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EmploymentWorks Autism Nova Scotia
EmploymentWorks Autism Nova Scotia is a pre-employment skill-building program for post-secondary students and recent graduates.
Age / Life Stage:
18+
Locations:
- Halifax
- Sydney
Application:
Click here to fill out the EmploymentWorks Application.
Description:
EmploymentWorks Autism Nova Scotia is a pre-employment program for Autistic adults who have graduated from post-secondary education within the past 5 years, or are currently enrolled as a student. The program offers employment preparedness training and work experience.
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. The program involves classroom-style learning, hands-on work experience with local businesses, and one-to-one meetings with a member of our staff.
Cohorts are in-person and are capped at eight participants in Halifax and four participants in Sydney.
Contact:
Jeffrey O’Hara, Workforce Preparation Manager
johara@autismns.ca ● 902-706-7325
The EmploymentWorks Autism Nova Scotia program is made possible in Halifax and Sydney with the support of the Government of Nova Scotia.
