Program at a glance
Credential
Certificate
Work experience
None
Study options
Full-time
Open to International
No
Area of study
Length
15 weeks
Find your best fit
Applied, entry level, hands-on learning
Start in September or听January!
Your road map to a satisfying career
With our help and support, you鈥檒l learn entry-level employment skills, obtain external certifications, get practical workplace experience, and develop the confidence to pursue further learning, volunteering and employment opportunities.听
Educational options
Certificate in Employment Preparation:听Essential Employment Skills Specialization听
Certificate in Employment Preparation:听EARTH Gardening Specialization
The Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG)听will continue to cover the cost of textbooks and student and registration fees for eligible students. Some students are able to approve for additional funding.听
Get started with Employment Preparation where you will develop the skills, attitudes, knowledge and practices that prepare you for entry-level employment training. This program is meant to be completed in 30 weeks with you learning at your own pace and level. You'll explore interests, values and opportunities so you can set goals and develop a learning plan to build essential skills for life, learning and work. Through ongoing guidance and support, you'll explore lifestyle practices that develop resilience while connecting with resources and exploring opportunities for learning, work and community connection that reflect your abilities, interests, and values.听
What you'll learn
Current students wanting information about your program, go to student planning in听.
Program outline
For more details, including courses, please see the program outline in the academic calendar.
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Tuition and fees
Effective from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026
Estimated tuition
Tuition estimates are for the entire program.
Employment Preparation - Essential Employment Skills Specialization, Certificate
$ 2,689 (domestic)
Employment Preparation - EARTH Gardening Specialization, Certificate
$2,689 (domestic)
Domestic tuition fees vary depending on the individual course fees for the classes you select.
Student fees
In addition to tuition estimates, student fees are calculated based on your enrolment. Refer to:听Student Fees.
Financial assistance
罢丑别听Adult Upgrading Grant (AUG)听covers student fees, deposit, tuition (if applicable), required textbooks and childcare support for eligible students enrolled in 0-level upgrading courses.
You may need to find more than one source of funding to help pay for your education and living costs while attending college. Check out sources of money you don't