Kootenay
Emerging Tech
Prepares young adults for careers in the technology industry and other emerging sectors. The program allows participants to add new micro-credentials to their existing skillsets, including skills for the green economy.
Training Locations:
- Trail
- Castlegar
- Salmo
- Nelson
- Creston
- Cranbrook
- Elk Valley
- Golden
- Invermere
- Virtual
Contact:
Greater Trail Community Skills Centre Society, email or 250-368-6360 or 1-866-368-6360 (toll free)
Get Youth Working
Provides a combination of one-on-one supports, services and skill development. It includes short-term certificate, soft skills, essential skills and on-the-job skills training and work experience.
Training Locations:
- Virtual
Contact:
Bowman Employment Services, email or 250-861-3100
N3xU5 Program
Helps young adults transition from high school to university, including skills training in Microsoft Office programs and a university prep course to equip participants with the skills and knowledge required for post-secondary learning. Participants receive a free laptop, transportation allowance, and up to $3000 towards their first semester tuition at various Universities across Canada.
Training Locations:
- Province-wide
Contact:
Canadian Vocational Training Centre, email or 888-348-2207