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PDF (New Window)| Record #: OAK4420 | Last Full Update: 21 Feb 2020 |
| Memos and Bulletins | |
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| Public Comments | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) * Services have shifted to remote delivery * service delivery to new and existing clients will still be available via telephone or e-mail * for remote delivery program information, see here * or call 1-888-315-5521 |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 905-333-3499 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-888-315-5521 |
| Fax | 905-634-2775 |
| info@centreforskills.ca | |
| Website | centreforskills.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/CentreForSkills/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/centreconnect/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/centre-for-skills-development/ Twitter: twitter.com/CentreConnect YouTube: www.youtube.com/CentreforSkillsDevelopment |
| Agency Information | |
| Description (Agency) | Provides career and workforce development programs and services. |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Established | 1998 |
| Primary Executive | LIsa Rizzato, Chief Executive Officer, Centre for Skills Development & Training; Phone: 905-333-3499; Email: lisa.rizzato@centreforskills.ca |
| Funding | Provincial ; Federal |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) * Services have shifted to remote delivery * service delivery to new and existing clients will still be available via telephone or e-mail * for remote delivery program information, see here * or call 1-888-315-5521 -------------------------------------------- Personal workforce development services and specialized education programs include: Employment Services * include a range of career and employment-related programs and services, most of which are offered on a no-fee basis to qualified candidates Doorways * literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education or independence Skilled Trades Training Programs * pre-apprenticeship training designed to give clients the skills and experience they need to begin a new career in the skilled trades * programs involve comprehensive in-class and shop-floor training as well as job search assistance Services for Employers * provide hiring support for organizations English as a Second Language and Immigrant Services: * services at no cost for eligible immigrants in Halton Region Programs include: * LINC/ESL Classes (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada and English as a Second Language) * Enhanced Language Training (ELT) for Internationally Trained Individuals * Home Renovation for Newcomers program * Settlement Information Specialists * Newcomer Support Coach (Crisis Support) Many of these programs and services are available at multiple locations in Halton Region |
| Hours | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 8 am-4:30 pm * Wed 8 am-7 pm * evening hours Sep-Jun only |
| Areas Served | Halton Region |
| Eligibility | Call for eligibility information for different programs |
| Application | Call to arrange an interview |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Burlington |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Walkers Line and Harvester Rd |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible - for rental facilities and programs * 2nd floor (administration) not accessible |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | Employment / Training ; Newcomers |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Apprenticeship ; Computer & Related Technology Classes ; English as a Second Language ; Job Search Support / Training ; Newcomer Employment Programs ; Newcomer Employment Resources ; Self Employment / Entrepreneurship |
| Service Categories | Apprenticeship Preparation ; Business Assistance Services ; Computer and Related Technology Classes ; English as a Second Language ; Immigrant/Refugee Employment Programs ; Prejob Guidance ; Professional Skills Development Support ; Specialized Information and Referral ~ Immigration Issues |
