This document examines the issues and barriers associated with labour force development in after school recreation programs and identifies the promising practices that may assist in addressing them.
Methodology: A literature review of labour force development practices particularly in the area of after school programs was conducted. This included an examination of the current training programs at post-secondary institutions for child care workers, and a review of the incentive system implemented in Alberta to support the labour market needs of early childhood development and child care workers and interviews with key informants.
Additionally, interviews and a review of web-based information was completed examining two Alberta-based post-secondary institutions to determine the degree of youth-focused content that is provided in child and youth care courses, as well as other coursework that might prepare professionals for working in an after school setting.
Publication Date:
2011
Sponsor:
Alberta Recreation and Parks Association
