Skills PEI - Training PEI - Healthcare Priorities Pilot Program

Provided by: Government of Prince Edward Island - Department of Workforce and Advanced Learning - AKA: Workforce, Advanced Learning and Population (former name)

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Provides financial assistance to eligible individuals to help them complete a post-secondary certificate or diploma and transition to sustainable employment in a health related priority occupation currently experiencing skill shortages in PEI.

Up to 70% of course costs are paid and students are are responsible for the remainder of the course costs. Further financial supports may be available while participating in training.

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Description:	Provides financial assistance to eligible individuals to help them complete a post-secondary certificate or diploma and transition to sustainable employment in a health related priority occupation currently experiencing skill shortages in PEI. Up to 70% of course costs are paid and students are are responsible for the remainder of the course costs. Further financial supports may be available while participating in training.
Eligibility:	Individuals who are unemployed, underemployed or self-employed and lack the necessary skills to secure sustainable employment and who are: -Legally authorized to work in Canada (Canadian citizen or permanent resident) -A protected person within the meaning of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act -Accepted to a post-secondary training program for Resident Care Worker, Practical Nursing (LPN), Primary Care Paramedicine, Advanced Care Paramedicine or the Accelerated Nursing Program at UPEI *Other criteria may apply
Fees:	Yes
How to Access:	Visit an Employment Assistance Service location to meet a case manager to complete a needs assessment before an application is submitted * Seewebsite for the locations
Documents Required:	-Completed Training PEI Application for Funding -Return-to-Work Action Plan -Resume -SkillsPEI consent form -Acceptance letter from the post-secondary institution -Proof of education
Language:	English
Website:	www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/training-pei-healthcare-priorities-pilot-program
Coverage Area:	Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island