Trained on learner-centered techniques (learner-based and learner-paced), to promote creative thinking when tutoring; acceptance of two-way learning (tutor-learner and learner-tutor).

Basic Literacy Training

Geared towards basic training on all essential skills. Designed for learners who must learn again to read, write and use basic math skills. Tutors are recruited for one-on-one training.

Introduction to Computers

(12 hrs over 4 days)

Components of a computer and the windows environment are covered in this user friendly course.  Includes time spent on terminology, technology, computer maintenance, typing, and the use of the Internet.  A quick Introduction to office software programs are also included. (Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Introduction to Internet & Email

(12 hrs over 4 days)

Begin to understand how to search for information on the Internet and use different search engines.  Discussion of using information on the world wide web and the quality of information. Learn the differences of webmail based email programs (ISP and Internet) and MS Outlook.  You will have the opportunity to set up an email account using free web-based webmail where you can compose messages and manage your correspondence.

MS Word Beginner 2003 & 2007

(12 hrs over 4 days)

This is an introductory class to learn how to word process using Microsoft Word. 

You will learn the different uses of a Word document, basic formatting, selected template use (resumes), spacing, paragraph layout.
** Advanced courses can be offered upon special request.

MS Excel Beginner – 2003 and 2007

(12 hrs over 4 days)

Navigating the workbook; selecting cells and moving cells; calculations, functions and formulas; function arguments and specifying conditions; formatting, autocorrect and auto fill; using drawing tools and inserting graphics.

** Advanced courses can be offered upon special request.

MS PowerPoint: Introductory – 2003 & 2007

(12 hrs over 4 days)

Opening a presentation and changing views; using grids & guides; entering text and using Format Painter; formatting bullets & aligning text; using templates & slide layout; adding headers & footers & adding speaker notes; inserting shapes & adding text; formatting picture files; adding an object.

Decision Making Techniques

Learn techniques to help you with large and small decisions.  These include prioritizing, cultural aspects, cross- cultural workplaces and assessing personal-weighted value.

Conflict Resolution

Learn how to resolve conflict in an office.  Skills are developed to handle single and multi faceted conflicts as well as self care.

Job Survival Skills

Exploration of skills that are required in today’s job market:  computer use, multi-tasking, document composition/writing, productivity.  Time can be spent discussing different fields of work.

Time Management Skills

Evaluating and decision making skills are focused upon to help learners develop a system for managing time.  Cultural aspects of time management are also discussed.

Self Government

Including a glossary of terms.

Chiefs, Councils and their management teams are invited to participate.

First Language – Mother Tongue

Assisting First Nations to develop language programs

“Everyone loses if one language is lost because then a nation and culture lose their memory, and so does the complex tapestry from which the world is woven.”

Vigdis Finnbogadottir – President of --Iceland

To help in this area, YLS researched and identified the human resources available in the communities to assist others in their learning goals.

Mavis Beacon

This course assists learners to develop their computer typing.  You will be brought through various levels and exercises of the Mavis Beacon e-learning computer software.