Local Education programs:
Vancouver Island University
Workplace Essential Skills and Training WEST Program -VIU (neurodiverse, cognitive and developmental disabilities). The program is specifically designed for neurodiverse students with developmental and cognitive disabilities and is designed to assist students’ development with the personal, interpersonal, and employment skills required to obtain and maintain employment. The overarching program goal is for students to gain the skills necessary to foster personal growth and independence. 2-year program offered at Nanaimo and Cowichan campuses.
https://www.viu.ca/programs/academic-career-preparation/workplace-essential-skills-and-training
VIU - Disability Access Services
VIU Accessibility Services provides information, support services, and reasonable accommodation to students with documented disabilities.
Building 255 (International building) second floor, 900 Fifth Street, Nanaimo, BC
Mid Island Elder Collage
Mid Island Elder College offers short, low-cost, general interest courses on a wide range of subjects – academic, arts-related, lifestyle, hobbies, current affairs… you name it! – to mature adults. We also convene a public lecture series on a timely and compelling theme, usually over a number of Saturdays. All our activities are inspired by the desire to share ideas and skills amongst like-minded souls.
250-797-9055
The Learning Clinic
TLC is a learning clinic that provides education assessment, planning and support for children and teens identified with dyslexia or a learning disability.
Phone: 250-591-0702
Email: contactus@tlcnanaimo.com
www.tlcnanaimo.com
Online Education Programs:
March of Dimes Canada Employment Services
SkillingUp is empowering Canadians with disabilities by offering free, online learning for beginner, intermediate, and advanced users, to help grow their technology skills and unlock opportunity.
SkillingUp provides clear training paths for specific tech and tech-enabled careers with in-demand soft skills and tech accreditation with Microsoft Certificates, and LinkedIn Learning certifications.
Skilling Up: Learn in-demand skills for our tech-enabled future
Community Futures BC - Entrepreneurial Development Programs for Persons with Disabilities
1-604-289-4222
https://www.communityfutures.ca/our-services/accessible-entrepreneurship
Assistance for entrepreneurs living with a permanent or episodic disability to help build and develop their business. Services include assistance developing a business plan, training, business advisory services, and access to financing opportunities.