Employees bring a wide range of strengths, experiences, and abilities to the workplace. Sometimes, however, an employee may face challenges with foundational skills that affect their confidence or ability to perform certain tasks. Recognizing these challenges early and connecting employees with the right support can improve productivity, increase retention, and help employees succeed in their roles. 

Some signs that an employee may benefit from skills upgrading include: 

• Difficulty using workplace technology or learning new systems  
• Challenges understanding written instructions, forms, or safety procedures  
• Trouble completing tasks that involve measurements, calculations, or data entry  
• Hesitation when communicating with coworkers, supervisors, or customers  
• Avoiding training opportunities or expressing low confidence in their abilities  

These challenges can affect employees across all industries, including manufacturing, retail, healthcare, hospitality, construction, and transportation. 

Get SET programs help adults strengthen essential workplace skills in areas such as reading, writing, math, computer use, and communication. Programs are designed to meet learners where they are and can often be tailored to individual goals and workplace needs. 

Supporting employees through skills upgrading can lead to stronger performance, increased confidence, and greater opportunities for growth within your organization. 

At the Network, we work with service providers across Peel, Halton, and Dufferin to connect employers and referral partners with local skills upgrading programs. We help organizations identify the right support for their employees and make the referral process simple. 

If you think an employee could benefit from skills upgrading, contact us to learn more about the programs available in your community.