Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks?
At a time when the province is growing at record paces, jobs are plentiful and opportunities lie around every corner. For some, that may mean advancing education or learning a skill to secure a new path in life. Because as Saskatchewan residents we have the support networks to advance if we so choose - regardless or our age - it's a reason to celebrate.
March 29 to April 6 has been named Adult Learners Week (ALW) in Canada and in Saskatchewan. The week promotes the importance of enhancing educational opportunities for the people of the province.
"The Government of Saskatchewan recognizes the value of adult education, the connection between learning to earning and what it means to our robust economy," Advanced Education Minister Rob Norris says. "As part of the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth we expect to add 60,000 more people to our workforce by 2020. We have provided a record investment of $5.5 billion in post-secondary education so that adult learners and others can receive the training needed to participate in our dynamic labour market."
Saskatchewan's post-secondary system, says Norris, provides inclusive programming for adult learners to begin, continue, or enhance academic studies and training. In 2014-15, the Government of Saskatchewan is investing $25 million in Adult Basic Education (ABE) and foundational skills programs in Saskatchewan. This will increase the number of ABE training seats to 8,580. The 2014-15 budget also provides $31 million through the Provincial Training Allowance for living allowances and child care for adult learners in ABE and short-term skills training programs.
Adult Learners Week is celebrated in many countries around the world, let's take this opportunity to join them! If you want to grow, the chances are there!
