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May 22
Cochrane Apitisawin Solar and Construction
May 22, 2013
St. Lawrence College Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement, in partnership with Apitisawin Employment and Training, is presenting a 16 week training program that will provide you with the skills employers are looking for. You will graduate with well-rounded entry level knowledge of the solar and construction fields, practical skills and work experience and certifications in 1st Aid/CPR, WHMIS, Transportation of Dangerous Goods, Confined Space and Fall Arrest. This program will consist of: two weeks of employability skills training, two weeks of certifications and construction safety, two weeks of solar training and ten weeks of solar/construction work experience. If you are interested in the construction or alternative energy fields, then this is the program for you.
This program is open to men and women who are out of school, out of work and not receiving EI. For more information, please contact Sandy Archibald or Stella Etherington (705) 272-6065. -
May 22
Deer Lake Forestry and Carpentry Fundamentals
May 22, 2013
Deer Lake Forestry Worker and Carpentry Fundamentals program was developed specifically for the Deer Lake First Nation, located about an hour north of Thunder Bay by air. Thirty-six program participants will take part in the 20 week program that started on February 11th and will finish on June 28th.
The first two weeks of the program are in class, covering employability skills, workplace orientation, due diligence and certifications in WHMIS, 1st Aid/CPR and Chainsaw Safety. Following this, an eighteen week in field component will provide training on forestry, sawmill operation and carpentry fundamentals.
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May 22
Supply Chain & Logistics
May 22, 2013
Join the fastest growing sector of Eastern Ontario’s economy. Companies in the supply chain industry are investing in Cornwall, Brockville and Kingston and need qualified individuals to help them grow. Learn the skills you need to succeed in this exciting field. This program is designed to introduce students to all aspects of the supply chain and logistics sector, both theoretical and practical at the support level as defined by the Canadian Supply Chain Sector Council. Theoretical concepts discussed in the classroom will be further explained and developed during the three week field placement component. Students will be placed at approved organizations within Eastern Ontario.
This program runs from February 4 – June 7. This program is delivered at the Cornwall Campus.
Have you recently been laid-off? Second Career applicants may receive funding for this program.
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May 27
Huntsville Youth in Landscaping Program
May 27, 2013
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Learn a new trade! St. Lawrence College Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement is presenting an eight week Youth in Landscaping training program that will provide you with the skills employers are looking for. You will graduate with well-rounded knowledge, practical skills and pertinent certifications including WHMIS, 1st Aid/CPR, Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Safety Training. Get outfitted with work boots, safety equipment, toolkit and tools and six weeks of practical landscaping experience.
This program runs from May 27 – July 19, 2013
This program is open to men and women between the ages of 15 – 30 who are out of school, out of work and not receiving EI. Contact Huntsville YMCA Employment and Literacy Services at (705) 787-0349 for more information and to submit your name for the program and see if you are eligible.
Tuition is $4,126 + HST (funding may be available to cover tuition, income support, transportation/travel and dependent care). Huntsville Youth in Landscaping Program (PDF) -
May 28
Change Management
May 28, 2013
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Learn to manage the change process from planning to implementation. Participants will realize why trends in organizations, industries, sectors and geographic locations are important to monitor. This module will explore the following:
• How to create support and commitment for change, recognize and anticipate resistance, and design a change plan to implement for future change projects
• How to use the R x A x F (Ready, Aim, Fire) › Resistance model to understand the change process
• How to plan and implement a system-wide organizational change through the Change-O-Meter computer simulation.
This program is part of the Leadership for Managers Foundation series.
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Jun 03
North Bay Youth in Pre-Construction
June 3, 2013
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Learn a new trade! St. Lawrence College Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement is presenting an eight week Youth in Pre-construction training program that will provide you with the skills employers are looking for. You will graduate with well-rounded knowledge, practical skills and pertinent certifications including WHMIS, 1st Aid/CPR, and Fall Arrest. Get outfitted with work boots, safety equipment, toolkit and tools, and six weeks of practical pre-construction experience.
This program runs from June 3 to July 26, 2013.
This program is open to men and women between the ages of 15 – 30 who are out of school, out of work and not receiving EI in the past three years. Contact Yes North Bay at (705) 476-3234 for more information and to submit your name for the program and see if you are eligible.
Tuition is $4,126 + HST (funding may be available to cover tuition, income support, transportation/travel and dependent care).
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Jun 04
Project Management
June 4, 2013
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This course will help you understand the role of project management, how to set and manage client expectations, develop a list of key tasks, assign responsibilities, and track progress updates. This module will include the following:
• Introduction to project management
• Integration
• Scope definition and controls
• Exercises in planning, control and problem solving, including consideration of risk factors and conflict resolution within projects
• Test and create a template in an actual project for management
This program is part of the Leadership for Managers Foundation series.
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Jun 10
Warehouse Worker Program
June 10, 2013
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St. Lawrence College Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement is again presenting the Warehouse Worker Program for Youth to help prepare youth for employment in the warehousing field. This eight-week program will provide participants with the skills employers are looking for. Graduates will obtain well-rounded knowledge, employability skills, Forklift training and certifications in Transportation of Dangerous Goods, WHMIS, First Aid/CPR and Safety Training.
This program runs from June 10 – August 2, 2013.
Tuition fee is $3,991 plus HST.
If you are between the ages of 15-30, out of school, out of work, and not receiving WI, you are eligible to apply for funding for the program through Service Canada’s Individual Skills Enhancement Program.
For more information, please contact: Troy Hagen (613) 933-6080 ext. 2137. Warehouse Worker (PDF) -
Jun 11
Operationalizing the Strategic Plan
June 11, 2013
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This course offers the core ideals of strategic planning and operationalizing your strategic plan. You will learn the following:
• Expand your strategic understanding of the marketplace
• Develop and implement a strategy for your organization
• Create mission, vision, and values to achieve goals
• Focus on future direction and achieving desired results
This program is part of the Leadership for Managers Foundation series.
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Jun 13
MS Office - Excel Intermediate
June 13, 2013
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Do you need to update your desktop computing skills to be working efficiently and productively?
Do the people on your team have the computer literacy and level of skill required to complete their daily tasks?
The St. Lawrence College Centre for Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement works with individuals and organizations to increase user confidence and improve their application of the Microsoft Office programs.
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Jun 17
Nurse to Nurse Education - Phlebotomy
June 17, 2013
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Are you a registered nurse looking to develop and grow your skill set? Join us to learn more about why clients require blood tests, doctor’s orders and special considerations, collection, storage and labeling of tubes and equipment needed for blood taking. Additionally, learn what blood work results reveal and the anatomy and physiology of veins and arteries in the extremities.
This course includes theory, hands-on demonstration and a quiz. Upon successful completion of the program, all participants will receive a Certificate for Phlebotomy Theory and 1 Return Demo accomplishment. -
Jun 18
Leadership
June 18, 2013
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This course will ultimately provide a framework for leading change initiatives, internal projects and understanding personal leadership. This module will present the following:
• Define and explore the core principles of leadership
• Understand and develop effective leadership techniques
• Explore the values-based leadership model and your personal leadership style
• Experiment with and apply models, techniques and principles using the Hailey Hotel Case Study
This program is part of the Leadership for Managers Foundation series.
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Jun 24
Keewaywin First Nation Youth in Pre-Construction
June 24, 2013
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Learn a new trade! St. Lawrence College Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement, in partnership with the Keewaywin First Nation Band Office, is presenting an eight week Youth in Pre-construction training program that will provide you with the skills employers are looking for. You will graduate with well-rounded knowledge, practical skills and pertinent certifications including WHMIS, 1st Aid/CPR, and Fall Arrest. Get outfitted with work boots, safety equipment, toolkit and tools, and six weeks of practical pre-construction experience.
This program runs from June 24 to August 16, 2013.
This program is open to men and women between the ages of 15 – 30 who are out of school, out of work and not receiving EI in the past three years.
Contact the Keewaywin First Nation Band Office at (807) 771-1210 for more information and to submit your name for the program and see if you are eligible.
Tuition is $4,384 + HST (funding may be available to cover tuition, income support, transportation/travel and dependent care).
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Jun 24
Fort Severn First Nation Youth in Pre-Construction
June 24, 2013
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Learn a new trade! St. Lawrence College Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement, in partnership with the Fort Severn First Nation Band Office, is presenting an eight week Youth in Pre-construction training program that will provide you with the skills employers are looking for. You will graduate with well-rounded knowledge, practical skills and pertinent certifications including WHMIS, 1st Aid/CPR, and Fall Arrest. Get outfitted with work boots, safety equipment, toolkit and tools, and six weeks of practical pre-construction experience.
This program runs from June 24 to August 16, 2013.
This program is open to men and women between the ages of 15 – 30 who are out of school, out of work and not receiving EI in the past three years.
Contact the Fort Severn First Nation Band Office at (807) 478-2572 for more information and to submit your name for the program and see if you are eligible.
Tuition is $4,384 + HST (funding may be available to cover tuition, income support, transportation/travel and dependent care).
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Jun 25
Teams
June 25, 2013
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Learn how to become a more effective team leader/builder and create team synergy by leveraging individual skills for the combined effort. This module will introduce the following topics and activities:
• Types of teams/groups/hybrids
• How to conduct a skills audit for individual team members
• Team self-management practices, problem solving skills and creating a team vision
• Best practice communication strategies and techniques
• A day with re-creatable team exercises to bring back to your organization
This program is part of the Leadership for Managers Foundation series.
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Jul 15
South River Youth in Pre-Construction
July 15, 2013
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Learn a new trade! St. Lawrence College Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement is presenting an eight week Youth in Pre-construction training program that will provide you with the skills employers are looking for. You will graduate with well-rounded knowledge, practical skills and pertinent certifications including WHMIS, 1st Aid/CPR, and Fall Arrest. Get outfitted with work boots, safety equipment, toolkit and tools, and six weeks of practical pre-construction experience.
This program runs from July 15 to September 6, 2013.
This program is open to men and women between the ages of 15 – 30 who are out of school, out of work and not receiving EI in the past three years.
Contact Employment North Sunridge at (705) 384-1110 for more information and to submit your name for the program and see if you are eligible.
Tuition is $4,421 + HST (funding may be available to cover tuition, income support, transportation/travel and dependent care).
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Jul 25
LEAN Awareness Workshop
July 25, 2013
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At its most fundamental level, LEAN is about reducing waste and variability across organizations. But what exactly is waste? How exactly does variability impact our processes? Join us to learn more and acquire tools to help improve overall efficiencies. -
Oct 07
Leadership for Managers Foundations - Cornwall
October 7, 2013
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St. Lawrence College Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement proudly presents the Leadership for Managers Foundation program. This program contains the first five modules of delivery including:
1. Operationalizing the Strategic Plan - Foundations
2. Project Management - Foundations
3. Change Management - Foundations
4. Leadership - Foundations
5. Teams - Foundations
Participants can take as little as one course or as many as all five courses. This program is offered at multiple times during the year – giving participants the opportunity to pick up any missed courses at a later date.
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Nov 04
Leadership for Managers Advanced - Kingston
November 4, 2013
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St. Lawrence College Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement proudly presents the Leadership for Managers Advanced program. This program contains the last five modules of delivery including:
1. Finance for Non-Financial Managers - Advanced
2. Communication - Advanced
3. Dispute and Conflict - Advanced
4. Coaching and Mentoring - Advanced
5. Managing the Client Experience - Advanced
Participants can take as little as one course or as many as all five courses. This program is offered at multiple times during the year – giving participants the opportunity to pick up any missed courses at a later date.
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Nov 18
Leadership for Managers Advanced - Cornwall
November 18, 2013
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St. Lawrence College Corporate Learning and Performance Improvement proudly presents the Leadership for Managers Advanced program. This program contains the last five modules of delivery including:
1. Finance for Non-Financial Managers - Advanced
2. Communication - Advanced
3. Dispute and Conflict - Advanced
4. Coaching and Mentoring - Advanced
5. Managing the Client Experience - Advanced
Participants can take as little as one course or as many as all five courses. This program is offered at multiple times during the year – giving participants the opportunity to pick up any missed courses at a later date.
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Jan 13
Supply Chain & Logistics
January 13, 2014
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Join the fastest growing sector of Eastern Ontario’s economy. Companies in the supply chain industry are investing in Cornwall, Brockville and Kingston and need qualified individuals to help them grow. Learn the skills you need to succeed in this exciting field. This program is designed to introduce students to all aspects of the supply chain and logistics sector, both theoretical and practical at the support level as defined by the Canadian Supply Chain Sector Council. Theoretical concepts discussed in the classroom will be further explained and developed during the three week field placement component. Students will be placed at approved organizations within Eastern Ontario.
This program runs for 18 weeks, including 3 week placement, beginning in January 2013. This program is delivered at the Cornwall Campus.
Have you recently been laid-off? Second Career applicants may receive funding for this program. Supply Chain & Logistics (PDF)