SkillsPEI - Training PEI

Provided by: Government of Prince Edward Island - Department of Workforce, Advanced Learning and Population

Service Description

Assists job seekers in gaining skills and education necessary to find and maintain employment. Financial support of up to 70% of course costs is provided to enable job seekers to complete a post secondary certificate or diploma program. Financial support may also be available for travel and childcare costs.

Information

Eligibility:
Applicants must:
-Be unemployed
-Lack the skills or education to find work
-Be legally authorized to work in Canada (citizen or permanent resident)
-Be out of high school for at least one year
-Have a current claim for Employment Insurance (EI) claim or have a previous EI claim that has ended within the previous 60 months
-Other criteria may apply
Fees:
Yes * Must be able to pay portion of education costs
How to Access:
Call or drop in to book an appointment with a case manager
Documents Required:
Completed Training PEI Application for Funding * Return-to-Work Action Plan prepared by your case manager * Resume * SkillsPEI Consent Form * Acceptance letter from a post-secondary institution * Proof of education
Language:
English * French
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

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