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Portfolio Development Program

Woman  creating her professional portfolio
The Portfolio Development Program is free and available online across Canada to military and Veteran spouses as a joint venture between Military Family Services and the Trenton MFRC.

Customized for military spouses, discover an online, accredited, six-week program for jobseekers, students and entrepreneurs, and those in or considering career transition. Assess your experience, showcase your talents, and match your workplace skills to job market needs. 

Consider enrolling in this program if you are thinking about a career change, seeking new job opportunities, relocating or recently moved, applying for a promotion, starting a business venture, or augmenting your education.

Session 1: Career Exploration
Session 2: How to Showcase your Transferable Skills
Session 3: Documentation 101
Session 4: Branding Yourself - Narratives & Letters of Verification
Session 5: Resumes and Cover Letters
Session 6: Pulling the Pieces Together & Effective Presentation Skills

Upon completing the program, you may submit your portfolio for assessment and apply to receive a joint certificate from Loyalist College and Trenton MFRC.

For further details about the program, watch the optional Introductory Session  “Portfolio…Is it for you?” 

Duration

2 hours per week for 6 weeks (virtual).

Eligibility

Spouses/partners of Canadian Armed Forces members (Regular Force and Reserves) and spouses of Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces. 

Cost

Free

Registration

When registering, please ensure you are able to attend all six sessions. Registration for individual sessions is not permitted. 

Questions

Contact Elizabeth Nicholas, Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP), Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL), Certified Career Development Practitioner/Professional (CCDP) and Virtual Employment and Education Specialist at the Trenton MFRC.

Please be aware that sessions are not recorded. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and safe environment where everyone can freely and comfortably express themselves. Sessions may feature resource packages, breakout rooms, and open dialogue relating to the session topics.

Woman

Military Spouse, Halifax

“The course was absolutely amazing!!! This course was very inspirational, confirmed my step-by-step process for a career transition, and I'm happy to share that I've secured employment in the sector I was hoping to enter into :).”
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