If you are:

1.   18 to 29 years old
2.   Living in Belleville, Deseronto, or Quinte West
3.   Not finished high school
4.   Interested in working in hospitality
5.   Ready to commit to a full year of training, job placement, and job coaching

Then Hospitality Plus! is right for you!

In this FREE program you will get:
  • a chance to upgrade your communication and money math skills
  • an opportunity to earn high school credits
  • fun field trips and hands on learning
  • job specific training for one of the following: room attendant, line or prep cook, front desk clerk, or food and beverage server
  • 9 months of on the job training with potential for emerit certification (click on the link for more info)
  • Smart Serve, Food Handler, and Service Excellence certificates
  • a $500 bonus upon completing 28 weeks of training
The Hospitality Plus program is full for this round.
Check back for future intake dates. 



What do we do?


CLA helps you to set a learning plan and build the confidence you need to reach your education and employment goals.
Join us for training that:
  • provides ongoing assessment
  • is self-paced
  • recognizes your learning style
  • is supported by helpful, experienced instructors
  • uses traditional and digital learning strategies
  • provides referrals to other agencies for your next step 



Supported Independent Learning

  • flexible schedules are available
  • work independently with regular instruction and support



Small Group Classes

  • provide specific skill development
  • 4 to 10 learners work with an instructor to learn skills for work, school, and life


Essential Skills for Work, Learning, and Life
"The Government of Canada has identified nine essential skills needed for the workplace. These skills are used in every job to varying degrees and at different levels of complexity. They provide the foundation for learning all other skills and enable people to evolve with their jobs and adapt to workplace change."

- from ABC Life Literacy Canada (click here to visit their site for clear definitions of the essential skills)