The Health Care Matters: Common Care Training Program is a pre-employment program designed to prepare job seekers for careers in the health care sector. The training has been designed in cooperation with local employers to better meet their anticipated hiring needs. The program includes job-specific, technical, essential, and soft skills training. Local health care employers have provided input into the training curriculum and are directly involved in both program design and delivery.
Program Overview
Program Details (Subject to Change)
In class/virtual training will run September-November 2022. Staff will also work with you to secure an experiential learning opportunity in the sector as well as arrange for certifications.Training Hours
This is a short-term, full-time program. Approximately 30-40 hours per week, over 8 weeks. We are currently finalizing the schedule but participants should be available to participate in classes weekdays, weekends and evenings. A course schedule will be provided prior to the start of training.Cost
There is no cost to participate.Location
The majority of training will occur virtually over Microsoft Teams, however in-person training is anticipated to take place in Sault Ste. Marie. Employment opportunities and connections will be available in various locations and based on the needs of employers.
- Eligibility Requirements
Designed to assist individuals in obtaining higher skill levels and maintain longer-term employment in the health care sector. Participants must meet the following eligibility requirements:- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident)
- Must be unemployed, working less than 20 hours per week, or living on low household income
- Must not be currently enrolled in school or returning to school in the fall
- Must have an interest in working in the health care sector
Recommended
- High school diploma (highly recommended but not strictly required)
Minimum Requirements Needed for Online Training
- Computer or laptop
- Access to Internet
- Speakers and Microphone
- Email Address
- Webcam
- Quiet Space
- Designated Time
Who can I contact for more information?
Carolina Germanili, Employment Consultant
Employment Solutions, Sault Ste. Marie
Phone : 705-945-0705 ext. 4259
Email: carolina.germanili@saultcollege.caCarla Park, Employment Consultant
Employment Solutions, Blind River
Phone: 705-542-7406
Email: carla.park@saultcollege.ca- Application Process
- Click here to apply online
- Attend a virtual video Interview with an Employment Consultant.
- Complete an aptitude exploration and eligibility assessment, to assist with service planning.
- Frequently Asked Questions
I’m on EI. Am I still eligible for this training program?
Individuals accessing Employment Insurance, Ontario Disability or Ontario Works are encouraged to apply.Are persons in Canada on a student permit or a work permit eligible to take part in this program?
No. Unfortunately, at this time participation in the project is restricted to persons who are Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents, or who hold refugee status.How will Health Care Matters: Common Care program help me succeed in the health care sector?
Employment Solutions works with employers in our region to understand their current and upcoming hiring needs as well as assist in succession planning. Employers seek employees with both technical and essential skills that match their job requirements, but are having a difficult time finding suitable candidates. The Health Care Matters: Common Care program will provide valuable training for job seekers to be successful in obtaining these positions.- Information for Employers
How will this project serve the health care sector?
The project supports participating employers and workers through:- Sector-focused work-force development in all aspects of delivery, including skills training and pre-employment, employment, and post-employment services
- Hiring, onboarding and retaining employees and responding to employer skills requirements in the local economy
- Succeeding and advancing in employment
Who can I contact for more information?
Employer inquiries related to the Health Care Matters project, please contact:Erin Ingram, Workforce Development Coordinator
Phone: 705-941-8410
Email: erin.ingram@saultcollege.ca
