Cornwall Ontario — Tri-County Literacy Council, 101 2nd Street West, is pleased to offer a free 8-week Warehouse Worker/Material Handler training course, as qualified, job-ready workers (men and women) for this field are in demand at the moment.

Participants will learn the Essential Skills necessary to work in this occupation. Course topics include:

• Safety
• Tools of the Trade
• Report Reading
• Measurement
• and more

Learners also benefit from site visits to local warehouses and guest speakers.

The training is suitable for a variety of learners including those planning to enter the workforce for the first time, people changing careers, and individuals wishing to strengthen Essential Skills. There are nine Essential Skills at differing levels, identified by the Government of Canada, as necessary for success at home, work, and play. These skills are:

1. reading
2. writing
3. numeracy
4. document use
5. thinking
6. oral communication
7. working with others
8. digital technology
9. continuous learning

Classes will run Monday to Thursday 1 pm to 4 pm, starting Monday, September 8, 2014. Call 613-932-7161 to register today. Space is limited!