Teaching Approach: The program is planned as a facilitator-led course with a variety of presentation formats including panel discussions, lectures, group work, industry tours, role plays, etc.

Materials: The program package consists of a professionally-produced facilitator's guide with overhead masters and handouts, participants' guide, and either a video or laserdisc. Available for purchase at the above address.

Training leaders: One or two facilitators lead the program.

Evaluation methods: Learning is not formally evaluated. The program is formally evaluated through questionnaires.

Certification / recognition: Participants receive a certificate from Alberta Vocational College

• Administrative Details

Fees: Participants pay approximately $300 in registration fees.

Initial funding support from: National Literacy Secretariat, with an additional contribution from Alberta Advanced Education and Career Development

Funding support for: Program and materials development