ICS Canada News | September 2009

I would like to start off by saying that this Teacher Aide Program was the best thing I could have ever done for myself. I finally completed something in my life. I am 38 years old and have three children, two of whom are autistic. I am always on the go. Up until a year ago, I was working full-time at a dead-end job. I have many years experience in the customer service industry but was going nowhere fast. I finally had my wake-up call when I attended a career planning class and learned that I was more suited to either do emergency response or education. Both shocked me, but I figured I would give education a try. I went online and discovered ICS Canada. So, I enrolled that night and got started right away. I finished six months and two days after
I enrolled, and I finished at an 84% average. I have since started my practicum at my kids’ school, and I will be finished soon. I have also recommended this program and the school to other people who are wondering what to do to improve their lives. I walk around with a smile now because I know I am making a difference in both my life and the lives of the kids I see everyday. Even my children see a change in their mom.
Thanks again, ICS Canada.

New CERTIFICATES Announced

We have launched several new online Certificates including Fitness and Nutrition Certificate, Animal Care: Dogs Certificate, and Animal Care: Cats Certificate.
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How to Nail the SECOND INTERVIEW

Once you’ve been called back for a second job interview, it may be tempting to think you’ve got it, but an article on Monster.com suggests there’s still work to do. What is it about you that makes them consider you for the job? Why are you the right candidate? They may want to know more about your personal skills and interests to see if you fit in with the team, or they may want to see how you handle pressure. Expect more open-ended or challenging questions about your experience. Be prepared with examples in your head about projects you have managed and challenges you have met. A second interview is also an opportunity for you to address your own second thoughts or unanswered questions about the job or the workplace culture. Do you really want to work for these people?
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ICS Moms on Flickr®!

Become part of our ICS Canada mom’s community on Flickr®! Meet your classmates. Share recipes, study tips, and support one another while you attempt to achieve a delicate balance between being a mom and a student!

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Tell Us YOUR Story

ATTENTION GRADUATES! There is no one better qualified to encourage other students than someone who has personally experienced and met the challenges of distance learning. Many students need inspiration, motivation, and support to enrol and to continue with and complete their studies. If you want to be featured in an upcoming issue of ICS Canada News, then email your story, photos, and videos to: Jim.Healey@icslearn.ca.We would love to hear from you.

Have YOU MOVED Recently or CHANGED YOUR Address?

If the answer is yes, it’s easy to check and update your personal information. Doing so will avoid unnecessary delays receiving important communications and shipments, including your course materials. Simply log on to login.icslearn.ca, click on Student Login and enter your User Name and Password. From your student homepage, click on the “My Student Account” tab, then select “Update My Personal Information” and/or “Update My Email Address” under the “Change Information” section. Check all of your personal information and make any corrections or changes that need to be made. Once you do, your student account will be updated immediately.

Looking for EMPLOYEES

Does your company have jobs to advertise? ICS Canada will post job openings at no charge to our current students and recent graduates. Send to: JobPostings@icslearn.ca.