The Academic and Core Skills Program supports learners based on their individual needs. The program helps adults build essential skills required in one of the following goal paths:
- Apprenticeship
- Secondary school credit
- Post-Secondary school
- Employment
- Independence
Our mission is to promote and enhance personal growth for lifelong learners to use at home, at work, and in the community through academic and employment-related skills in an adult-centred environment.
Learners will
- Complete goal-directed intake assessments to identify skill gaps
- Develop an individualized learner plan
- Perform real-life, task-based activities
- Demonstrate growth and progress within the given timelines
- Transition to next steps
Program Outcomes
- Improve computer and digital literacy skills
- Solve common math word problems
- Build stronger writing skills, including essay writing
- Learn about apprenticeships and training opportunities
- Gain confidence for daily life
- Understand their employment needs and job options
Accessibility Commitment
- Transportation assistance if you qualify
- Support with technology
- Various methods of service (in-person, online, or blended)
- A comfortable and safe learning environment
- Aim to reduce barriers to improve learning
Academic and Core Skills Program Locations
Transportation assistance is available to learners who qualify
The Employment Ontario program is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.