On-the-job training

On-the-job training is a hands-on method of teaching the skills, knowledge, and competencies needed to perform within the workplace. It provides technical skills for particular jobs, as well as skills that are transferable to multiple roles and industries.
Correctional Service Canada (CSC) offers on-the-job training to offenders through a variety of employment assignments, for example:
- CORCAN sites
- food services
- institutional services, and
- grounds and building maintenance
They develop their knowledge and abilities during employment assignments. This teaches them how to effectively do a more specific job while also gaining essential and technical skills that are transferable to other employment types. Through employment assignments offenders also have an opportunity to practice their skills.
Vocational Certificates may compliment on-the-job training. They may also act as stand-alone training courses related to a variety of industries.
At CORCAN sites, offenders learn in an environment that is comparable to the private sector. There, they can continue to learn through on the job while also apply the knowledge and skills obtained during their technical and essential skills training.
CORCAN areas of specialization
CORCAN offers on-the-job training through its:
Through these CORCAN operated on-the-job training sites, offenders may take part in on-the-job training in various domains, including:
- cabinet making
- furniture production and assembly (freestanding and systems)
- custom wood product manufacturing
- metal product manufacturing
- mechanics
- carpentry
- welding
- electrical
- plumbing
- design using computer programs such as AutoCAD
- specialized machinery including computerized numerical control (CNC) machine and edge bander operation
- textiles design and production
- tent and tarp making [sewn/radio frequency (RF) welding]
- vehicle refurbishment
- laundry services
- building services
- modular, ready-to-move, and on site infrastructure
- renovation
- grounds maintenance, horticulture, and landscaping
- auto repair
- printing and engraving
- electronic assembly
- upholstery
- administrative and customer service
- inventory and warehouse management
- shipping and receiving
- crop production
- livestock care
- beekeeping
CORCAN Community Industries offer offenders under community supervision training opportunities and transitional employment if they cannot immediately get regular employment upon release.
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