How long is the SCC program?
How much does it cost?
How will this program affect my Employment Insurance benefits?
How often does the program run?
Who is best served by this program and how will it benefit me?
What is your success rate?
Is there homework?
What types of support services are offered during and after the program?
How long is the SCC program?
The program currently runs for ten full days, from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm with lunch and coffee breaks. Participants are expected to complete the entire program to earn a certificate of achievement. If a participant must withdraw for health or other reasons there is an opportunity to re-apply for another program date.
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How much does it cost?
SCC is fully funded through the Canada - British Columbia Labour Market Development Agreement. There is no cost to those who are eligible to take the program.
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How will this program affect my Employment Insurance benefits?
Those individuals receiving EI benefits or who have had an EI claim in the last three years have priority in registering for the SCC program. If you are filling out report cards, you do not report this as a training program or a course, since it is assumed that you are still actively looking for work during this short ten day program. You will receive further information on the first day of class.
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How often do the sessions run?
There is one program each month.
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Who is best served by this program and how will it benefit me?
The SCC program mission is to equip professionals, managers and supervisors with the knowledge, skills and information they need to identify employment opportunities, with an emphasis on obtaining and renewing business contracts as successful consultants. You can expect to receive optimal support in three key areas: 1) technical skills and knowledge, 2) interpersonal skills and 3) consulting skills.
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What is your success rate?
Our records indicate that within 3 months of completing our program, close to 70% of our graduates are self-employed, re-employed; or go on to further training (i.e. technical, university).
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Is there homework at SCC?
Although there is no homework per se, participants are expected to participate fully each day and to contribute with their knowledge and experience. Participants are expected to develop oral presentations to deliver to the class. Also, participants will be required to write a brief executive summary of their future business. They will be assisted in this process.
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What types of support services are provided during and after the program?
Each participant who completes the program can expect to receive three hours of business consultation with a specialized business consultant(s) who is matched with the client's area of expertise to discuss what the graduate still needs to launch a successful business. There is ongoing mentoring and support for up to six months after completing the program. We have seen friendships and partnerships develop amongst the participants and an exchange of services and sub contracting opportunities occur after graduation. Participants are also welcome to take advantage of the office services (fax, Internet, telephone, photocopier) while attending the course. We also have a complete updated student directory which can be used for networking opportunities.
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