Employment Preparation Program

This is a free program financed by Emploi Quebec.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

The objectives of this program are to help participants with job preparation and with their integration into the job market. Each participant will learn strategies to prepare for their job search as well as useful information that will help them during their entire career.

PROGRAM CONTENT

The Employment Preparation Program consists of a variety of interactive workshops given by professionals during a 7 weeks period. The workshops are offered in group settings of not more then 20 people. This dynamic group program will enable you to share your experiences and develop your network. Each participant will be guided by their individual counselor for at least one hour per week. These one-on-one sessions will help you to determine the right career path for you. You will also be able to consult your counselor during the following 2 years after completing the program should you feel the need to do so.

In this program you will learn about:

 The importance of knowing yourself (personality, aptitudes and interests inventories );
 Individual counseling and career orientation;
 How to determine your career objective;
 How to transfer your skills;
 Principles of a successful job search;
 How to design the successful resume;
 How to prepare for job interviews, the theory and practice (filmed interviews);
 Preparing your career portfolio;
 How to write presentation letters, thank you letters, references lists;
 How to create and produce your own business card;
 Telephone interview techniques;
 Skill of salary negotiation;
 Skill of information interviews;
 Internet job search techniques;
 Quebec’s job market expectations;
 Individual action plans and follow-up;
 Networking events;
 Mentorship and internship experience.

ADMISSIBILITY

 18 years old and over;
 Able to speak and write French or English;
 Unemployed;
 Available Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m daily.;
 Ready to work (motivated and able to work);
 Citizenship or permanent resident;

PROGRAM CALENDER

Program in French
 March 16th to May 1st 2009
 July 13th to August 28th 2009
 November 9th 2009 to January 8th 2010
 March 15th to April 30th 2010

Program in English
 May 11th to June 26th 2009
 September 14th to October 30th 2009
 January 18th to March 5th 2010
 Mai 10th to June 25th 2010

HOW TO APPLY?

1. Take an appointment with an employment counselor by calling 514-948-0000.
2. During your appointment you will be asked to complete a questionnaire that will help us to know you better and determine your needs.
3. You will also obtain a form at this time for Emploi-Quebec when you meet with a counselor. This form will help us to complete your registration.
4. Take the form to your Local Employment Center (CLE) for the final approval in the program and when you next visit Centre Génération Emploi, make sure that you hand it to your counselor.