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IDEAS UNCORKED ACCC 2013 Penticton, BC June 1 to 3, 2013. Knowledge Exchange on Immigrant Programs & Services June 3, 2013 1 – 2:15pm. Language. Government. Education. Community. Holistic Approach to Immigrant Programs & Services. FAMILY. Work. Social Connections.
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IDEAS UNCORKED ACCC 2013 Penticton, BC June 1 to 3, 2013 • Knowledge Exchange on Immigrant Programs & Services • June 3, 2013 • 1 – 2:15pm
Language Government Education Community • Holistic Approach to Immigrant Programs & Services FAMILY Work Social Connections
Skills Connect: A Holistic Model ‘MotivAction’ • Purpose / Mission • Vision • Goal • Holistic Approach to Immigrant Programs & Services
Language Programs English as a Second Language: • Literacy • Academic • Occupation Specific • Over 25,000 learners since 1975 • 1000/yr International Education • 500/yr Credit ESL
Employment Programs • Case Management • Career Planning & Job Search • Mentorship • Work Experience • Internships • Essential Skills • Practice Firm
ACCC Pre-Arrival Project Prepare newcomers to ease transition through awareness