus
600 Saskatchewan Street
Moose Jaw SK S6H 4R4 -
Prince Albert Campus - Academic Building
1500 10th Avenue East
Prince Albert SK S6V 7S3 -
Regina Campus
4500 Wascana Parkway
Regina SK S4S 5X1 -
Saskatoon Campus
1130 Idylwyld Drive
Saskatoon SK S7K 3R5
Location Info
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Accessibility
Wheelchair access - designated parking spaces; Wheelchair access - front or side or back doors; Wheelchair access - ramps; Wheelchair access - washrooms (at least one); Wheelchair access - call for details or special appointment req’d; Elevators
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