Skills Academy Virtual Workshops

Overview

Are you a young person (18-30) looking to land a job, or stand out in your current job?

• 90% of recruiters said they conducted online research on potential candidates.
• 85% of all jobs are filled through networking.
• Studies show that 77% of Canadian employers prefer candidates with dynamic skills such as communication and teamwork as opposed to technical skills.
• Only 15% of people are self-aware, despite it being a crucial trait to have in the workplace.

Don’t know where to start? Our FREE Skills Academy workshops will give you the ABCs of kickstarting your career in just a couple of fun virtual hours. 💻👩🏿‍🏫 🎉

Skills Academy is a free, fun and flexible program that teaches young people the skills employers want. Our goal is to equip you with the skills you need to get a job and excel in it. 

Eligibility

• For young people ages 18-30

Register

Take one program or take them all, our Skills Academy workshops are yours to explore:

Personal Brand 101 — Thurs, May 8^th (5:30pm – 6:30pm EST)

Personal Brand 201 — Thurs, May 22^nd (5:30pm – 6:30pm EST)

Personal Brand 301 — Thurs, Jun 5^th (5:30pm – 6:30pm EST)

Networking 101 — Thurs, Jun 19^th (5:30pm – 6:30pm EST)

Networking 201 — Thurs, Jul 3^rd (5:30pm – 6:30pm EST)

Organization 101 — Thurs, Jul 17^th (5:30pm – 6:30pm EST)

Teamwork 101 — Thurs, Jul 31^st (5:30pm – 6:30pm EST)

Communication 101 — Thurs, Aug 14^th (5:30pm – 6:30pm EST)

Self-Awareness 101 — Thurs, Aug 28^th (5:30pm – 6:30pm EST)

Self-Awareness 201 — Thurs, Sept 11^th (5:30pm – 6:30pm EST)

Self-Awareness 301 — Thurs, Sept 25^th (5:30pm – 6:30pm EST)