The Centre for Education & Training

7700 Hurontario St, Brampton, ON L6Y 4M3

Karen McNeil, Strategic Development Manager

905-949-0049, ext. 2401

905-949-6004

kmcneil@tcet.com

www.tcet.com, www.yoc.on.ca, www.clta.on.ca, www.jobsinmotion.on.ca, www.nmec.ca, www.qcic.on.ca

Career planning & job search, New Media Employment Centre, Employment Services Centre, Employment Resource Centre, Experienced worker program, Newcomer Information Centre, Youth opportunities and programs, Centre for Language Training & Assessment (CLTA); , Jobs in Motion, , QCIC Employment Services, Computer Training

8:30 – 4:30

We have over 300 computer stations

All computers have Internet access

No, many of our programs are accessible to only program participants

Accessibility features and adaptive technology are made available on an as needs basis in many of our programs, however, our new Brampton ERC is equipped with accessibility features such as accessible computers and software geared to individuals with disabilities

Staff at the Brampton ERC will receive training

Bernadette Salmon

All of our facilities have accessible entrances, washrooms and training rooms

All of our facilities have accessible entrances, washrooms and training rooms. ( Exception-the mobile unit does not have washrooms at all)

All of our facilities have accessible entrances, washrooms and training rooms

No, since all are accessible

Cost of elevators, chairlifts and ramps can be prohibitive

Marketing to answer this question

no

yes

not currently

Career Coach – targets economically and socially disadvantaged youth and newcomers to Canada. Outcomes and benefits to clients include: clear employment goals, greater self-awareness, an understanding of community resources and services, plan of action leading to employment, greater self-confidence, communication strategies, conflict resolution skills, an understanding of workplace expectations etc. Youth Opportunities - designed to meet youths¡ employment needs through a series of program components: skills assessment/identification, increasing self confidence, defining realistic career goal, effective job search strategies, effective interview techniques, effective job search action plan. Experienced Workers Program – provides the information, tools and skills essential to a successful job search in today¡s market for job seekers who are age 45 and above. Workshops include: Personality Dimensions, Myths and Barriers to Employment, Managing Job Loss and Change, Career Anchors, Career Cruising, Skills Inventory, Labour Market Trends, Goal Setting, Business Communication, Interview Skills. Breaking Barriers – prepares Internationally Trained Professionals to effectively search for meaningful employment within their industry or trade through the development of Action Plans, consultation and research.

Currently not

There is no fee charged for the Employability skills programs, however fees do apply for some of our other programs such as General Interest and ESL

Individual programs have specific criteria, but targeted clients include youth who are economically and socially disadvantaged, experienced workers over 45 and internationally trained professionals.

Clients are encouraged to complete assessment forms and staff follow up with phone calls as well

Clients complete assessment forms

Yes. Staff follow-up with phone calls

Management and Director