1. YWCA Admin Essentials
Supporting women
to find employment in
office administration.
Master the art of office
administration with
YWCA Admin Essentials.
Get the training, hands-
on work experience and
the certification you need
to secure sustainable
employment with this
12-week program.
YWCA Metro Vancouver is a registered charity providing a range of
integrated services for women and their families, and those seeking to
improve the quality of their lives. From early learning and child care to
housing, health and fitness, employment services and leadership, YWCA
Metro Vancouver touches lives in our communities.
YWCA Admin Essentials
403-535 Howe Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 2Z4
tel 778 379 2148
adminessentials@ywcavan.org
ywcavan.org/adminessentials
HELPING YOU
FIND MEANINGFUL
EMPLOYMENT
“This was an amazing
opportunity for me to
upgrade my skills and get a
job. Finally, I am feeling at
home in Canada!”
-ADMIN ESSENTIALS PROGRAM PARTICIPANT
We train you to excel in a
variety of administrative
positions, including:
• Office Support Worker
• Administrative Assistant
• Administrative Officer
Funding provided by the
Government of Canada
through the Canada-British
Columbia Job Fund.

2. Training
Get the training you need to secure sustainable
employment in office administration.
• 3 weeks of hands-on, in class training
in essential skills targeted toward
administration positions
• 2 weeks of Microsoft Office and office
administration training
• 8 days of job search training and certifications
including First Aid and WorldHost Customer
Service
• 3 weeks of job search workshops, including
resumé and cover letter writing, networking,
social media marketing (LinkedIn) and
interview skills
Practicum
3-week work practicum with local employers and
placement services to assist participants in finding
suitable employment.
follow-up
12-week follow-up after program ends.
• No fee to participate
• 9-week skills training
• 3-week professional practicum
• Follow-up support for an additional 12 weeks
• In-demand professional certifications
• Access to other YWCA program supports
Certification
• On Track computer and administrative
training modules
• Douglas College Essential Skills
Certification
• WorldHost
• First Aid
Additional YWCA supports
Participants will also have access to
additional YWCA services and resources,
such as:
• YWCA Health & Fitness Centre
• Emergency housing
• Legal support
• Volunteering opportunities
• YWCA Thrift Store vouchers
• YWCA Bursaries
• YWCA violence prevention workers
• Transit supports (e.g. bus passes)
program highlights
Get in touch to learn more:
778 379 2148 / adminessentials@ywcavan.org
YWCA Admin Essentials is
a FREE 12-week program
that prepares women for
sustainable employment
in office administration.
We provide you with
relevant administrative
and technological skills
to meet the demands of
current and emerging
business environments.
You are eligible to participate in YWCA Admin
Essentials if you are:
• Unemployed, and able to participate in a
full-time program and practicum
• Currently not receiving Employment
Insurance / have not received Employment
Insurance in the last three years
• A Canadian citizen, permanent resident or
confirmed refugee status
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Living in the Lower Mainland/Southwest
British Columbia
Eligibility