The Essentials: Skills, Culture, Knowledge

Credential: Completion Certificate  Ι  Offered: Year Round

Program Description

With practice, essential skills can be developed and improve student’s level of confidence in achieving their goals and carrying out necessary tasks in life. This program delivers job training, group activities and independent studies to help enhance skills for better opportunities at school, work and life. Cultural teachings are a component of the program and designed to encourage students to share with and learn from others as well as celebrate the diverse Indigenous nations they are from. Finally, the outcomes students experience is a future focus, enhanced confidence and the essential skills to proceed on their journey of work, learning and life.

Programs

 

Program Calendar

Length Start Date End Date Program Name Delivery Model
11 Wks May 9, 2022 July 22, 2022 Financial Services Representative In Person
6 Wks TBD
 TBD
 Career + College Prep In Person

Program Highlights

  • Computers and technology
  • Personal development
  • Critical thinking
  • Counselling/Elders available
  • Field trips
  • Communication/conflict resolution
  • Working in groups
  • Career exploration
  • Public speaking
  • Ceremony
  • Indigenous teachings
  • Professionalism
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Writing
  • Self care
  • Training certifications
  • Community building
  • Job search assistance

Admission Requirements

  

How to Apply
  • Attend 1 mandatory Info Session to learn about the program.
  • Submit an online application which is forwarded from Admissions to the ESCK Program Manager.
  • Email a brief statement of interest in the program and a resume to Linda at lepp@necvancouver.org
  

Online: Complete and submit your Online Application

In-Person: 235 East 5th Avenue, Vancouver BC. (We are located just off Main Street)

By Fax: Fax your application to our admissions office at (604) 873-1440

 



Tuition & Information

Tuition: Free
Attendance incentive
Bus tickets provided
Breakfast served daily
Daycare Subsidies available

 This program does not require approval by the registrar of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training.

For more information, contact:

Linda Epp, Program Manager
The Essentials: Skills, Culture, Knowledge
(604) 209-1530
lepp@necvancouver.org