Are you looking for free training to upgrade your employability, academic or computer skills?Our Employment and Academic Preparation courses can help you reach your goals faster!
If you want to:
- Enhance your resume to find a job
- Prepare for post-secondary
- Prepare for an apprenticeship application
- Get your GED (High School Equivalency)
- Prepare for a high school credit program
- Become more independent in life
- Gain computer skills
Course Offerings & Locations
Our courses are offered from September to June with continuous enrollment.
Uplands Community Learning Centre
8210 Yonge Street (Yonge & Hwy 7)
Mon-Thu 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Mon-Thu 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Mon/Wed 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Basic Computer Skills
Develop basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, E-mail, Internet, Google, etc.) for success in workplaces and post-secondary education. Whether looking to upgrade your computer skills, employment skills, or prepare for post-secondary, this program will build your confidence and abilities while working at your own pace.
Advanced Computer Skills
Develop practical computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Publisher, E-mail, Internet, Google) for success in the workplace and post-secondary education. Work at your own pace to advance your computer skills for employment, post-secondary, or use in daily life.
Employment Skills and Academic Upgrading
Upgrade your reading, writing, math, computer and/or soft skills in order to pursue a certificate, degree or career. Whether preparing for Adult Credit School, Apprenticeship, Post Secondary or returning to work, this course will provide individualized instruction at your own pace.
GED Preparation
Get individualized support and instruction while preparing for your GED. All subjects are offered.
Participation House
9 Butternut Lane, Markham (North of Hwy 7, East of 9th Line)
Mon-Fri 10:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Literacy and Computer Skills for Adults with Special Needs
Through individualized instruction and support, adults with varying levels of abilities build and enhance their employability and life skills for success and independence at their own pace.
To register contact us at 905-731-9557 ext: 307 or uplands@yrdsb.ca