Pathways to Childcare Careers
Date
Nov 7, 2023 – Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday – Friday
9:15 am – 2:45 pm
Format
Online and In-Person
Location
Online via Zoom
In-person at 7485 Salisbury Ave, Burnaby
English Level
Intermediate (CLB 5 or equivalent)
Cost
FREE
Date
October 12, 2023
10 am
Location
Online via Zoom.
Have Questions?
Call 604-298-5888
Email childcare@pirs.bc.ca
Download the program flyer in PDF format.
Overview
Are you a newcomer woman who is interested in working in the early learning and childcare field? Our 3-month occupation-specific English training program can help you prepare for success in your career. We offer 40 hours of paid practicum experience to give you hands-on experience and valuable skills.
Why join
PIRS Pathways to Childcare Careers program is designed to help you:
- Develop and improve occupational English skills specific to the childcare sector: vocabulary, regulations, and job search
- Understand Early Childhood Milestones
- Understand trauma-informed approaches to early learning
- Improve essential and digital skills
- Access information and resources to secure employment in the childcare industry
- Develop pre-employment skills – such as interview preparedness and resume writing
Benefits of joining our program:
- Paid practicum (40 hours)
- Responsible Adult, First Aid, FoodSafe Certificate training
- Employment counseling and connections to work opportunities in the field
- Bus tickets and childcare provided for in person sessions
Who it’s for
This program is for immigrant and refugee women who:
- are permanent residents, convention refugees, protected persons or CUAET permit holders
- speak English at an Intermediate level (CLB 5 or equivalent; online assessment will be provided)
- able to attend all program sessions
- have completed full COVID-19 vaccination (2 doses of an approved vaccine)
- Final acceptance is contingent on the Criminal Record Check clearance.
How to apply
Please complete the online registration form here.
Reserve your spot now – space is limited! For questions and application assistance, please contact us by using one of these ways:
| Contact | |
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Email: childcare@pirs.bc.ca |
Phone: 604-298-5888 |
Pathways to Childcare Careers Inquiry Form
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“Through this teaching class, I can learn how to effectively talk and play with children. For example, I need to imagine I am a kid and truly get the child’s thinking. Hope I can be a guide to lead the children in learning and playing.”
– Pathways program participant