IN THE old days you went to school —
then closed the books and entered the
workforce. But today the workforce is
changing so quickly that one set of
skills won't last forever.

Most people can expect to switch often
between jobs, between employers, and
between careers.

That means adults never really finish their
schooling.

You will have to keep learning throughout
your working life — to apply old skills in
new ways, to develop new skills, to keep up
with demand in a changing job market.

' Back to SETI ON

Training is is an investment in your own future

Your ticket to the future

Training and skills will help you survive
in today's job market, but they will do a lot
more. They are the key to moving ahead, the
key that may open career doors.

If you've got the right skills, the opportu-
nities are waiting.

Despite high unemployment, skilled job
opening exist even today, and too few pco-
ple have the right skills,

Canadian businesses are hurting because
they can’t find qualified people to do the
work that needs to be done.

Some examples are: systems analysts,

B.C.R.M.T.A.

WHAT - is the B.C. Registered Music Teachers As=~siation?

The North Shore Branch of the British Columbia Registered Music Teachers’ Association was
formed in 1968 in order to promote a high standard of musical education, Association members

’ are actively involved in enhancing the musical and cultural life of our community. Our aim is to
continue the high calibre of music instruction on the North Shore.

WHO. are we?

We are about 80 local private teachers. Our names and individual Specialities can be found by

contacting our branch representatives

CHARLOTTE GRUNDIG

987-6565

GILL SPENCE
922-2537

Look for the letters R.M.T. after a teacher’s name which indicate he or she is a registered

teacher.

WHAT - do we teach?

Piano, Harpsichord, Organ, Viclin, Viola Cello, Guitar, Voice, Theoretical Subjects, Woodwinds;
- also the Suzuki, Kodaly/Orff and Pace Methods.
We also encourage students to participate in local music festivals, monthly recitals and Royal
Conservatory of Music (Toronto) and Western Board Exams.

as well

Our Yamaha grand piano is available to our teachers for recitals, festivals and is used for the

North Shore Examination Centre.

and

We offer our members the opportunity to upgrade their skills by participating in workshops and
master classes, presented by prominent clinicians.

WHY - should you have a Registered Music Teacher?

You are ensured of a high quality of teaching on an individual level. All our members hold a
recognized music degree or diploma from an accredited university or conservatory. Our
standards demonstrate a high level! of musical ability and education, as well as a professional
approach to performing and teaching. You or your child will develop good musical habits from
the beginning, making the learning process enjoyable and the results productive.

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There are examples like these across the -

country, yet employers must turn away unem-
ployed people who aren't qualified to fill the
vacancies.

Invest in your future

Think of the time you spend on training
now as an investment — one of the smartest
investments you will ever make. With the
way our economy is changing today, up-to-
date skills are an investment in yourself.

In Support of
Music Excellenice

If you are out of work, check out the local
training and skill development programs. Ask
at the local Canada Employment, Centre,
school districts, or at Capilano College. In
some cases, you may qualify for financial aid
to help you get the skills you need.

If you have a job, make sure you know
where that job is going. Keep up with new
developments in your occupation, find out
what skills you need in the years ahead.

If your employer has a training program,
get involved. If there’s no training program at
work, tnaybe you can help get one started. If
that’s not possible, start thinking about get-
ting training on your own.

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