Certificate Training Programs
Join the CWB, in partnership with Labour Skills and Immigration Workplace Education Initiative (WEI) in two courses to help you get started and grow your business.
As part of our Certificate Training programs, you will have access to:
- information and resources to start, launch, and grow your business
- a collaborative group of women for peer support
- one-on-one support from an experienced facilitator
- dedicated time to spend on business planning and working towards your business goals
- week-to-week and ongoing accountability from facilitator and peer group members
Eligibility Requirements:
- This program requires a time commitment of 40 hours; please consider your availability and be aware of the dates and times before you choose to apply
- This is a virtual program, please ensure you have access to reliable internet and computer capability to participate each week
- All participants must be residents of Nova Scotia
- Each program may have additional specific requirements, see below
Fall 2025 Courses
Business Plan Fundamentals
Businesses with a written plan are more likely to be successful. A well laid out business plan helps the new entrepreneur focus on the steps needed to get started on their entrepreneurial journey and to make better decisions. It also helps the business owners clarify their business idea, develop the research to validate the market and prepare financials. For an established business, the business plan is a record of their plans which can be used to measure their success and create innovative plans for growth. The Business Plan Fundamentals program will program will enable the participants to take a deep look into their business idea and begin the process of developing a clear business plan. This program will also support those who start a business without developing that foundational plan.
Over a period of 10 weeks you will explore the business plan process – helping you develop and refine your business idea. By the end of this program, participants will have the tools needed to complete their business plan.
Learning Objectives:
- Develop a vision for their business
- Use market research tools to describe their industry, competitors and identify their target market
- Develop a detailed marketing plan
- Identify startup costs and prepare cash flow projections
- Develop an operations plan
- Increase confidence in their business management skills
Typical Participant:
- New to business
- Exploring starting a business
- 1-2 years in business but does not have a business plan
Dates:
- September 30, 2025 to December 9, 2025
- Tuesday Evenings: 6:00 -9:00 for ten weeks, online via zoom
New! Includes up to 1 hour 1:1 Consulting with Instructor
Instructor: Grace Temani-Chipudhla
With more than 15 years of experience in product development, strategy, marketing, and operations, Grace is eager to instruct with Workplace NS. Her background includes developing and delivering educational content in higher education for employers and employees, providing a strong foundation for engaging adult learners. Grace focuses on delivering practical insights and actionable skills in the courses, empowering participants to achieve growth and clarity in their businesses and workplaces.
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Finance Fundamentals Level 1
Start your journey in finance with Financial Fundamentals, the essential course for every business owner. This program covers key accounting terminology, basic bookkeeping, financial statement analysis, and government reporting requirements. By the end of the course, you will have the foundational knowledge to manage your business’s financials effectively and make informed financial decisions.
Learning Objectives:
- Define key accounting terms
- Identify essential financial tools
- Understand basic bookkeeping
- Analyze financial statements
- Comply with tax and government reporting
- Create budgets and cash flow projections
- Make more informed and better financial decisions about your business
Program Specific Requirements:
- Your business must have established revenue streams
- You have an established financial record-keeping system for your business
Dates:
- September 24, 2025 to November 26, 2025
- Wednesday mornings: 9:00-12:00, online via zoom
New! Includes up to 1 hour 1:1 Consulting with Instructor
Course Description:
Instructor: Lillian Hausgaard
Since founding Hausgaard Bookkeeping & Tax Services Inc. on January 20, 2022, Lillian has combined a unique blend of expertise and insight to bridge the gap between accounting and bookkeeping. With a background at one of the big 4 accounting firms, she recognized a crucial disconnect in the financial services sector. Accountants excel at presenting a business’s overall financial health, while bookkeepers focus on the intricate details. Lillian possesses a comprehensive understanding of both, providing clients with a holistic view of their financial landscape.
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