The Aspect SmallBusiness Employee Training Program (SBETP)is focused on helping small businesses to grow the potential of their lower skilled workers (growth employees) by providing them access to government funded training courses that are tailored to the needs of small businesses and their employee(s).
Program Details this pilot project has space available for 1,000 'growth employees' in British Columbia. Each eligible 'growth employee'' can access a maximum of $900 to be used towards training courses that are specific to the employer's needs. You and your employee(s) will meet with a training coordinator to determine what type of courses are required to help your employees grow within your organization. The training coordinator will fit your needs to appropriate courses. In addition, each eligible employee can receive up to 5 free online courses offered through the ASPECT Impact learning management system.
Benefits Providing training to your employees demonstrates your interest in their professional development and builds a motivated and committed team. A work environment that encourages training is a desirable place to work and will result in less absenteeism, lower turnover and interested job applicants Well trained staff make few mistakes and improvements to your business A well trained staff will be an asset as you grow your business and expand Training can increase the ability to adopt new technologies and methods
Eligibility Businesses with less than 50 employees Businesses who have employees who require additional training and who do not currently have certification
To discuss the program further, please contact: Drinda Tiveron, UFCW Twenty Four Seven Training Centre 604 523-5441, or dtiveron@ufcw247.ca
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