The Program

What is EmploymentWorks?

EmploymentWorks is a proven program that offers employment preparedness training and support, combined with job sampling and hands-on or simulated work experiences to autistic youth, adults and persons with disabilities. The program is designed for individuals who want to enter or return to the workforce, and who are willing to develop and practice the skills necessary to support employment success.

It is currently offered in two formats: EmploymentWorks In-Person and EmploymentWorks Online. To learn more about each program, and which learning style may be a great fit for you, watch the short video below or click on the options further down.

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Program Options

EmploymentWorks

In-Person

EmploymentWorks In-Person combines classroom training with hands on experience via job sampling in real workplace settings.

EmploymentWorks

Online

EmploymentWorks Online is an eLearning program for individuals who enjoy the flexibility and convenience of learning at their own pace and schedule.

8+

Participating Agencies

1400+

Participants

600+

Employers

40000+

Job Sampling Hours


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Impact Stories

The program speaks for itself. Check out some of the EmploymentWorks impact videos below :
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Participant

Maureen shares her experience in the EmploymentWorks program and how it helped her prepare for her job as a prep cook with the Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Watch to hear more about her employment journey.
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Parent

Hilda describes the experience of the EmploymentWorks program for her daughter Jessica, and how it helped her to gain confidence, explore different areas of vocational interest and to develop and practice skills that she will be able to use throughout her life.
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Employer

Grant, a Sous Chef with the Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation describes the benefits of partnering with the EmploymentWorks program, and the opportunity it provides to help develop the skills of potential future employees and build industry capacity.