Apprenticeship programs give students the chance to combine technical training in the classroom with extensive, progressive on-the-job training.
This video, prepared by the Government of New Brunswick, offers practical advice for apprentices preparing for a block of classroom learning. It was produced by Outreach Productions - Integrated Creative.
This document offers a look at population trends, labour force statistics, and the participation of various groups in the labour force in the province of New Brunswick.
In 2013, Statistics Canada estimated that New Brunswick had a population of 756,050. According to the population model used in the preparation of this report, New Brunswick’s population is expected to peak at approximately 766,200 persons in 2032.
This document sets out a strategy for rebuilding the economy of New Brunswick by ensuring the availability of a skilled and globally competitive labour force.
This Quality Self-Assessment (QSA) Tool was developed by the Community Adult Learning Services (CALS) branch of New Brunswick’s Department of Post-Secondary Education Training and Labour (PETL). It is part of a commitment to quality assurance outlined in the province’s 2009 adult literacy strategy.
One priority identified in the adult literacy strategy released by New Brunswick’s Department of Post-Secondary Education Training and Labour (PETL) in 2009 was to ensure the quality and effectiveness of adult literacy programs.
In December 2009, New Brunswick’s Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour (PETL) published its adult literacy strategy for the province and, subsequently, developed a three-year action plan based on the strategy.
In December 2009, New Brunswick’s Department of Post-Secondary Education Training and Labour (PETL) published “Working Together for Adult Literacy: An Adult Literacy Strategy for New Brunswick,” which outlined strategic priorities in adult literacy and essential skills service delivery.
This document, released in December 2010, provides a summary of significant actions initiated during the preceding 12 months in support of the New Brunswick government’s adult literacy strategy.
This document outlines an action plan for implementing the adult literacy strategy prepared by the New Brunswick government and released in December 2009. That strategy focused on reducing barriers and increasing participation; increasing the range and number of learning opportunities; ensuring the quality of adult literacy programs; and strengthening partnerships to develop a strong adult literacy system.
This document provides an introduction to the New Brunswick government’s Workplace Essential Skills (WES) training program. The program was developed in collaboration with business, industry, community and labour organizations.