Preparing People for Employment
The Foundation Training Program is focused on preparing participants for employment in retail customer service and hospitality-food service sectors. Participants are in a classroom setting in a small group with an instructor experienced in developmental services, job coaching, social enterprises, customer service and hospitality services.
The program runs three-days a week (two days in a classroom, and one day at a co-op placement).
Co-op placements are with our social enterprises, providing hands-on training at The Coffee Shed, Lemon & Allspice and CleanABLE locations.
Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the program.
Learning Modules Include: Goal Setting, Time Management, Communication, Teamwork and Group Dynamics, Managing and resolving conflicts, Workplace Etiquette, Resume Writing, Interview Skill building, Customer Service and Math & Money Skills and more.
Program Criteria:
- Must be referred by the DSO. Contact DSO directly to request to participate in our program Homepage | DSO
- Adults 18+
- Basic computer skills and knowledge
- Basic literacy and communication skills
- Motivated in obtaining employment
- Ability to work well in a group
- Ability to work well in a classroom and business environment
- Interested in learning new skills.
Program Language: English
The Foundations Training Program is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services.
Contact Information
Andrea Di Caro-Bent
Program Coordinator
Phone: (416) 421-7117 ext. 703
Email: foundations@commongroundco-op.ca
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