Skills for Success
Workplace Skills for Success Training may be beneficial to the following types of organizations:
private, public and not-for-profit employers • municipalities • band/tribal councils • employer/employee associations • industry associations
Employers benefit from hires completing Skills of Success training
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Productivity
Increased productivity, reduced absenteeism
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Retention
Improved employee retention
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Skilled
Highly skilled workforce
Building Skills for Success
Skills for Success are used in many activities in work, learning, and life. They are the foundation for learning all other skills.
Reading
Ability to find, understand, and use information presented through words, symbols and images.
Writing
Ability to share information using written words, symbols and images.
Numeracy
Ability to find, understand, use, and report mathematical information presented through words, numbers, symbols and graphics.
Communication
Ability to receive, understand, consider, and share information and ideas through speaking, listening and interacting with others.
Problem Solving
Ability to identify, analyze, propose solutions and make decisions.
Creativity & Innovation
Ability to imagine, develop, express, encourage, and apply ideas in ways that are novel, unexpected or challenge existing methods and norms.
Digital
Ability to use digital technology and tools to find, manage, apply, create and share information and content.
Continuous Learning
Being willing to learn throughout an individual’s work life.
Adaptability
Ability to achieve or adjust goals and behaviours when expected or unexpected change occurs, by planning, staying focused and overcoming setbacks.
Collaboration
Ability to contribute and support others to achieve a common goal.
Employees benefit from skills for success in the following ways
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Incentive
Increased incentive and innovation
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Skills
Increase in transferable skills
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Confidence
Improved self-confidence
Customized
Developing your employee’s Skills for Success can help your organization be more productive and competitive.
Suncrest College can assess your workplace needs and develop customized training that reflects the distinct needs of your organization
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28 per cent of what Canadians earn is directly attributable to their Essential Skills levels. No other single factor contributes as much to a person’s income. The next highest at 24 per cent is education and credentials. Work experience and attitude are even less. Often we hear that employers want a worker with a good attitude and smile on their face, but that isn't enough. Canada has a brutally efficient economy. If you produce you are successful here.
Jobs for which no post-secondary education is necessary increasingly require a minimum of Level 3 in reading text, document use, and numeracy; for example, a cashier, security guard or labourer.
The ETI offers financial assistance to adult learners with low incomes to help them complete their high school education, participate in workforce and skills training programs and improve employment opportunities, start a career and become more self-sufficient.
In addition to financial assistance, learners have ongoing access to individualized planning and supports to help them accomplish their training and employment goals.
ETI Eligibility
Adult learners with low incomes may be eligible for the ETI if they are:
Training providers will determine ongoing ETI eligibility and will work with students to support their success.
To remain eligible for the ETI, applicants must:
ETI funding will end if students are unable to attend their training program for more than three consecutive weeks (21 calendar days).
Benefits may change or be discontinued if eligibility requirements are not met or if personal circumstances change. Students must inform their ETI coordinator immediately if there are any changes to their personal situation.
Adult learners must attend programming full-time. However, an adult learner may be approved for the ETI if a disability accommodation is required and results in an extended program plan. Training providers will determine the eligibility for an extended program plan.
ETI Benefits
The ETI is delivered through the SIS and SAID programs.
The ETI is provided as a monthly benefit in addition to clients’ other income assistance benefits:
Adult learners also have access to employment supports from post-secondary institutions and the Ministry of Immigration and Career Training’s SaskJobs – Career Services, including work and job readiness counseling, job search assistance, resume writing and interview skills development.
How to Apply for ETI
To access the ETI, applicants can contact their training provider to enrol in an approved education program.
If applicants are not currently receiving income assistance benefits, they can apply for ETI through either the SIS or SAID application process. Training providers have designated staff who help with the application process.
Students will receive a Client Identification Number once they apply for SIS or SAID. This number is found at the end of the online application and on letters or emails from the Ministry of Social Services. Students will need to provide this number to their training provider to access the ETI.
If applicants do currently receive income assistance benefits, they can contact the Client Service Centre or speak to their Planning and Support Specialist or Assured Income Specialist about the ETI.
ETI Contact Information
For questions about ETI eligibility, contact:
For information about other supports and services, call the Ministry of Social Services Client Service Centre at 1-866-221-5200.