Career Information Hotline
The Career Information Hotline is an information service to help Albertans make informed career, education and employment decisions. Career advisors are available by telephone, e-mail and a website. This service is provided by Alberta Employment and Immigration.
Phone:
1-800-661-3753 (free from anywhere in Canada)
780-422-4266 (in Edmonton)
Fax:
780-422-0372
E-Mail:
On the Web:
Career consultants can help you with:
Career Planning
We can provide information to help you:
- determine your interests
- find out about your aptitudes
- recognize appropriate paths to become qualified
- be competitive in today's labour market
- follow a career planning path
- 'brainstorm' career options
Occupational Descriptions
We can provide occupational information in the areas of:
- descriptions
- duties
- working conditions
- skills required
- education/training requirements
- employment outlook
- general salary guidelines
Educational Options
We can help you discover the different options available for learning such as:
- returning to school full-time
- distance learning
- part-time courses
- apprenticeship
- the differences between a certificate, diploma, and a degree
- college and/or university
- technical schooling
Work Search Options
You can learn important tips and strategies in the following areas:
- resume writing
- preparing cover letters
- compiling a reference list
- marketing yourself
- preparing for interviews
- following-up leads
Educational Funding
We can provide basic information on student funding and where to apply for:
- student loans
- student grants/bursaries
- scholarships
- employment insurance training
Referrals
We can refer you for further help to a wide variety of organizations such as:
- Alberta Employment and Immigration service centres
- colleges, universities
- technical institutes
- private post-secondary institutions
- associations and societies
- municipal, provincial, or federal government offices
- learning councils
- community agencies
Modified: 2011-09-22
PID: 3155
