Training and Employment Services Directory

Manpower Services
Suite 600, 705 Main Street
Airdrie, Alberta  T4B 3K3
1-877-577-LEAP(5327)

• Career Leap – comprehensive and individualized Transition to Employment Services enabling job seekers to acquire skills to re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible. Employment preparation support, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options.

MNP LLP
640 5 Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta  T4B 2N1
403-536-5527

• As an extension of the Calgary Self Employment Program, MNP’s on-line LIFT Self-Employment Program, (Live Instructor Facilitated Training) provides unemployed or underemployed individuals in the surrounding areas with the opportunity and resources to start their own business and it is of no cost. Participants will take part in thirty-plus online, e-synchronous business training sessions. provided by industry experts. MNP’s Professional business training equips individuals with required business management information to start and operate their own business.  Valuable management training includes the following key areas, Business Planning, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, Sales Strategies, Raising Capital, Bookkeeping, Legal and Taxation. Participants will develop a strategic business plan and receive one-on-one business plan assistance. Networking opportunities and consulting support from MNP professionals are also provided.

WCG Services
#130 - 75 Crowfoot Rise NW, Calgary AB
403-470-1064
Email: [email protected]

• TechEdge Sales and Service Upskilling is a virtual 12-week intensive and interactive service that is designed to propel jobseekers into technical customer service and technical sales positions that are in demand in Calgary. TechEdge will support clients to develop the necessary sales, customer service, and tech skills needed to achieve employment in the numerous sectors looking for employees with enhanced digital literacy and marketing capabilities. Employers report that there are not enough people with the soft skills, business acumen, sales skills, and customer service skills to fill the people-facing roles that are growing exponentially in start-ups, scaleups, and tech companies in Calgary. TechEdge aims to help clients fill those gaps by offering short courses, workshops, one-on-one advising, and job placement. TechEdge will offer this Transition to Employment Service to unemployed or underemployed Albertans in Calgary and surrounding areas. Clients may lack formal education, industry-specific experience or have outdated skills that make it difficult to find employment. TechEdge will provide individualized service to accepted clients to help them connect with full time employment.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB
T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

EmployAbilities – Career Evolution North
113, 4910 50 Avenue
Cold Lake, Alberta  T9M 0G1
780-201-7755 or 780-201-7757

• Transition to Employment Services program serving the communities of Cold Lake and Bonnyville, Career Evolution North provides client centered services to help you gain employment where you can utilize your existing skills and qualifications. This service provides unemployed Albertans with individualized services including: employability skills, transferable skills, career management, interview and job search skills and work experience that will enable clients to acquire workplace and occupation related skills. The goal of this service is to help clients return to the workforce as quickly as possible.

YMCA Employment Centre
Medicine Hat College – Brooks Campus
200 Horticultural Station Rd E
Brooks, Alberta  T1R 1E5
403-362-1483

• Workplace Training will connect unemployed Albertans to employers through either On-the-Job Training (OTJ) or Paid Work Experience (PWE). The program will enable unemployed Albertans to acquire essential skills and occupation-related skills required in the local labour market better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Workplace Training (WPT) is an individual-centered program where decisions are made to best support the needs of the individual. The intent is also to provide incremental training and work experience that would not otherwise occur. Employers are selected based on their ability to provide On-the-Job training or to facilitate the Paid Work Experience component and to provide ongoing employment once the Workplace Training contract is completed.
• Transition to Employment Services provides comprehensive and individualized services that enable individuals who are close to the labour market to acquire workplace and occupation related skills that will facilitate their rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market.

Ballad Consulting Group
710, 255  5 Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta  T2P 3G6
1-855-295-7180

• Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management (FSCM YYC) is a 16 week program that includes occupational skills training, employability skills, work experience and job placement. The program will lead to a micro-credential in Logistics and Transportation from the Canadian Institute of Traffic and Transportation (CITT).
• Professional Insurance Careers (PIC YYC) is a 16 week program that includes occupational skills training, employability skills, work experience and job placement. The program will lead to a General Licensing Qualification (GLQP Level 1) and a Life License Qualification (LLQP) to work in the insurance industry.

Calgary Catholic Immigration Society
5th Floor, 1111 11th  Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta
403-262-2006

• Information and Technology Bridging Program is a 26-week training program for skilled immigrants with prior education and/or experience in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) so they can successfully bridge into this profession in Alberta. Includes SAIT training and work experience.

Higher Landing Inc.
#200, 505 3 Street SW
Calgary, Alberta   T2P 3E6
403-538-2686

• Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training services provides a combined service to unemployed Albertans, who have been impacted by job loss due to a declining economy or lack experience in a desired field and are interested in making a career transition. Participants may lack formal education, industry specific experience or have outdated skills that make it difficult to find employment. Target population includes engineers, geologists, geo-science professionals, IT, Finance and Human Resources.

InceptionU Educational Foundation Ltd. (live chat option on website)
#301, 800 3rd Street SE
Calgary Alberta  T2G 2E7

• The Full Stack Developer program is a full-time 6-month course, designed to develop the technical skills needed to become a Full Stack Developer, and to help learners adopt a growth mindset to future-proof themselves in an ever-changing digital economy. A Full Stack Developer is a person who has the skills to do back-end development work (coding, databases design, and programming) and front-end development work (design and UX/UI). Led by an on-site team lead, learners engage in project-based experiences delivered both online and in the classroom. Participants learn to state and analyze complex problems, uncover assumptions, collaborate with peers and distinguish between what is known and unknown to drive effective systems development.

Prospect Human Services Society
915 33rd Street NE
Calgary, Alberta  T2A 6T2
403-273-2822

• Youth Employment Services provides comprehensive and individualized Transition to Employment services to Alberta Youth (18 to 24 years of age)  to enter or re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible. This service includes employment preparation support and short courses, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options and Employer Networking Events.

Manpower Services
240, 734 7 Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta

• TECHCareers Cybersecurity Training – Cybersecurity is an ever-growing and evolving field that requires adaptable, knowledgeable, and skilled personnel to protect company and client assets. TECHCareers Cybersecurity is a 17-week integrated training program comprised of employment preparation skills, specialized occupational training and work experience placement for unemployed skilled immigrants who may come with a variety of educational and/or experience backgrounds. The training will provide a combination of two components - Cyber Foundations and Cyber Defence. It provides complete end-to-end preparation for the Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) certification, which is recognized globally as one of the best designations in the field.
  • Phone: 587-341-5862
  • Email: [email protected]

• FINtech Careers - Take your first step towards a career in the growing Fintech Sector with the FINtech Careers program. This 14-week cutting-edge Integrated Training program will help you launch a career in today’s technology-driven Financial Services and Fintech sector in one of 3 core in-demand areas: Customer Service, Financial Services Representative, or Bookkeeping Administrator. FINtech Careers provides intensive technical and occupation-focused skills training, industry-recognized micro credentials from leading training providers, and work experience placements for unemployed Albertans who may come with a variety of educational and/or experience backgrounds.
  Phone: 1-844-367-6965
  Email: [email protected]

• TECHCareers - Participants will be complete one of five foundational learning streams delivered by SAIT or ReTrain in the following tech areas:
  Data Analytics, Digital Marketing & Social Media, Full Stack Software Developer, Cybersecurity or AR/VR (Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality) Software Development and Design.
  In addition to the foundational learning, participants be able to supplement their training by having the opportunity to take additional certifications offered in micro-credential formats. Participants will complete the program with an advantage of having current certifications that which will help enhance suitability to meet specific employer requirements or to address skill gaps needed to reach their employment goal.
  Phone: 1-855-585-TECH (8324)
  Email: [email protected]

MCG Careers Inc.
400, 602 12 Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta
403-777-5627

• Rapid Employment Services provides job ready clients, up to 12 weeks of assistance with their job search skills. Clients must be ready to accept any reasonable employment and will receive support in the areas of job search, job maintenance and basic computer training (as needed). The goal of this service is to help unemployed clients return to the workforce as quickly as possible.   
• Winning Edge Workplace Training (WT) provides an employer-delivered work-site training program that enables on-site training for unemployed Albertans who are having difficulty entering the workforce due to a lack of skills.
• Alternatives to Careers in Energy – Transition to Employment Services and Workplace Training Services program targeted for unemployed Albertans impacted by the oil and gas decline. Participants may have limited experience as a result of not having work experience outside of the oil and gas sector, may be lacking the minimum qualifications to obtain employment in a desired occupation and are interested in obtaining employment in an industry outside of the energy sector. Services are individualized to each client and are designed to enable individuals to acquire job-related skills utilizing employer delivered on-the-job training and paid work experience. There is no-cost for this service.

MNP LLP
640 5 Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta T2P 3G4
403-536-5527

• The MNP Self-Employment Program provides unemployed or underemployed individuals with the opportunity and resources to start their own business and it is of no cost. Participants will take part in 30+ in-class business training sessions, provided by industry experts. MNP’s professional business training equips individuals with required business management information to start and operate their own business. Valuable management training includes the following key areas, Business Planning, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, Sales Strategies, Raising Capital, Bookkeeping, Legal and Taxation. Participants will develop a strategic business plan and receive one-on-one business plan assistance. Networking opportunities and consulting support from MNP professionals are also provided.
• As an extension of the Mainstream SE program, MNP’s on-line LIFT Self-Employment Program, (Live Instructor Facilitated Training) provides individuals in the surrounding areas with the option, opportunity, and resources to start their own business through online, e-synchronous training. LIFT is primarily designed to assist rural participants with access to these services.

Momentum
100, 525 28 Street SE
Calgary, Alberta T2A 6W9

• Momentum’s Self Employment (SE) Program supports unemployed or underemployed individuals the opportunity to leverage their skills and expertise to become self employed and be their own boss. This program is a full-time, 26 week commitment. We use a learning lab approach, where participants will test and validate their business model in real time. Participants will develop their entrepreneurial mindsets and competencies, be immersed in design thinking, and will be enabled to operationalize and implement their business model.
• Participants of the SE program will have access to Individualized Business Coaching, ability to apply to Momentum’s MicroLoans, and will connect into an entire ecosystem of ongoing support.
• For more information and to apply, please visit Momentum’s website or contact 403-204-2657.

The Immigrant Education Society
3820 32 Street NE
Calgary, Alberta  T1Y 7L9
403-291-0002

• ROWA-Return to Work in Alberta provides a combined service to unemployed foreign skilled Albertans, who have been impacted by job loss due to a declining economy or lack experience in a desired field and are interested in making a career transition into a new job. Participants may lack formal education, industry-specific experience or have outdated skills that make it difficult to find employment.

WCG Services
#130, 75 Crowfoot Rise NW, Calgary AB
403-470-1064
Email: [email protected]

• TechEdge Sales and Service Upskilling is a virtual 12-week intensive and interactive service that is designed to propel jobseekers into technical customer service and technical sales positions that are in demand in Calgary. TechEdge will support clients to develop the necessary sales, customer service, and tech skills needed to achieve employment in the numerous sectors looking for employees with enhanced digital literacy and marketing capabilities. Employers report that there are not enough people with the soft skills, business acumen, sales skills, and customer service skills to fill the people-facing roles that are growing exponentially in start-ups, scaleups, and tech companies in Calgary. TechEdge aims to help clients fill those gaps by offering short courses, workshops, one-on-one advising, and job placement. TechEdge will offer this Transition to Employment Service to unemployed or underemployed Albertans in Calgary and surrounding areas. Clients may lack formal education, industry-specific experience or have outdated skills that make it difficult to find employment. TechEdge will provide individualized service to accepted clients to help them connect with full time employment.

Directions for Wellness
#100 4811-51 Avenue
Camrose, Alberta
780-672-5580
[email protected]

• Workplace Training (WT) provides an employer-delivered work-site training program that enables on-site training for unemployed Albertans who are having difficulty entering the workforce due to a lack of skills.
• Transition to Employment Program provides comprehensive and individualized services that enable individuals to acquire workplace and occupation related skills that will facilitate rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market. Services are available through in person or through telephone contact in Leduc, Camrose and Wetaskiwin.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the three communities listed above or from their home or office.

MNP LLP
640 5 Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta  T2P 3G4
403-536-5527

• As an extension of the Calgary Self Employment Program, MNP’s on-line LIFT Self-Employment Program, (Live Instructor Facilitated Training) provides unemployed or underemployed individuals in the surrounding areas with the opportunity and resources to start their own business and it is of no cost. Participants will take part in 30+ online, e-synchronous business training sessions. provided by industry experts. MNP’s Professional business training equips individuals with required business management information to start and operate their own business.  Valuable management training includes the following key areas, Business Planning, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, Sales Strategies, Raising Capital, Bookkeeping, Legal and Taxation. Participants will develop a strategic business plan and receive one-on-one business plan assistance. Networking opportunities and consulting support from MNP professionals are also provided.

WCG Services
#130, 75 Crowfoot Rise NW, Calgary AB
403-470-1064
Email: [email protected]

• TechEdge Sales and Service Upskilling is a virtual 12-week intensive and interactive service that is designed to propel jobseekers into technical customer service and technical sales positions that are in demand in Calgary. TechEdge will support clients to develop the necessary sales, customer service, and tech skills needed to achieve employment in the numerous sectors looking for employees with enhanced digital literacy and marketing capabilities. Employers report that there are not enough people with the soft skills, business acumen, sales skills, and customer service skills to fill the people-facing roles that are growing exponentially in start-ups, scaleups, and tech companies in Calgary. TechEdge aims to help clients fill those gaps by offering short courses, workshops, one-on-one advising, and job placement. TechEdge will offer this Transition to Employment Service to unemployed or underemployed Albertans in Calgary and surrounding areas. Clients may lack formal education, industry-specific experience or have outdated skills that make it difficult to find employment. TechEdge will provide individualized service to accepted clients to help them connect with full time employment.

MNP LLP
640 5 Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta  T2P 3G4
403-536-5527

As an extension of the Calgary Self Employment Program, MNP’s on-line LIFT Self-Employment Program, (Live Instructor Facilitated Training) provides unemployed or underemployed individuals in the surrounding areas with the opportunity and resources to start their own business and it is of no cost. Participants will take part in thirty-plus online, e-synchronous business training sessions provided by industry experts. MNP’s Professional business training equips individuals with required business management information to start and operate their own business.  Valuable management training includes the following key areas, Business Planning, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, Sales Strategies, Raising Capital, Bookkeeping, Legal and Taxation. Participants will develop a strategic business plan and receive one-on-one business plan assistance. Networking opportunities and consulting support from MNP professionals are also provided.

LIFT offers professional business and management training. Professional business training gives people critical business management information and resources.

Management training includes:

• business planning
• human resources
• management
• marketing
• sales strategies
• raising capital
• bookkeeping
• legal
• taxation

Industry experts help participants develop a strategic business plan while providing networking and consulting support.

WCG Services
#130, 75 Crowfoot Rise NW, Calgary AB
403-470-1064
Email: [email protected]

• TechEdge Sales and Service Upskilling is a virtual 12-week intensive and interactive service that is designed to propel jobseekers into technical customer service and technical sales positions that are in demand in Calgary. TechEdge will support clients to develop the necessary sales, customer service, and tech skills needed to achieve employment in the numerous sectors looking for employees with enhanced digital literacy and marketing capabilities. Employers report that there are not enough people with the soft skills, business acumen, sales skills, and customer service skills to fill the people-facing roles that are growing exponentially in start-ups, scaleups, and tech companies in Calgary. TechEdge aims to help clients fill those gaps by offering short courses, workshops, one-on-one advising, and job placement. TechEdge will offer this Transition to Employment Service to unemployed or underemployed Albertans in Calgary and surrounding areas. Clients may lack formal education, industry-specific experience or have outdated skills that make it difficult to find employment. TechEdge will provide individualized service to accepted clients to help them connect with full time employment.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

Career Assistance Network
102, 5214 47 Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 3P7
403-341-7811
Email: [email protected]

• Transition to Employment Services are available in the rural Central Alberta community of Drayton Valley. Transition to Employment Services offer a comprehensive and individualized service enabling job seekers to acquire skills to re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible. Services include employment preparation support, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options. Services will be delivered in the community by in-person appointments and/or distance service delivery (via email, telephone and Skype) with optional Virtual Workshops.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

Career Assistance Network
601 7th Street East
Drumheller, Alberta  T0J 0Y5
1-866-341-7810
403-341-7811

• Transition to Employment Service – Workplace Training is for unemployed Albertans in Central Alberta rural communities including Drumheller, Hanna, Trochu, Stettler, Olds, Three Hills.
• Transition to Employment Services provides comprehensive and individualized services that enable individuals to acquire workplace and occupation related skills that will facilitate their rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market.
• Workplace Training connects unemployed Albertans to employers through On-the-Job Training or Paid Work Experience. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Workplace Training is an individual-centered program where decisions are made to best support the needs of the individual. The intent is also to provide incremental training and work experience that would not otherwise occur. Employers are selected based on their ability to provide On-the-Job training or to facilitate the Paid Work Experience component and to provide ongoing employment once the Workplace Training contract is completed.

Services are available through online, telephone meeting and pre-arranged meetings. Call Career Assistance Network to inquire.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

Anderson Career Training Institute
10604 172 Street
Edmonton, Alberta  T5S 1H8
780-944-0909

• Self-Employment Program (SE) Are you committed to starting your own business? Are you unemployed or marginally employed who has never owned a business before? This program is designed to help you develop business skills, write a business plan, and launch you small business. Anderson offers a Self Employment Program consists of 10 weeks of classroom training followed by 16 weeks of mentoring and ongoing support for implementation of business plan. Online training is available for participants residing anywhere north of the Edmonton region.

Ballad Consulting Group
10310 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta  T5J 1Y8
1-855-295-7180

• Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management (FSCM) is a targeted integrated skills training program. The program provides training and work experience opportunities for Albertans to attain employment in the Supply Chain Industry.

BGS Enterprises Inc.
102, 10665 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta  T5J 3S9
780-244-7755

• ‘Job PLUS’ Transition to Employment Services are for mature, experienced job-seekers in the Edmonton area who are, on average, 40+ years of age and seeking attachment or re-attachment to the labour market. The contractor offers personalized and professional services that acknowledge the experience and unique needs of this client demographic, and provides an array of service options to assist clients with obtaining and maintaining employment. Services will be offered on an individualized and flexible basis through a combination of group workshops and one-to-one assistance.
• YouthCO – a project that provides youth-focused workplace training opportunities to youth 18 to 24 years of age so that they can develop the skills and qualifications for long term employment. It is also a client-centered program and decisions are made to best support the needs of the individual. The intent is also to provide a progression of training and work experience that would not otherwise occur that will lead to sustainable employment.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
5th floor, 10004 104 Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta  T5J 0K1
780-960-4861

• CareerLink Transition to Employment Services provides an array of service options to assist clients experiencing a range of barriers to obtaining and maintaining employment. Services will be offered on an individualized and flexible basis through a combination of group workshops and one-to-one assistance.
• Community and Homecare Worker Integrated Training Program provides Albertans with knowledge, skills and hands on experience to work with individuals requiring assisted living in various community settings as well as private homes. The 20-week program includes 16 weeks of training plus 4 weeks of work experience.
• Diversity Works – Workplace Training Services (WT) to unemployed or marginally employed Immigrant Albertans in Edmonton. WT is an Employer-delivered work-site training program that enables unemployed or marginally employed individuals to develop occupational, employability and essential skills for the workplace as required in the labour market.

Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers
8914 118 Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta
780-423-9501

• Constructing Futures – Project Management Integrated Training (IT) program provides essential workplace skills and access to the labour market for unemployed immigrants who want to pursue careers in project management. The training is twenty-six weeks in duration consisting of Employment Preparation Skills Training, Occupational Skills Training and Work Experience.

Manpower Services
10031 101 Street NW
Edmonton, Alberta
780-420-0110

• Career Leap – comprehensive and individualized Transition to Employment Services enabling job seekers to acquire skills to re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible. Employment preparation support, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options.
• TECHCareers: Training for work in Technology – Workplace Training and Transition to Employment Services. Targeted towards the higher skilled Employment Insurance eligible Albertans with additional skill development/workforce training in technology related occupations in Edmonton. The services will enable clients to retrain, upskill, and transfer skills in order to find viable employment in Alberta’s emerging sectors for growth and succession.

MCG Careers Inc.
1100, 10109 106 Street NW
Edmonton, Alberta
780-448-1380

• Child Development Worker Integrated Training Program (IT) provides unemployed Albertans with 26 weeks of training to enter the child care services occupational sector. This includes: employability/essential skills training, child development occupational skills training, employment preparation and work search, and work experience and practicum. It is anticipated that as a result of this training, clients will be employed as day care workers, day home providers and other occupations directly related to this training.

Microbusiness Training Centre
203, Energy Square
10109 106 Street
Edmonton, Alberta
780-482-4462

• Self-Employment Program (SE) Are you ready to start your own business? Are you unemployed or marginally employed who has never owned a business before? This program is designed to help you develop business skills, write a business plan and launch you small business. Microbusiness provides 26 weeks which consists of 8 weeks of classroom training followed by 18 weeks of mentoring and ongoing support for implementation of business plans. Online training is available for participants residing anywhere north of the Edmonton region.

NorQuest College
10231 108 Street NW
Edmonton, Alberta  T5M 1C1
780-644-6000

• Alberta Indigenous Construction Career Centre an Aboriginal Training to Employment (ATEP) program assists Indigenous job seekers to enter or further their career paths in various careers in construction and business sectors in the construction industry.

Prospect Human Services Society
102, 9940 106 Street
Edmonton, Alberta  T5K 2N2

• Youth Employment Services if you are between the ages of 18 – 24 and looking to jumpstart your career, this program will provide you with all the tools you need for make your job search successful. You receive comprehensive and individualized Transition to Employment services to enter or re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible. This service includes employment preparation support or short courses, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options and employer networking events.

Manpower Services (Alberta) Ltd.
137 8115 Franklin Avenue
Bob Lamb Building
Fort McMurray, Alberta  T9H 2H7
1-877-577-LEAP (5327)

• Career Leap – Transition to Employment Services enable job seekers to acquire skills to re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible. Employment preparation support, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options.
• Career Reach – Workplace Training (WT) provides an employer-delivered work-site training program that enables on-site training for unemployed Albertans who are having difficulty entering the workforce due to a lack of skills in the area.

Hinton Adult Learning Society
110 E Brewster Drive
Hinton, Alberta  T7V 1B4
780-852-4418

• Workplace Training (WT) – Are you currently unemployed and lacking the workplace skills you need to be successful in your job search? This program provides job matching with an employer in Edson, Hinton or Grande Cache to deliver work-site training that enables unemployed Albertans who are having difficulty entering the workforce due to a lack of skills obtain the skills required to gain fulltime employment.

Carlson and Company
105, 9840 97 Avenue
Grande Prairie, Alberta  T8V 7K2
780-539-5477

• Transition to Employment Services – Are you lacking workplace and occupational-related skills to find your next job or are you looking at making a career transition and need job search assistance? This program offers job search, workplace and occupation-related skills to facilitate rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market. Services are offered in Grande Prairie and area.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

Career Assistance Network
104 Fox Lake Trail
Hanna, Alberta
1-866-341-7810
403-341-7811

• Transition to Employment Service – Workplace Training is for unemployed Albertans in Central Alberta rural communities including Drumheller, Hanna, Trochu, Stettler, Olds, Three Hills.
• Transition to Employment Services provides comprehensive and individualized services that enable individuals to acquire workplace and occupation related skills that will facilitate their rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market.
• Workplace Training connects unemployed Albertans to employers through On-the-Job Training or Paid Work Experience. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Workplace Training is an individual-centered program where decisions are made to best support the needs of the individual. The intent is also to provide incremental training and work experience that would not otherwise occur. Employers are selected based on their ability to provide On-the-Job training or to facilitate the Paid Work Experience component and to provide ongoing employment once the Workplace Training contract is completed.

Services are available through online, telephone meeting and pre-arranged meetings. Call Career Assistance Network to inquire.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

Kopar Administration Ltd.
4730 3rd Avenue
Edson, Alberta  T7E 1C2
1-877-564-3545
780-723-7221

• Transition to Employment Program – Are you looking for assistance with your job search, need help with your resume or interview skills or do you want to know who is hiring? This program provides comprehensive and individualized services to enable individuals to acquire workplace and occupation related skills to facilitate rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market. Services are delivered through the Edson office with itinerant services to Hinton.

Hinton Adult Learning Society
110E Brewster Drive
Hinton, Alberta  T7V 1B4
780-865-1650

• Workplace Training (WT) – Are you currently unemployed and lacking the workplace skills you need to be successful in your job search? This program provides job matching with an employer in Edson, Hinton or Grande Cache to deliver work-site training that enables unemployed Albertans who are having difficulty entering the workforce due to a lack of skills obtain the skills required to gain fulltime employment.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

Manpower Services (Alberta) Ltd.

• For clients who are unable to travel to Red Deer, community spaces will be utilized for the Career Leap Program. Services will be provided once per week during evening hours or as needed.

Career Leap
1 877-577-LEAP (5327)

• Career Leap – comprehensive and individualized Transition to Employment Services enabling job seekers to acquire skills to re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible. Services include employment preparation support, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options.
• Career Leap-Mature Worker accesses all services of the above program with the addition of workshops offered to workers 50+.

Jasper Employment and Education Centre
631 Patricia Street (Provincial Building)
PO Box 1509
Jasper, Alberta  T0E 1E0
780-852-4418

• Transition to Employment Program provides comprehensive and individualized services that enable individuals to acquire workplace and occupation related skills that will facilitate rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market.

No information at this time.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business , employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

Lacombe Labour Market Resource Centre
Lacombe Centre Mall
Bay 16, 5230 45 Street
Lacombe, Alberta  T4L 2A1
Phone: 403-786-0044
Fax: 403-786-0014

• Lacombe Action Group operates a Labour Market Resource Centre in the City of Lacombe. The Centre provides up to date labour market information that can help you succeed in the Alberta economy and is open to all Albertans free of charge.

Manpower Services (Alberta) Ltd.

• For Clients who are unable to travel to Red Deer, community spaces will be utilized for the Career Leap Program. Services will be provided once per week during evening hours or as needed.

Career Leap
1 877-577-LEAP (5327)

• Career Leap – comprehensive and individualized Transition to Employment Services enabling job seekers to acquire skills to re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible. Services include employment preparation support, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options.
• Career Leap-Mature Worker accesses all services of the above program with the addition of workshops offered to workers 50+.

Teamwork Training
#300, 704 4 Ave S
3rd Floor of Post Office Building
Lethbridge, Alberta
403-382-3770

• Connections – Careers in Supply Chain Integrated Training Careers in Supply Chain Integrated Training (IT) program provides industry recognized skill training to prepare individuals for entry into supply chain positions. The training is intended to increase participants’ competitiveness in the labour market, opening the doors to higher skilled employment and increased income. Training includes employment preparation and essential skills training, and occupational skills training and work experience placements.
• Project Hire – Discover Employment in the Digital World: Lethbridge, Crowsnest Pass, Pincher Creek, Fort MacLeod and areas.
  This program offers up to 12 weeks of employment services with a digital literacy/digital marketing focus. Technology and digital skills training Includes micro credentials based on individual employment goals. This program also provides employment supports and services to Albertans, to help them quickly re-enter the labour market. Services are customized to the needs of the Albertan and may include group workshops or one on one coaching. Occupations may include: sales, advertising, marketing, business development, graphic design, desktop publishing, administration, database analysis, computer network systems administration, computer programming, user support technician, and so much more.
• Project Hire – Fast Track to Employment: Lethbridge, Crowsnest Pass, Pincher Creek, Fort MacLeod and areas.
  Fast Track to Employment provides transition to employment and workplace training services to Albertans, 18 years of age or older, who require assistance with acquiring workplace and occupation related skills to help them in the labour market. Services are customized to the needs of the Albertan and may include group workshops or one on one coaching. Workplace training provides an employer-delivered work-site training program that enables on-site training for unemployed Albertans who are having difficulty entering the workforce due to a lack of skills.
• Office and Accounting Essentials for Business program provides industry recognized skill training to prepare individuals for entry to mid-level administrative, accounting, operations and customer service positions. The training is intended to increase participants’ competitiveness in the labour market by priming them to meet current employer expectations with training in office and admin systems; accounting theory and software; and collaborative, productivity and Microsoft Office applications. This program provides a blended learning environment with opportunities for self-directed and guided learning. Training includes employment preparation, occupational skills training, job search support and connection to employment opportunities.

Training Inc.
444 5 Avenue South
Lethbridge, Alberta  T1J 0T5
403-320-5100

• Workforce Training Program will provide 8 weeks of training for un-employed Albertans for in-demand occupations including: agriculture, logistics, construction, production/manufacturing, oilfield and transportation industries. Training will include 22 industry recognized safety and equipment operation certificates, digital technology, Class 3 Driver’s training (if required), work experience (if required) and employability training. Call for more information 403-320-5100.

3A Academy and Consulting Ltd.
5116 50 Street
Lloydminster, Alberta  T9V 0M3
780-808-2258

• Transition to Employment Services provides an array of service options to assist unemployed Albertans experiencing barriers with obtaining and maintaining employment. Services are offered on an individualized and flexible basis to assist individuals with acquiring workplace and occupation-related skills that will facilitate entry or re-entry to the labour market as quickly as possible.
• Workplace Training (WT) provides an employer-delivered work-site training program that enables on-site training for unemployed Albertans who are having difficulty entering the workforce due to a lack of skills.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the three communities listed above or from their home or office.

YMCA Employment Centre
770 1 Street SE
Medicine Hat, Alberta  T1A 0B4
403-529-4733

• Transition to Employment Services provides comprehensive and individualized services that enable individuals who are close to the labour market to acquire workplace and occupation related skills that will facilitate their rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market.
• Workplace Training connecting unemployed Albertans to employers through either On-the-Job Training (OTJ) or Paid Work Experience (PWE). The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential skills and occupation-related skills required in the local labour market better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Workplace Training (WPT) is an individual-centered program where decisions are made to best support the needs of the individual. The intent is also to provide incremental training and work experience that would not otherwise occur. Employers are selected based on their ability to provide On-the-Job training or to facilitate the Paid Work Experience component and to provide ongoing employment once the Workplace Training contract is completed.

Connections Career & Safety Services Ltd.
1007 Factory Street SE
Medicine Hat, Alberta  T1A 1X8
403-528-3779

• Commercial Driver Program is an Integrated Training that provides unemployed or marginally employed adult Albertans Class 1 and 3 Driver training and occupation-related skills recognized by industry/employers so that Albertans can secure and maintain employment in the commercial driving industry.
  
  There are 3 streams of training available:
  • Class 1 MELT – 8 weeks
  • Experience and Equivalency Class 1 MELT (Class 3 to a 1) – 4 weeks
  • Class 3 – 4 weeks
• Skilled Labourer is a six week Integrated Training program that provides unemployed or marginally employed adult Albertans both heavy and light equipment training, safety courses, and employability and essential skills for employment in various sectors.

MNP LLP
640 5 Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta  T2P 3G4
403-536-5527

• As an extension of the Calgary Self Employment Program, MNP’s on-line LIFT Self-Employment Program, (Live Instructor Facilitated Training) provides unemployed or underemployed individuals in the surrounding areas with the opportunity and resources to start their own business and it is of no cost. Participants will take part in thirty-plus online, e-synchronous business training sessions. provided by industry experts. MNP’s Professional business training equips individuals with required business management information to start and operate their own business. Valuable management training includes the following key areas, Business Planning, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, Sales Strategies, Raising Capital, Bookkeeping, Legal and Taxation. Participants will develop a strategic business plan and receive one-on-one business plan assistance. Networking opportunities and consulting support from MNP professionals are also provided.

WCG Services
#130, 75 Crowfoot Rise NW, Calgary AB
403-470-1064
Email: [email protected]

• TechEdge Sales and Service Upskilling is a virtual 12-week intensive and interactive service that is designed to propel jobseekers into technical customer service and technical sales positions that are in demand in Calgary. TechEdge will support clients to develop the necessary sales, customer service, and tech skills needed to achieve employment in the numerous sectors looking for employees with enhanced digital literacy and marketing capabilities. Employers report that there are not enough people with the soft skills, business acumen, sales skills, and customer service skills to fill the people-facing roles that are growing exponentially in start-ups, scaleups, and tech companies in Calgary. TechEdge aims to help clients fill those gaps by offering short courses, workshops, one-on-one advising, and job placement. TechEdge will offer this Transition to Employment Service to unemployed or underemployed Albertans in Calgary and surrounding areas. Clients may lack formal education, industry-specific experience or have outdated skills that make it difficult to find employment. TechEdge will provide individualized service to accepted clients to help them connect with full time employment.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

Career Assistance Network
Unit 209, 5020 50th Street
Olds, Alberta  T4H 1S1
1-866-341-7810
403-341-7811

• Transition to Employment Program – Workplace Training is for unemployed Albertans in Central Alberta rural communities including Drumheller, Hanna, Trochu, Stettler, Olds, Three Hills.
• Transition to Employment Services provides comprehensive and individualized services that enable individuals to acquire workplace and occupation related skills that will facilitate their rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market.
• Workplace Training connects unemployed Albertans to employers through On-the-Job Training or Paid Work Experience. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Workplace Training is an individual-centered program where decisions are made to best support the needs of the individual. The intent is also to provide incremental training and work experience that would not otherwise occur. Employers are selected based on their ability to provide On-the-Job training or to facilitate the Paid Work Experience component and to provide ongoing employment once the Workplace Training contract is completed.

Services are available through online, telephone meeting and pre-arranged meetings. Call Career Assistance Network to inquire.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

Career Assistance Network
102, 5214 47 Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 3P7
403-341-7811
[email protected]

• Transition to Employment Services available in the Central Alberta community of Ponoka. Transition to Employment Services offer a comprehensive and individualized service that will enable job seekers to acquire skills to re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible.  Services include employment preparation support, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options.  Services will be delivered in the community via in-person meetings, and/or distance service delivery (via email, telephone and Skype) with optional Virtual Workshops.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB  T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

Manpower Services (Alberta) Ltd.
302, 4406 50th Avenue
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 3Z6
1-877-577-LEAP (5327)

• Career Leap – comprehensive and individualized Transition to Employment Services enabling job seekers to acquire skills to re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible. Services include employment preparation support, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options.
• Career Leap-Mature Worker accesses all services of the above program with the addition of workshops offered to workers 50+.

Manpower Services (Alberta) Ltd.
4406 50th Avenue
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 3Z6
403-269-6936
[email protected]
Training location: Red Deer College

• Powering Trades - Intro to the Trades Integrated Training (IT) is delivered in partnership with Red Deer College and provides unemployed or marginally employed Albertans with 11 weeks of Occupational skills training followed by a 4-week work placement. Training curriculum introduces participants to trades in-demand in the Red Deer area with the option of augmenting traditional trades training with industry recognized micro-credentials in Energy Efficient and Low/Zero Carbon Buildings through Red Deer College Alternative Energy Lab. Trades training also includes introductions to Alberta Apprenticeship system (AIT), exam prep for apprentices, science for trades and technicians, math for apprentices and Digital Literacy/Data Analytics. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training in the trades, job placements and job supports. Insider Industry Tours and Guest Speakers will address a range of subjects including Women in Construction and Renewable Energy, Successful new Canadians in various trades, Point Trotter Tour/ Crane Simulation.

MCG Careers
103 4719 48th Avenue
Red Deer, Alberta  T4P 1X6
403-346-8599

• Workplace Training – This program provides an employer-delivered work-site training program that enables on-site training for unemployed Albertans in the Red Deer area who are having difficulty entering the workforce due to a lack of skills. Participants will be matched with a potential employment opportunity through either an on the job training or paid work experience placement. Supplemental training may be arranged to provide additional basic skills to meet minimal job entry requirements. Clients will receive support to maintain employment once employed.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB  T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB  T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

Career Assistance Network
102, 5214 47 Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 3P7
403-340-7811
[email protected]

• Transition to Employment Services available in rural Central Alberta communities of Rocky Mountain House, Drayton Valley, Rimbey and Ponoka. Transition to Employment Services offer a comprehensive and individualized service that will enable job seekers to acquire the skills needed to re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible. Services include employment preparation support, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options. Services will be delivered in the community in-person and/or distance service delivery (via email, telephone and Skype) with optional Virtual Workshops.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB  T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

Career Assistance Network
Bay 16, 6600 50th Avenue
Stettler, Alberta
1-866-341-7810
403-341-7811

• Transition to Employment Service – Workplace Training is for unemployed Albertans in Central Alberta rural communities including Drumheller, Hanna, Trochu, Stettler, Olds, Three Hills.
• Transition to Employment Services provides comprehensive and individualized services that enable individuals to acquire workplace and occupation related skills that will facilitate their rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market.
• Workplace Training connects unemployed Albertans to employers through On-the-Job Training  or Paid Work Experience. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Workplace Training is an individual-centered program where decisions are made to best support the needs of the individual. The intent is also to provide incremental training and work experience that would not otherwise occur. Employers are selected based on their ability to provide On-the-Job training or to facilitate the Paid Work Experience component and to provide ongoing employment once the Workplace Training contract is completed.

Services are available through online, telephone meeting and pre-arranged meetings. Call Career Assistance Network to inquire.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

MNP LLP
640 5 Avenue SW
Calgary, Alberta  T4B 2N1
403-536-5527

• As an extension of the Calgary Self Employment Program, MNP’s on-line LIFT Self-Employment Program, (Live Instructor Facilitated Training) provides unemployed or underemployed individuals in the surrounding areas with the opportunity and resources to start their own business and it is of no cost. Participants will take part in thirty-plus online, e-synchronous business training sessions provided by industry experts. MNP’s Professional business training equips individuals with required business management information to start and operate their own business. Valuable management training includes the following key areas, Business Planning, Human Resources, Management, Marketing, Sales Strategies, Raising Capital, Bookkeeping, Legal and Taxation. Participants will develop a strategic business plan and receive one-on-one business plan assistance. Networking opportunities and consulting support from MNP professionals are also provided.

WCG Services
#130 - 75 Crowfoot Rise NW, Calgary AB
403-470-1064
Email: [email protected]

• TechEdge Sales and Service Upskilling is a virtual 12-week intensive and interactive service that is designed to propel jobseekers into technical customer service and technical sales positions that are in demand in Calgary. TechEdge will support clients to develop the necessary sales, customer service, and tech skills needed to achieve employment in the numerous sectors looking for employees with enhanced digital literacy and marketing capabilities. Employers report that there are not enough people with the soft skills, business acumen, sales skills, and customer service skills to fill the people-facing roles that are growing exponentially in start-ups, scaleups, and tech companies in Calgary. TechEdge aims to help clients fill those gaps by offering short courses, workshops, one-on-one advising, and job placement. TechEdge will offer this Transition to Employment Service to unemployed or underemployed Albertans in Calgary and surrounding areas. Clients may lack formal education, industry-specific experience or have outdated skills that make it difficult to find employment. TechEdge will provide individualized service to accepted clients to help them connect with full time employment.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB  T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

Manpower Services (Alberta) Ltd

• For Clients who are unable to travel to Red Deer, community spaces will be utilized for the Career Leap Program, services will be provided once per week during evening hours or as needed.

Career Leap
1-877-577-LEAP (5327)

• Career Leap – comprehensive and individualized Transition to Employment Services enabling job seekers to acquire skills to re-enter the workforce as quickly as possible. Services include employment preparation support, workshops, individualized coaching, job placement, job matching and unpaid work exposure options.
• Career Leap-Mature Worker accesses all services of the above program with the addition of workshops offered to workers 50+.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB  T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

Career Assistance Network
201 5th Avenue SE
Three Hills, Alberta  
1-866-341-7810
403-341-7811

• Transition to Employment Service – Workplace Training is for unemployed Albertans in Central Alberta rural communities including Drumheller, Hanna, Trochu, Stettler, Olds, Three Hills.
• Transition to Employment Services provides comprehensive and individualized services that enable individuals to acquire workplace and occupation related skills that will facilitate their rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market.
• Workplace Training connects unemployed Albertans to employers through On-the-Job Training or Paid Work Experience. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential skills and occupation-related skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Workplace Training is an individual-centered program where decisions are made to best support the needs of the individual. The intent is also to provide incremental training and work experience that would not otherwise occur. Employers are selected based on their ability to provide On-the-Job training or to facilitate the Paid Work Experience component and to provide ongoing employment once the Workplace Training contract is completed.

Services are available through online, telephone meeting and pre-arranged meetings. Call Career Assistance Network to inquire.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

Bredin Centre for Career Advancement
#500, 5010 43 Street
Red Deer, AB  T4N 6H2
587-273-0225

• SkillTech Program (Transition to Employment Services) – is a 12 week program delivered in partnership with Bredin College and Lighthouse labs and provides unemployed Albertans 7 streams of Technology and Business skills reskilling and upskilling. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential and occupation-related emerging tech skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Training may include an introduction to Data Analytics, Data Analytics for HR or Sales Professionals, Digital Marketing and Social Media and an Intro to Web Development. Program components include employability skills, occupational skills training specific to Technology and Business, employment placement supports and unpaid work exposure. All service elements will be delivered virtually.

Career Assistance Network
1-866-341-7810
403-341-7811

• Transition to Employment Service – Workplace Training is for unemployed Albertans in Central Alberta rural communities including Drumheller, Hanna, Trochu, Stettler, Olds, Three Hills.
• Transition to Employment Services provides comprehensive and individualized services that enable individuals to acquire workplace and occupation related skills that will facilitate their rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market.
• Workplace Training connects unemployed Albertans to employers through On-the-Job Training or Paid Work Experience. The program enables unemployed Albertans to acquire essential skills and occupation-related skills required in the local labour market, better enabling them to find and maintain employment. Workplace Training is an individual-centered program where decisions are made to best support the needs of the individual. The intent is also to provide incremental training and work experience that would not otherwise occur. Employers are selected based on their ability to provide On-the-Job training or to facilitate the Paid Work Experience component and to provide ongoing employment once the Workplace Training contract is completed.

Services are available through online, telephone meeting and pre-arranged meetings. Call Career Assistance Network to inquire.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

3A Academy and Consulting Ltd.
5116 50 Street
Lloydminster, Alberta
780-808-2258

• Workplace Training (WT) provides an employer-delivered work-site training program that enables on-site training for unemployed Albertans who are having difficulty entering the workforce due to a lack of skills.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta – Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.

Directions for Wellness
103, 5220 48 Avenue
Wetaskiwin, Alberta  T9A 0N3
780-362-3677

• Workplace Training (WT) provides an employer-delivered work-site training program that enables on-site training for unemployed Albertans who are having difficulty entering the workforce due to a lack of skills. Services are available in person in Leduc, Camrose and Wetaskiwin.
• Transition to Employment Program provides comprehensive and individualized services that enable individuals to acquire workplace and occupation related skills that will facilitate rapid attachment or re-attachment to the labour market. Services are available through in person or through telephone contact in Leduc, Camrose and Wetaskiwin.

ETHOS Career Management Group Ltd.
4728 Ross Street
Red Deer, Alberta  T4N 1X2
1-888-758-0842
[email protected]

• Business Works Central Alberta Self-Employment Program provides professional business coaching and entrepreneurial skills training. The 26-week program utilizes a blended learning environment that incorporates in-person classroom activities, online learning materials and structured independent study time guided by the material in the lectures and skills developed during the classroom. Clients will be expected to attend initial meetings in person in either Red Deer, Camrose or Lloydminster. The program will be delivered using webinar and collaboration software for facilitator led program delivery in a virtual classroom. Participants will have access to training from any of the 3 communities listed above or from their home or office.