Upgrading and University Preparation
Upgrading and University Preparation
Credential:
Certificate
Duration:
8 months
Format:
Full time
Start date:
September
Location:
Chilliwack campus at CEP
Cost:
$2,410.92 Fees and costs
FEATURES:
The Workplace Training in Attitudes, Skills, and Knowledge (TASK) is an eight-month pre-employment program for adult students living with disabilities who want to explore employment opportunities, learn self-management, and prepare for a job in a safe and supportive classroom environment.
As a TASK student, you participate in a series of employability workshops, including Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), FoodSafe, First Aid, and WorldHost. You also learn basic computer skills and get support as you explore career options, prepare your résumé, and rehearse for interviews.
In addition, you take part in three job placements to gain on-the-job experience with supportive employers in your community.
Once you complete the Workplace TASK program, you have the skills and experience necessary to find employment. Or you can pursue further studies at UFV or elsewhere to enhance your qualifications for employment.
View the program outline in the academic calendar.
The Institute for Research and Development on Inclusion and Society reports that only 52.7% of people with physical disabilities and 26.1% of people with intellectual disabilities were employed in Canada in 2011. In B.C. alone, the 2012 Statistics Canada’s Canadian Survey on Disability estimated 546,760 British Columbians age 15 and over had a disability — representing 14.8 per cent of the population.
In 2014, acknowledging that steps must be taken to improve opportunities for people with disabilities, the province of B.C. launched Accessibility 2024, an action plan to increase accessibility, not only to employment, but also to services, housing, transportation, income support, and more.
In light of this new initiative, there is no better time for adults with disabilities to gain new employment skills and prepare to take advantage of the opportunities slated to open up by 2024.
View the Workplace Training in Attitudes, Skills, and Knowledge entrance requirements (TASK) in the UFV Academic Calendar.
Natasha Taylor, Program Assistant, Workplace TASK
Phone: 604-702-2626
Toll free: 1-888-504-7441, ext. 2626
Email: task@ufv.ca
Jaclyn was working two part-time jobs when she realized she wanted a career change. Her goals were to learn new skills, and to find an enjoyable, full-time job with benefits. To help her meet these goals, she enrolled in UFV’s Workplace Training in Attitudes, Skills, and Knowledge (TASK) program.