Training PEI - Adult Education funding program was developed to assist job seekers to gain the skills and education necessary to find and maintain employment. Adult Education (AE) refers to education below the post-secondary level. Financial support is provided to enable a job...
What is MELT? MELT stands for Mandatory Entry-Level Training. Effective August 5, 2024, all PEI drivers applying for a commercial Class 1 driver's license for the first time must complete entry-level training at a provincially licensed driver training school before attempting a...
As part of Prince Edward Island's commitment to public safety for all road users, the Province is introducing mandatory entry-level training (MELT) for applicants seeking a commercial Class 1 driver’s license for the first time. Effective August 5, 2024, Island residents applying...
Effective August 5, 2024, all drivers wishing to obtain a Class 1 driver’s license for the first time will be required to enroll and complete a Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT) course at a provincially licensed training school. Funding will be provided to assist individuals...
SkillsPEI works closely with a number of External Service Providers who assist unemployed and underemployed individuals to prepare for, obtain and maintain employment. To find out more information about this service, you can contact an External Service Provider in your area...
The Healthcare Priorities Pilot program was developed to assist job seekers gain the skills and education necessary to secure and maintain employment in a health-related priority occupation currently experiencing skill shortages in the province. The program will provide financial...
The Licensed Practical Nursing and Paramedic support program was developed as one of the initiatives to address the shortages within the healthcare sector. The program will provide financial assistance, including 100% tuition support for the school year to eligible individuals to...
Training PEI program was developed to assist job seekers to gain the skills and education necessary to find and maintain employment. Financial support is provided to enable a job seeker to complete a post secondary certificate or diploma program. Who is Eligible to Participate? If you are unemployed and lack the skills or education to find work, you are eligible to apply. You must be legally authorized to work in Canada (Canadian citizen or permanent resident); You must be out of high school for at least 1 year; You must have a current claim for Employment Insurance benefits; or You must have...
Workplace Skills Training is a program developed for employers to train new or existing employees to develop their skills and align with needs of the business. The employer determines the type of training and who will participate. Training must be short term and meet job-specific and incremental industry requirements of the organization. Training considered part of the organization's normal business operations will not be eligible under the Workplace Skills Training Program. SkillsPEI can contribute up to 50% of the direct training costs. You will be required to contribute the remaining 50%...