| The LiUNA and Skills Upgrading Report examines the
role of literacy and essential skills upgrading in supporting learners
preparing for apprenticeship training in construction and labourer trades. The
report summarizes research and learner interviews conducted to identify common
learning barriers, skills gaps, and supports that help pre-apprentices succeed
in training and employment pathways. It highlights the importance of
individualized literacy supports and partnerships between training providers,
unions, and literacy programs in improving apprenticeship readiness and
retention.
This report:
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Examines literacy, numeracy, and learning
challenges commonly experienced by pre-apprentices preparing for trades
training
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Highlights the role of individualized
assessments and learner interviews in identifying upgrading needs
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Describes educational and employment histories
and learning barriers that affect apprenticeship readiness
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Provides insights into how literacy upgrading
supports success in union training and apprenticeship programs ·
Identifies strategies for strengthening
partnerships between literacy programs, unions, and training providers
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Shares recommendations for improving skills
upgrading supports for apprenticeship candidates
The LiUNA and Skills Upgrading Report is available as
a downloadable research report that provides practitioner insights, program
recommendations, and evidence supporting literacy upgrading as a key factor in
apprenticeship success.
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