Program

Skills Academy

Overview

Finding a job is hard. With the increased competitiveness of the job market, 77% of Canadian employers are looking to hire candidates with dynamic skills such as communication and teamwork as opposed to just technical skills.

Skills Academy equips young people the dynamic skills employers want.

Eligibility

Designed for young people aged 16 to 30.

Program details

Skills Academy’s interactive learning platform teaches young people:

  • Meta Skills like resiliency and creativity
  • Transferable Skills like communication and teamwork
  • Self-Navigation Skills like personal branding and networking

In a free, fun and accessible way.

Program participants can learn at their own pace and even earn a micro-credential from Humber Polytechnic to enhance their resumes.

Events

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