Western Québec School Board Adult Learning Centres 2016-2017
Western Québec School Board The WQSB is proud to provide English language education to eligible students in the Outaouais, Pontiac and Abitibi-Temiscaming regions. Our headquarters is located in Gatineau, in the Aylmer Sector and we coordinate quality education in 13 elementary schools, 6 K to grade 11 schools, 2 junior High Schools, 4 High Schools and, 5 adult education and vocational training centres. 15 Katimavik Gatineau Québec J9J 0E9 Toll Free 1.800.363.9111 819.684.2336 Fax 819.684.1328 Last updated: June 23, 2016 3:26 PM
Hull Adult Education Centre Centre Director: Scott Cavers The Hull Adult Education Centre offers courses that allow students to complete their High School education, acquire academic upgrades, complete required prerequisites for vocational training and post secondary options. HAEC focusses on student success and preparedness. English Math French Physical Science Chemistry Physics Biology History Geography Career Choice & Job Search Computers Literacy Photoshop & Web design Economics Tutoring Community Kitchen Program Cafeteria Guidance Counselling Gym activities Field trips Student assemblies Complementary Very active Student Council Intra-mural sports activities Field trips Career Fair Trivia Night BBQs Community Literacy Day Multi-Cultural Luncheons Wellness Fair National Arts Centre theatre matinées Talent show fundraisers Tel: 819.595.1226 185, Archambault Gatineau, Québec J8Y 5E3 email: aehull@wqsb.qc.ca http://www.hulladulteducationcentre.com/ Twitter: @hulladulted To Know is to Grow Page 3
Maniwaki Adult Education and Vocational Training Centre Centre Director: Jennifer Dubeau The Maniwaki Adult Education Centre offers courses that would allow students to complete their High School diploma, acquire academic upgrades, complete required prerequisites for vocational training and post secondary. The centre also provides students with opportunities to acquire a DVS (Diploma of Vocational Studies) in Accounting and Secretarial Studies in a new blended program delivering that combines video conferencing and traditional classroom teaching. Math Science Social studies English French Computer studies Options SARCA services Flexible scheduling Part time and Full time studies Career counselling GDT, SSET Testing Workshops Guest speakers Events with community partners ex: curling club, community lunches and fundraisers Tel: 819.449.1731 265, rue Hill Maniwaki Quebec J9E 2G8 email: aemaniwaki@wqsb.qc.ca Page 4
Pontiac Continuing Education Centre Centre Director: Jennifer Dubeau This centre allows students to pursue both academic and vocational studies. Students can acquire their high school diplomas, pre-requisites for vocational or college/university programs, or do academic upgrading. Students can also pursue their DVS (Diploma of Vocational Studies). High School Courses Math, Art, Science, French, English, Physical Education, Social Sciences, Music & Computer Studies, Drama Vocational courses Accounting Secretarial studies Health Assistance and Nursing Assistance in Health Care Facilities Student support with links to community agencies SARCA Career Counselling Flexible Scheduling Part time and full time studies GDT, SSET testing Drop-in Centre Lunch hour workshops MusicMakers Graduation Guest speakers Career Fair Community potlucks Tel: 819.647.5605 89 Maple Street, P.O. Box 1500 Shawville Québec J0X 2Y0 email aepontiac@wqsb.qc.ca Page 5
Val D Or Continuing Education Centre and Community Learning Centre Centre Director: Debra Stephens The Val d Or Continuing Education Centre offers courses that would allow students to complete their High School diploma or receive prerequisites for vocational training and post secondary options. This is a vibrant centre that is currently growing their student body. It also houses the Val d Or Community Learning Centre. School Courses Math Science English Social Studies Options Computer studies French Vocational Courses Accounting Secretarial Studies Tutoring SARCA services Community Learning Centre Community Partnerships Video Conferencing Flexible scheduling Part time and Full time studies GDT, SSET Testing Lunch hour workshops Workshops through videoconferencing After school and weekend activities through the CLC Community events through the CLC as well as other community partners Community lunches Tel: 819.825.4135 Fax: 819.825.0011 980, 7th Avenue Val D Or Québec J9P 4P8 email: aevaldor@wqsb.qc.ca Page 6
Western Québec Career Centre Centre Director: Damian Curley Western Québec Career Centre s teachers and counsellors bring a wealth of expertise and experience from the field to their classrooms, labs and workshops which are invaluable and inspirational to our students. Graduates from the WQCC enter hospitals or care facilities, dealerships, government offices, or businesses as skilled, qualified and competent individuals, who are equipped with the expertise to further advance themselves in their career of choice. Programs Health Assistance & Nursing Automotive Mechanics Welding & Fitting Accounting Secretarial Starting a Business Residential and Commercial Drafting Industrial Drafting Home Care Assistance Assistance in Health Care Facilities Hotel Reception Career Counselling Individualized Schedules Resume Building Guidance Counsellor Tutoring SSET S GDT S GEDT S FSWEP CWB Welding Tickets ASP Construction Card E-learning Facility Rental for Businesses Pesticide Testing Distance Education Safety and Construction French Second Language Course BBQ s Assemblies Special Events Trivia Night Grad Celebration Adult Learners Week Career Fairs Christmas Family Day Winter Activity Day Intramural Ball Hockey Christmas Craft Sale Governing Board Student Council Tel: 819.684.1770 100 Frank Robinson Road Gatineau Québec J9H 4A6 email: wqcc@wqsb.qc.ca Transforming Knowledge and Skills into Careers Page 7