Phases
Employability Skills Development In Phase I
Prior to students entering the workplace as a Youth Apprentice, they will attend their first Employability Skills Workshop. This is usually conducted as a 4 1/2 day seminar with the majority of workshops delivered by professional from the business community and includes seminars on many of the following:
| Workplace Ethics | Business Technical Writing |
| Personal Finance | Employer/Employee Expectations |
| Occupational Health & Safety | Human Rights |
| Leadership & Teamwork Skills | Communication & Listening Skills |
| Customer Service | Stress/Time Management |
| Job Maintenance Skills |
Employability Skills Development In Phase II
Phase II is a combination of structured workshops and independent learning. The Phase II component of YAP strives to develop leadership and self-awareness.
| NOC (National Occupation Classification) | Report Writing |
| Conflict Resolution | Customer Service II |
| Occupational Health & Safety II | Job Maintenance Skills II |
| Inter-personal Relations |
Independent Learning
Students choosing participation with YAP will complete the curriculum components listed above, as well as independent completion of the following:
- First Aid/CPR or Safety Start
- Passport to Safety (completed on-line)
- Final Report
- Any prior learning will be assessed by the YAP Coordinator