Learning & training in huron county newsletter nov dec 2015

November / December 2015

Local adult training and learning opportunities in Huron County, Ontario

Learning & Training in Huron County

Featured:

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• ESTC upcoming courses • Huron SBEC workshops & Events • St. John Ambulance courses

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• QUILL Learning Network 20th!

• Private Career Coaching & resume preparation • The Centre for Employment & Learning Courses and Programs • HealthKick & Georgian College Courses • Fanshawe College winter 2016 courses • Test Drive Your Creative Side!

• HBDC Business By Design Seminars • Lake Huron Learning

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Featured training provider: QUILL Learning Network

In this issue

In the photo, Ministry of Training Colleges and Universities staff, Jeff Moser, Laura Hamilton and Daryl Wark pose with QUILL Executive Director, Debera Flynn at the recent anniverary celebration (Beth Anstett and Mark Harrison were unavailable at time of photo). Photo courtesy of QUILL Learning Network.

QUILL Learning Network celebrates 20th anniversary Recently, QUILL Learning Network celebrated their 20th Anniversary with 45 of their best friends, colleagues and community partners, and unveiled a new energized logo that represents their work in the literacy field.

Visit their Facebook page for more celebration photos, located at www.facebook.com/QUILLNetwork

Explore adult learning in Huron County with QUILL Learning Network on YouTube! You will find a number of Huron County literacy program student testimonials and more.

For more information about exploring adult learning in Huron County visit www.quillnetwork.ca.

QUILL (Quality In Lifelong Learning) Learning Network is one of 16 regional literacy networks in Ontario funded by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU). Located in Walkerton, Ontario, QUILL serves the counties of Bruce, Grey, Huron, Perth, and South Georgian Bay. QUILL Learning Network, 200 McNab Street, Suite 202 PO Box 1148 Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0 Telephone: 519-881-4655 Toll-free: 1-800-530-6852

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Emergency Services Training Centre upcoming courses

The Emergency Services Training Centre (ESTC) in Blyth, Ontario has become a model for fire, emergency response and corporate training in Ontario. The ESTC is an excellent facility providing training for municipalities and companies. Through partnerships with accredited training providers, the ESTC provides the high quality instruction that responders need to deal with today’s ever-changing demands. Visit www.estc.ca to find out more!

Upcoming courses

Ontario Fire Academy - Fire Prevention Officer Ontario Fire Code Division B Part 6 (Course Code FP03-20 hours) Course Date: Nov. 13, 14, & 15, 2015 Classroom Session: Friday, Nov. 13, 2015 4:30 p.m.

- 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 15, 2015 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Cost: $545.00 per student, includes coffee, snacks and supper on Friday evening, and lunch each day (meals brought into ESTC).

This course is for new and existing Fire Prevention Officers/Inspectors, Fire Chiefs, and Firefighters with interests in building life safety systems, Fire Protection students, Fire Protection trades, those individuals responsible for code application and those who are looking at the Fire Service for a career. This course will develop their knowledge of the application of Part 6 of the Ontario Fire Code.

This 3 day (20 hrs) in-depth course will cover: * FPPA legislative authority to conduct inspections, in relation to Part 6, * Introduction to the Ontario Building Code (Part 3), occupancies and classifications, * Identify building classifications, occupancies and identify building construction methods, * An in-depth analysis of Part 6 of the Fire Code including; Portable Fire Extinguishers, Alarm and Voice Communication systems for Life Safety, Standpipe and Hose Systems, Sprinkler Systems, Water Supplies for Fire Protection, Emergency Power Systems, and Special Fire Suppression Systems, including Commercial Cooking Equipment, * Differentiate between checking, inspection and testing, * Required documentation (S-536, verifications, etc) * Case studies and practical in class components in

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conducting and inspection of systems, * What should be addressed at the Plans Review stage, * Required installation, responsibility and enforcement of life safety systems.

Prerequisite: None. Pre-class Material: Package emailed upon confirmation of registration.

Package to be completed, and handed in at the beginning of the course on Friday, Nov. 13, 2015.

One page questionnaire to be emailed or faxed to ESTC no later than Wed. Nov. 11, 2015. Any questions regarding the course please call or email Instructor: Karen (416) 420-4757 or email estcborne@outlook.com.

As of December 31, 2015 the FF1 GAP program will be longer available to Firefighters with Mod A and Mod B. LAST OPPORTUNITY!!!

FF1 GAP Skills Program Course Date: Nov. 14 & 15, 2015 Cost: $295.00 (includes lunch). For firefighters with “old” Volunteer Module A & B who wish to grandfather to NFPA 1001 Firefighter 1

Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR Level C

Course Date: Nov. 7 & 14, 2015 Cost: based on certification required - see below (lunch not included) Dependent on what you need, attendance is listed below: A) CPR only - September 8th- only 9:00am 3:00pm: $69.00 + tax B) HCP CPR (added half hour training to above) September 8th only: $25.00 + tax C) Emergency First Aid and C CPR - September 8th - all day: $99.00 + tax D) Standard First Aid & C CPR - September 8th & 9th - all day both days: $129 + tax This course is a comprehensive two-day course offering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need training due to work requirements or who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies at home.

Certification is valid for 3 years.

Ontario Fire College - NFPA 1021 Fire Officer 1 Course Dates: October 28-November 1, 2015Week 1 November 25-29,2015 - Week 2 In-class Session: 10 days Cost: $459.00 (includes lunch each day) This course provides the current Fire Officer and aspiring officers timely information that aids in their daily performance as a company officer. Topics covered include Fire Officer roles and responsibilities including administration, accountability, cultural diversity, health and safety, human resource management, public relations, functional leadership,incident command, inspection and investigation, budgeting process,

basic strategic planning, basic strategy and tactics.

Fire officer Level 1 is intended for the front line Fire Officer with a supervisory role, is delivered in a classroom environment, and meets NFPA 1021-2009 Edition. Arrangements will be made for students to take the Academic Standards and Evaluation Section exam at the ESTC upon completion of this program.

Fire Service - Combustion and Carbon Monoxide Awareness Training Course Date: December 5, 2015 Cost: $150.00 includes lunch There are more misunderstandings, half truths and myths associated with carbon monoxide (c.o.) than any other natural poison.

It is estimated that there are at least one third more deaths related to CO every year than ever reported - “He had a heart attack.”

Unfortunately we continue to be told and teach the same misleading information.

Our Carbon Monoxide Awareness Program is unique in every way; * Our training style, experiments and terminology make it easy to understand c.o. and that promotes the ability to adapt to varying situations and enhances retention of the information. * The program relates to the ‘practical application’ of c.o. and other deadly gases. * The explanations and demonstrations relate to actual c.o. incidents that have resulted in over 20 deaths. * We create significant amounts of c.o., using various methods right in class. * Our focus is on UNDERSTANDING. ANSWERS promote ‘straight line’ thinking and ‘short term’ solutions.

UNDERSTANDING allows the student to pinpoint the actual cause, not merely the symptom.

ESTC also offers Fire Extinguisher Training upon request- call for details Perfect for Your Next Meeting or Training...

The ESTC offers state of the art, climate controlled meeting rooms/classrooms with built in projectors and presentation screens. The ESTC offers comfortable classroom seating for up to 60 and lecture seating for approximately 80. Call to book today!

For more information or to register call 226-523-9500 ext 200, email cchaffe@estc.ca or check out https://campscui.active.com/orgs/ EmergencyServicesTrainingCentre.

Website: www.estc.ca

November / December 2015 • Learning & Training in Huron County Events and Workshops for November & December include:

Huron Small Business Enterprise Centre

A one-stop destination for business information and support services to help entrepreneurs and small business owners, Huron SBEC, located in Seaforth, is the local source for business start-up advice and guidance. The Fall 2015 Huron SBEC Better Business workshop series has been finalized and the flyer is available on their website at www.huronsbec.ca.

- Facebook Business Pages with Teresa Renee, Nov. 12 - Building Your First Website with Eileen Blake, Nov. 18 - Bridges to Better Business Event - Huron Manufacturing Association Trade Show and Awards Banquet, Nov. 19 - Selling Online & Integrating back office systems with front end and online sales - a Staples Presents workshop, Nov. 25 - Getting Ready for your Accountant (and RevCan) with Alison Lobb, Dec. 3

For information on upcoming events and workshops, call 519-527-0305 or visit 138 Main St. S, Seaforth

Ontario’s education and training network, Contact North | Contact Nord, partners with Ontario’s 24 public colleges, 22 public universities and 250 literacy and basic skills and training providers to deliver their online programs and courses to residents in 600 small, remote, rural, Aboriginal and Francophone communities across Ontario.

The Huron-Bluewater Online Learning Centre has computers and internet access available for student use, audioconferencing, videoconferencing and webconferencing distance delivery platforms available and can invigilate student exams. The Huron Bluewater centre is located at the REACH, 169 Beech St, Clinton Ontario.

For more information about the services available contact Annette Morrison at 1-855656-1232 or huronbluewater@contactnorth. ca.

First Aid Training courses offered in Goderich

Standard First Aid: Learn a wide variety First Aid techniques, plus CPR, AED and choking maneuvers. A Two Day Course with choice of CPR level. AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Training is included. Certificate is valid for 3 years. W.S.I.B Requirement for businesses with more than five employees on any given shift. Visit www.sja.ca for dates.

Standard First Aid & CPR “A” ……$130 - 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Standard First Aid & CPR “C” ……$145 - 9:00 am – 5:30 pm Emergency First Aid: Basic First Aid techniques, with lots of handson practice A One Day Course with choice of CPR level. AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Training is included. Certificate is valid for 3 years. W.S.I.B Requirement for businesses with less than five employees on any given shift. Visit www.sja.ca for dates.

Emergency First Aid & CPR “A” ……$90 - 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Emergency First Aid & CPR “C” ……$95 - 9:00 am – 5:30 pm Standard First Aid RENEWAL: This course is for those who need to renew a Current St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid Certificate including AED & CPR. In order to recertify, you must have successfully completed a full (two day or four night) Standard First Aid & CPR course within the previous three years. AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Training is included. Certificate is valid for 3 years. Visit www.sja.ca for dates.

Standard First Aid & “A” or “C” CPR Recertification $90; 9 am – 5:30 pm CPR Renewal Courses: Refresh your skills with our CPR Renewal courses, those in the healthcare field should renew each year. Visit www.sja.ca for more information and course dates.

Babysitter Courses: Babysitter courses are offered in Goderich on PA Days and some school holidays. Teaches skills to successfully deal with children of all ages, as well as how to handle emergencies and keep kids safe. Recommended for sitters ages 11 and up. 9am – 4:30pm Cost is $50, call for details or visit www.sja.ca.

Advanced Medical First Responder: Advanced Medical First Response courses teach comprehensive first aid skills and assessment techniques. 40 hour course, $525. Group rates for 6 or more students. Call us or visit our website.

Instructor Courses: Become an Instructor for St. John Ambulance, ideal for those with a background in the medical field - share your skills with others! Offer courses within your company at reduced rates or teach to the public at our regularly scheduled classes in Goderich. Contact our training coordinator to discuss this program.

Contact Chris Motsch, Training & Community Services Coordinator St. John Ambulance , Grey Bruce Huron Branch 316 - 5th Street, Hanover, Ontario N4N 0A7 Tel: 519-364-7004 or Toll Free: 1 800-337-4228 Email: chris.motsch@on.sja.ca or Visit www.sja.ca

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Private career coaching & resume preparation In today’s workplace, the demand for leadership and personal accountability is transforming how both leaders and individual contributors must perform. More is being required of workers at every level, often leading to

confusion, frustration and burn out.

How do you stay engaged and productive?

Understanding your unique skills along with your preferred way of making contributions will help you make a stronger impact in

your work and give you more personal and professional satisfaction.

Working with a career coach can help you clarify your skills and your working style.

Sharing your ideas, ambitions, cherished goals, frustrations

www.thecentreforemploymentandlearning.ca

YOUTH

JOB CONNECTION A new Employment Ontario Program to assist local youth prepare for employment!

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Between 15 and 29 years of age; Resident of Ontario; Eligible to work in Canada; Unemployed; Not participating in full time training or education.

Contact us today for an interview as spaces are limited.

Highlights of Program Participate in 60 hours of paid pre-employment training, including:  Career exploration and goal setting  Resume, job search and interview skills  Job maintenance and career advancement skills;  Workplace experience through paid job placements;  Education and work transition supports;  Employment mentorship and guidance. 

Continuous intake starting November 2, 2015 at The Centre for Employment & Learning, 349 Main Street, Exeter For more information contact: Peggy Hulley or Brittany O’Brien The Centres for Employment & Learning 519.235.0471 | exeterCEL@fc.amdsb.ca

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This Employment Ontario Program is funded by the Ontario Government

and worries about your work in a confidential space can open up new ways of tackling your work concerns as well as the opportunity to refresh your career trajectory.

A career coach can also help you if you are looking to reenter the workforce after an absence or illness, change jobs, make decisions about a career or vocation, and polish or create your resume.

Employers can benefit from using a career coach to help their employees adjust to new roles, prepare to take on more leadership responsibilities, identify job accountabilities, and assist employees leaving the organization.

ALYSON NYIRI, BA CDP CHRL is a Career Coach in private practice, offering confidential career coaching to individuals and employers in Huron and Perth Counties. Her background is multidisciplinary with over a decade in career planning. She is also a Certified Human Resource Leader with experience in human resources in the private and public sector.

She is a regular contributor to the Canadian HR Professional Magazine, reviewing 4 business books every month. Alyson has worked in community economic development for the past 5 years working on projects benefitting rural communities.

She can be reached at 519-5808419 or anyiri@cyg.net.

November / December 2015 • Learning & Training in Huron County Reach for Success - an employability through work experience program for young adults 15-30 to help them overcome barriers to employment. Funded by the Federal Government Skills Link Program.

Workshops Discover Yourself - This full day, fun filled workshop helps you discover yourself and the careers that suit you. Includes a Meyers Briggs Personality assessment. Pre-registration required. 519524-2515 x 200 Monday, December 21, 2015; 9:00 am - 4:00 pm; 41 West Street, Goderich, The Centre for Employment and Learning - Goderich Free.

Setting Up a Windows Home Network - Setting Up a Windows Home Network - Learn about network basics, PC and router administration, sharing and network trouble shooting basics. Preregistration required. 519-235-0471 December 5, 2015; 9:00 am - 12:00 pm; 349 Main Street, Exeter, The Centre for Employment and Learning - Exeter Cost: $20.

Skills Upgrading and Readiness Program (SURP) - SURP provides upgrading opportunities for adults preparing for a variety of goal paths including: Employment, Apprenticeship, Secondary School Credit (Grade 12) or High School Equivalency (GED test), Post Secondary Education and Independence. Attend a class at The Centre for Employment and Learning in Wingham, Exeter, Clinton or Goderich. Check out the website for class times. Check out: www.thecentreforemploymentandlearning.ca/literacy-and-basicskills The LearningHUB: Want an online alternative to SURP? Visit www.learninghub.ca to upgrade your skills through supported independent Study & Short Courses or Live Instructor-led Classes.

Jet Start Your job Search - Experts say only 25%of jobs are ever advertised. This workshop teaches you how to find those hidden jobs. Please call 519-524-2515 x 200 to register. November 26 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. December 17 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. 41 West Street, Goderich, The Centre for Employment and Learning - Goderich Free.

Interview Workshop- Learn how to ace the interview and land the job. This interactive workshop presents the tips and tricks that you need to know to be successful in your next interview. Please call 519-524-2515 x 200 to register. November 12 9:00 am - 12:00 pm; December 3 9:00 am - 12:00 pm; 41 West Street, Goderich, The Centre for Employment and Learning - Goderich Free.

Courses

Introduction to Computers Wingham: November 4 to December 16 Monday and Wednesday Mornings from 1:00-2:30 pm November 4 to December 16 Monday and Wednesday Evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm

Programs

Youth Job Connection - a new Employment Ontario Program to assist local youth between 15 and 29 prepare for employment.

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HealthKick Huron & Georgian College courses

Ongoing programs and courses from Georgian College Program: Teaching and Training Adults

This is designed for people interested in teaching and training in industry and/or in an academic environment. It will develop the skills and knowledge of novices and refine the skills of current practitioners.

Both industry trainers and classroom teachers are suitable candidates for Teaching and Training Adults. Location: Huron East Health Centre, Seaforth

Modules & Dates -Introduction to Teaching and Training Adults: Sept. 19 & 26 from 9-4pm -Engaging Adult Learners: Oct. 3 from 9-4pm -Teaching Clinic: Oct. 17 from 9-4pm -Teaching and Training Methods: Oct. 24 from 9-4pm -Preparing a Lesson or Workshop: Oct. 31 from 9-4pm -Synopsis: Nov. 7 – Dec. 19 -Coaching: Nov. 14 from 9-4pm -Workplace Training: Nov. 21 from 9-4pm -Engaging the Multi-Generational Classroom: Nov. 28 from 9-4pm Course Information Link: Full catalogue description of the Teaching and Training Adults Recognition of Successful Completion.

Course: Lifestyle Management course

This course introduces students to the concept of wellness and provides practical strategies for developing a healthy lifestyle.

Students explore issues such as stress management, nutrition, mental and physical fitness, and self-responsibility.

Dates & Time: Tuesdays, Sept. 8-Dec. 15 from 6-9pm .

Location: Various locations across Huron and Perth Counties, i.e. Seaforth, Clinton, Zurich, Goderich, Stratford.

•Course outline information •Registration information For more information about these and other learning opportunities contact HealthKick, located at 32B Centennial Drive, Seaforth, Ontario. Email: healthkick@smallbusinesshuron.ca Phone: (519) 600-2273 ext. 502

Fanshawe College winter 2016 programming Fanshawe is proud to be offering our handson training right in your backyard at our Clinton, Goderich, Stratford and Kincardine locations.

Whether you’re looking to upgrade or start fresh, our programs are convenient, close to home and focused on careers in your community. Take a look through some of our offerings and please contact us and let us know how we can help get you started.

NEW START - Winter 2016 Programming Huron, Perth & Bruce Counties - FOOD SERVICE WORKER CERTIFICATE, CLINTON SITE Feb. 9 - April 27, (Full-time day program) - PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER CERTIFICATE, CLINTON SITE Jan. 12 - Fall 2017 (Part-time evening program) Tuesday & Thursday

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- GENERAL BUSINESS CERTIFICATE, GODERICH SITE, February-Spring 2016 (Full-time day program) - PAYROLL COURSE, GODERICH SITE, October 19-December 18 Monday & Wednesday - PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST CERTIFICATE, KINCARDINE SITE, February 2-April 28 (Full-time day program) - LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT SERIES KINCARDINE SITE, Nov. 9 - Spring 2016 (Part-time evening program) Monday & Wednesday - EXCEL SPREADSHEET COURSE, KINCARDINE SITE, January 9 - March 2 CONTACT: (519) 606-1484 OR clinton@ fanshawec.ca

NEW FALL 2016 FULL-TIME POST-SECONDARY PROGRAMMING - WELDING TECHNIQUES CERTIFICATE, TIVERTON SITE, Sept. 2016 - April 2017 - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (INDUSTRIAL MILLWRIGHT) DIPLOMA, TIVERTON SITE, Sept. 2016 August 2017

- EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION DIPLOMA, CLINTON SITE, September 2016 - December 2017 - PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKER CERTIFICATE, CLINTON SITE, Sept. 2016 April 2017; KINCARDINE SITE Sept. 2016 - April 2017 - BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP & MANAGEMENT DIPLOMA, GODERICH SITE, September 2016 - April 2017 To Apply: Visit www.ontariocolleges.ca

November / December 2015 • Learning & Training in Huron County

Test drive your creative side & try an art class

Come out and ‘test drive your creative side’ for only $20/class with the following beginner classes: Introduction to Photography - learn about your camera and its components, gain a greater understanding of aperture, shutter speed, camera modes, depth of field, white balance, and more. Please bring your film

or digital camera. Join photographer Pedro Nogueira at the Exeter Library on Monday, Nov. 2 from 5-8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 7 from 2-5 p.m.

Lantern Making - Using various materials - tissue paper, reed, bamboo, tape, acrylic medium - make a lantern of your own design to light your room, patio, or even a

walking trail. Artist Karen Melady will lead this session at Ironwood Golf Course in Exeter, on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Check out www.creativehuron.ca!

Registration for all classes is through the Blyth Festival Box Office 1-877-862-5984 or 519-523-9300 In-person at 423 Queen Street, Blyth

The Huron Business Development Corporation located in Seaforth, Ontario provides this bi-monthly newsletter, featuring the wide variety of adult learning and training opportunities available right here in Huron County.

NEXT EDITION:

January / February 2016 Publication date: February 8, 2016 Deadline for submissions: December 30, 2015 If you, your organization, or your business would like to have your local adult learning & training opportunities included in the next edition of Learning & Training in Huron County, please contact Sharlene at HBDC at 519-527-0305 or syoung-bolen@ smallbusinesshuron.ca.

Who: When:

Huron Business Development Corporation.

10:00am-4:00pm on May 29th 2015.

Where:

Huron Business Centre, 138 Main Street South, Seaforth.

Register: 519.527.0305 (Do it early! Seating is limited.)

Fee: It’s absolutely FREE and essential for success!

Why: Lunch:

Because 8 in 10 business start-ups FAIL! Brown bag it or go next door—you get a ½ hour.

Repeats: You:

July 31st 2015. Repeats every second month.

Call (519) 527-0305 and register TODAY! www.smallbusinesshuron.ca

“Drive thy business or it will drive thee.”

Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) inventor, entrepreneur, economist, philosopher and statesman

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Get Connected this Fall Introduction to iPads and Facebook Introduction to ipads Dates: November 10th, 12th Time: 2:30 to 4:30pm Cost: $30 *Students must bring their own iPad

Introduction to Facebook Date: November 17th Time: 2:30 to 4:30pm Cost: $15 **Take both classes for $40

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED

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Hands-on instructor assistance Classroom setting Lessons geared to older adults

Held at the MacKay Centre for Seniors 10 Nelson St. E., Goderich

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