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Sustainable employment is critical to independence and self-suffiency for individuals, families and the community. The YWCA Employment and Learning Centre supports individuals in this process.

We are committed to helping our clients gain increased independence and ability in pursuit of their goals. Whether the need is a single appointment to prepare a resume or longer-term counseling to gain life and work skill, we are committed to supporting individuals on their life's journey.

We offer unique services in an effort to strengthen our community one person at a time.


Friday, January 03, 2014

Why is getting a grade 12 or GED important?

The knowledge and skills (read and process information, solve problems and communicate effectively) acquired while studying for and completing the GED (General Education Development) are considered equivalent to those of a grade 12 graduate. 
A high school diploma or certificate is now considered the minimum requirement necessary to survive and hopefully thrive in the Saskatchewan/Canada labour market.
In Saskatchewan, 40% of adults 16 years and older (48% Canada) people have literacy rates below that of a high school grad and as a result would have difficulty meeting the growing literacy demands of a knowledge-based economy.
It is predicted that in the next five years, 2/3 of new and replacement jobs will require some type of post-secondary education.
Many employers will not hire someone who does not have a GED certificate or a high-school diploma.  Future promotions and job changes will also be easier for GED graduates.
Technical schools offering post-secondary education such as SIAST usually require a high-school diploma or GED for enrolment.




GED Preparation Program
Class starts January 27th, 2014
Monday to Thursday 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Quint Development (205-1120 20th Street West)
Mandatory Intake Session & Assessment Dates:
January 14th & 15th from 5:30-8:30pm

Call 978-4041 ext. 225 for more information
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