Government of Prince Edward Island - Department of Workforce and Advanced Learning

AKA: Workforce, Advanced Learning and Population (former name)

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Provincial government department responsible for advancing economic and population growth, workforce development, and continuing education.

Shaw Building, 5th Floor, 105 Rochford Street, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8
Coverage Area: Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
October to May: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
June to September: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
English * Website available in French
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/topic/workforce-advanced-learning-and-population
deptwalp@gov.pe.ca

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Adult Education - Adult Upgrading Online Information

Provides information online about various ways adults who have not completed high school or have graduated without specific marks or credits can upgrade in preparation for post-secondary programs. Includes:

GED preparation
Acquiring credits that are prerequisites for post-secondary programs
Upgrade marks for admission to post-secondary
Complete requirements for the PEI High School Graduation Certificate for mature students (GED)

Canadian Adult Education Credential

A new high school equivalency program developed to replace GED tests. The CAEC is a reliable indicator of Canadian adults' level of educational achievement equivalent to Grade 12 diploma. Individuals who did not finish high school can register to take a series of five CAEC tests which, when successfully passed, allow them to receive a PEI Grade 12 equivalency diploma.

The following five subject areas are covered:

Mathematics
Reading
Social studies
Science
Writing

CAEC test outcomes and sample tests are available to review online.

Qualified candidates for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) can be exempt from writing a CAEC subject test since PLAE recognizes learning gained outside of the CAEC tests. Visit website for full details.

Accommodations are available to support candidates that are related to a medically diagnosed condition or extenuating circumstances. Visit website for full details.

Note: The GED will continue to be a recognized credential. For current GED holders, the credential remains valid and does not expire.

Employment Development Agency - Online Information about Employment Resources and Job Programs

Provides a list of employment resources and information about specific provincial government job opportunity initiatives offered by the Employment Development Agency, including:

Seasonal Job Registry
Registering for Jobs at WorkPEI
Seasonal Hiring Centre
Student Summer Employment Programs

Injured Worker Supports and Advice

Provides free supports to injured workers or their families who have filed a claim with the Workers Compensation Board (WCB). The service is independent of the WCB. Includes:

Information and guidance on options for people who are not satisfied with claims decisions
Assistance understanding decisions and requests for internal reconsideration
Support for those seeking internal reconsideration
Representation of workers appealing to the Workers Compensation Appeal Tribunal

Labour - File an Employment Standards Complaint

Employees or employers in non-union workplaces can file a formal complaint if they think their employer/employee has violated the PEI Employment Standards Act. The Chief Employment Standards Officer is responsible for reviewing such complaints.

Labour - Online Information about Employment Standards

Provides online resources to help employees and employers understand their rights and responsibilities under the Employment Standards Act and Youth Employment Act. Includes information about:

Wages and work hours
Special leave
Human rights
Sexual harassment
Workplace safety
Violations of the Acts

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