HOW TO OBTAIN RECOGNITION OF TRAINING AND SKILLS FROM THE QUEBEC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, RECREATION AND SPORT (MELS)

The recognition of vocational training and skills is based on a process in which adults obtain recognition—in the form of a diploma or certificate and based on a program of study—of the skills they have acquired through life and work experience.

Recognition of training and skills by MELS makes it possible for firms to

• Develop the potential of their teams;
• Train and further develop employees within the firm;
• Make investments in human resources cost effective;
• Enhance employees’ existing skills;
• Develop employee loyalty by recognizing employee skills; and
• Increase employees’ knowledge, self esteem and motivation in their jobs.

Recognition of training and skills makes it possible for individuals to

• Increase their chances of advancement;
• Improve their qualifications in order to keep their jobs;
• Increase their chances of finding a job;
• Decrease the amount of time allocated to training;
• Change careers more easily; and
• Obtain prerequisites for other courses.