Experience Counts is a 16-week program for unemployed Saskatchewan residents who want to gain the skills, contacts and confidence needed to make a successful transition back to work. This program is designed for the mature worker; individuals over the age of 46 will be considered.
Sponsorship is available to cover fees and materials for eight weeks of classroom-based training where you will learn job search techniques, employability skills training and build fundamental computer skills. Following the classroom training, you will participate in eight-weeks of Professional Pathways, implementing and executing the skills learned in the classroom training. Professional pathways focuses on developing your individual action plan along with dedicated job search.
Upcoming intakes
The anticipated session dates for 2024-25 are:
- March 3 – June 20, 2025*
*Future sessions may be available virtually for individuals outside Regina (based on demand and available seats).
Program information
Overview
During your eight weeks of classroom-based training you will:
- Explore the four major aspects of life planning and career decision-making
- Assess your skills, interests, values and personal style
- Build fundamental digital/computer and keyboarding skills
- Develop the tools you need to conduct a successful job search, including a professional resume and interviewing skills
- Research the occupations and jobs that most interest you
- Participate in supported job search activities and basic career services
- Develop confidence in a supportive environment
- Explore hidden talents, personal interests networking with employers
You'll receive:
- Sponsorship available for program costs
- Textbooks and/or access to online course materials
- Bus passes or parking fees
- Living expenses
Experience Counts graduates may be found in a broad range of occupations and roles, from entry level to professional. The career you target will depend on your qualifications, skills, interests, and the opportunities currently available in your labour market.
Graduates of Experience Counts have worked in some of the following industries: Administration, finance, government, health care, labour, not for profit, public sector and retail.
Admission requirements
- Be unemployed or working less than full-time
- This program is designed for the mature worker; individuals over the age of 46 will be considered
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Be a Saskatchewan resident
- If English is your additional language, have at least a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 6
- Have attended an information session and completed pre-project assessments
Application process
- Experience Counts intake
- Register for and attend an information session.
- If you require additional information before registering for an information session, please contact us.
- Submit requested forms
- A resume, if developed
- English language proficiency requirements, if applicable
- Intake interview
- If you want to proceed with the application process after attending an information session, we will contact you to arrange an intake interview.
Information sessions
The in-person information sessions are intended for participants located in Regina and surrounding areas.
- There are no information sessions scheduled at this time.
Contact us
Please call 306-775-7467 or email career.enhancement@saskpolytech.ca.
- Career Enhancement is an enhanced career bridging program.