Pathways to Childcare Careers

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: