ESMV Learning Network offers Adult Learning Programs, CAEC prep classes, employability and skill-building workshops, digital literacy courses, and so much more! Did you know that all of our programs and classes are FREE? Our classes run from September to June and you can start at any time. Flexibility is our middle name!
Start Date: Any time between September and June.
Locations: Sheet Harbour, Middle Musquodoboit, Musquodoboit Harbour, Porter’s Lake.
The Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) is a new high school equivalency program developed in collaboration with provinces and territories across Canada. The CAEC provides Canadian-made education credential that meets industry standards as a replacement for General Educational Development (GED). The CAEC will provide a reliable indicator of Canadian adults’ level of educational achievement for employers, post-secondary institutions and others. Passing GED test scores from the 2002 Canadian GED Test Series will be recognized for test exemption (and count towards the new assessment) until May 2027. A maximum of 4 subject tests may be exempt. Nova Scotia will start CAEC testing in Summer 2024.
You can take the CAEC tests if you:
live in Nova Scotia
do not already have a GED or high school diploma
are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, permanent resident applicant with a work permit or protected person as defined in Section 95 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
are 18 or older
are not currently in school
There are 5 CAEC tests. The subjects are:
writing
math
science
social studies
Because you are worth it! Achieving your CAEC, or continuing your education, can increase your confidence, self esteem and your pay wage. Invest in yourself!
Try something new. If you’re tired of doing the same old thing, education can open doors for you. Follow your dreams!
Set a good example. Children learn and do what they see. Help your kids to continue learning and to value education by showing them that you do too!
Start Date: Any time between September and June.
Locations: Sheet Harbour, Middle Musquodoboit, Musquodoboit Harbour, Porter’s Lake.
Square One is our digital literacy program designed for those with little to no computer experience. Whether you have your own device or need to use one of our classroom laptops or iPads, this program provides a welcoming space to learn the basics at your own pace. We cover essential topics such as setting up email, exploring the internet safely, understanding common computer terminology, and getting familiar with the names and functions of hardware and software. No prior knowledge is needed—just bring your curiosity!
Start Date: Any time between September and June.
Locations: Sheet Harbour, Middle Musquodoboit, Musquodoboit Harbour, Porter’s Lake.
Tech Connect is a digital skills program focused on building proficiency with essential workplace apps. Whether you’re new to tools like Google Workspace, Canva, Zoom, ChatGPT, or Office 365, or looking to improve your existing skills, we offer beginner to intermediate level courses that can help you feel more confident and capable in a modern work environment. Join us to enhance your digital toolset and stay connected in today’s digital world.
Start Date: September, January, April (specific dates depend on location)
Locations: Sheet Harbour, Middle Musquodoboit, Porter’s Lake.
This fun and innovative 12-week program is designed to increase your digital knowledge by using Chromebooks and other devices and introduces adult readers to audiobooks, and e-readers while exploring culture, history, travel, current events, food, and more through the lens of the selected books. The group will also get to try new recipes together, eat, journal, chat, and share. Print copies of the books will be available as well.
Start Date: Held once monthly from October to May.
Locations: Sheet Harbour
Our STEAM Adventure Lab is a monthly hands-on learning experience where children and their grown-ups become scientists, builders, inventors, artists, and problem-solvers for the day.
Each session features a new adventure filled with Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics through fun experiments, creative challenges, building activities, stories, art, music, and plenty of opportunities to get curious. There’s no sitting back and watching, families learn by doing, making, testing, and wondering together.
Start Date: Any time between September and June.
Locations: Sheet Harbour
Stories & Crafts is a fun, hands-on program for children ages 3–5 and their grown-ups, where every session brings a new story to life through creativity and play.
Each week, families will enjoy engaging stories followed by simple crafts, creative activities, songs, and opportunities to talk, imagine, and explore together. Children can create their own characters, build something from the story, make art, or use their imagination to continue the adventure.
Along the way, children naturally build language, listening, communication, and early literacy skills while grown-ups discover simple ways to encourage learning through everyday activities.
