Education

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December 12, 2008

2009 Atlantic School

The next shool will be held May 21 – 24, 2009 at St. F.X. University in Antigonish, Nova Scotia.  Stay tuned for more information coming early in the New Year.

December 12, 2008

Over 70 members attended the Advanced Representation Skills course in the Atlantic Region this fall.  Courses were held in St.John’s, Charlottetown, Halifax and Moncton.  The emphasis was on skill development and how to thoroughly investigate problems and represent members on grievances.

August 27, 2008

What’s NEW in Education this fall?

The Advanced Representation Skills Course offered by each Regional Office

This training will provide extensive training to local stewards in order to enhance their abilities as effective union representatives.  The emphasis is on skill development; how to effectively recruit new members and encourage them to become active, how to keep members informed and interested in the union, how to organize members for workplace action and how to thoroughly investigate problems and competently represent members on grievances.

Check out your Regional Office education schedule for details.

Note:  The Advanced Representation Skills Course is equivalent to the Representation Skills Course.

April 15, 2008

PSAC Education Program

(Details)

Union Development Program (UDP)

Level 1 – September 29 to October 3, 2007 at the Holiday Inn in Dartmouth, NS

Level 2 – October 22 to October 26, 2007 at the Memramcook Institute, NB

Level 3 – December 1 to December 6, 2007 at the Holiday Inn in Dartmouth, NS.

Courses and Programs

PSAC Education Schedules

• Gander Region
• New Brunswick Region
• Nova Scotia Region
• Prince Edward Island Region
• St. John's Region

Joint Learning Programs

The PSAC-TBS Joint Learning Program (JLP) is a negotiated provision in the collective agreements covering PSAC members employed by Treasury Board. The program offers sessions on topics such as interpreting the collective agreement, union management consultation, anti-harassment and anti-discrimination. Contact the Atlantic PSAC JLP Regional Field Coordinators for further information:

Atlantic Region

Lynn Jones

Regional Field Coordinator

(Union/PSAC)

902-426-1879

jonesl@psac-afpc.com

Angela Léger
Atlantic Regional Field Coordinator
Phone: (506) 452-3241
Cell: (506) 440-3617
E-mail:legera@psac-afpc.com

PSAC Course/School Descriptions

Basic Program

The basic program consists of shorter courses and learning activities that members can take in their communities and workplaces, providing both members and new representatives with basic knowledge and skills.

Advanced Program

The advanced program builds on the knowledge and skills developed through union activity and the basic program.  Advanced courses are normally three days or more, and prerequisites are usually required.

The Atlantic School is union education at its best, offering several courses under one roof, as well as speakers and workshops. It is an opportunity for new and experienced activists to learn and network with others, and return to workplaces and locals educated and energized to work on behalf of the membership.

Sign up for Education

Your Local Education Coordinator or a member of the local executive can help you sign up for education. If you are unsure who to approach, contact your regional office for information. Some courses require the completion of a registration or application form. Depending on the activity, financial assistance may be available through allowances, reimbursement of expenses, subsidies or scholarships.

PSAC-Atlantic Education Committee

Visit the PSAC-Atlantic Council page for information on the role of the education committee, contact information and committee terms of reference.

Contact your representative on the education committee and review the committee's terms of reference.

Alliance Facilitators' Network (AFN)

Alliance Facilitators (AFs) are an important and vital part of our education program. AFs conduct information sessions or workshops, primarily at the workplace and in the local.

Regional Education Plan

All members are invited to comment on our 2007 - 2009 Regional Education Plan and provide suggestions on how we can better respond to the learning needs of the region.

2006 Education Budget

Contact the REVP, Regional Education Officer or your representative on the Education Committee.

Educational Resources

Use resources on current and emerging issues to educate, organize and mobilize. Use the list of commemorative dates to help you organize and plan educational events. Access tools on local development and representation. If you are participating in an upcoming course with a pre-course assignment, you will find it here.