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CIWA - Retail Training Program

Offered by New Friends and Neighbourhood Groups- Varsity Group

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138 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4Z4

In short

This program equips immigrant and refugee women with tools and strategies to enhance their employability in the retail sector. 11 weeks of in-class training.

Who it is for
Women, Newcomers and immigrants, Refugees
Where
138 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4Z4
Last verified
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About this service

This program equips immigrant and refugee women with tools and strategies to enhance their employability in the retail sector.

Program Details

  • 11 weeks of in-class training
  • 4 weeks of combined work experience and training
  • Training in retail vocabulary, customer service and numeracy
  • Certificates in Basic Food Safety and WHMIS
  • Computer training and equipment use
  • Canadian workplace preparation
  • Employment skills training

Eligible Clients

The project is available to immigrant women who are permanent residents, have no more than 12 years of schooling, have Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 4 and require support in obtaining meaningful employment.

Additional Project Information

The program offers three intakes a year

  • April - June
  • August - October
  • November - February

Work experience is offered in collaboration with retail businesses. Students are reimbursed for childcare and transportation costs.

How do I get in touch?

Call (403) 263-4414, email workplaceservices@ciwa-online.com, or use the website.

Phone
(403) 263-4414
Email
workplaceservices@ciwa-online.com
Website
https://www.ciwa-online.com/client-services/workplace-services/retail-training-program.html

Listed in Calgary, Alberta.

138 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4Z4

138 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 4Z4Calgary, Alberta

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