by Peel Adult Learning Centre | Aug 23, 2021 | Blog, Employability Skills
It’s a given that one of the biggest bonuses of working in customer service is that you get to work with people everyday. But are there any other benefits? We’ve listed 5 of our favourites here: 1. Learn how to communicate really well. Working in a...
by Peel Adult Learning Centre | Jul 26, 2021 | Blog, Employability Skills
If you’ve been feeling stuck in your job, perhaps you’ve been thinking about your ideal career and what that looks like. Have you ever stopped to figure out what you want to get out of your future career? The answer usually isn’t just “an income.” We all have dreams...
by Peel Adult Learning Centre | Feb 3, 2021 | Academic Skills, Blog, Employability Skills, Virtual Learning
How can you stay motivated when learning moves online? In the classroom, you are physically present with an instructor to engage you in the subject and other adult learners to socialize with. When it’s just you, your room, your laptop, and a zoom call, sometimes you...
by Peel Adult Learning Centre | Jan 10, 2021 | Blog, Employability Skills
We know that last year was a challenge for a lot of people on many levels. The key to bringing in a new year with a brighter outlook lies in your goal setting strategy. Do you have one? Perhaps you’ve been thinking about getting a better job or going back to school? ...
by Peel Adult Learning Centre | Dec 24, 2020 | Blog, Employability Skills
So you’ve got some basic computer skills and have just learned how to create simple formulas in Excel, and you’re wondering…..”Do I need to continue to build my Excel skills to the next level?” To find the answer to this question, you only need to look around you to...
by Peel Adult Learning Centre | Oct 26, 2020 | Academic Skills, Employability Skills
Reading comprehension skills demonstrate the ability to accurately interpret and analyze written information. You need well developed reading skills for the GED test and college entrance tests, but they are very helpful in the workplace as well. They play a role in...
