Life Skills

Life Skills is a well researched model of experiential learning.

Through a group or individual process, Life Skills promotes self awareness and effective interpersonal communication resulting in enhanced self confidence and empowered choices for the individual.

The Vision

To become a national leader in promoting public awareness about the benefits of Life Skills and the value of Professional Life Skill Coaches within our Society.

The Mission

AAPLSC supports and enhances the professional development of Life Skills Coaches, setting standards for excellence and promoting life management skills in the community.

Objectives

1. To support Life Skills Coaches in strengthening their advocacy, counseling skills, program development and delivery skills through professional development opportunities.

2. To provide Association Members and employers of Life Skills Coaches with a standard Code of Practices.

3. To provide a network of support and resource sharing among Life Skills Professionals via formal and informal liaisons.

4. To promote public awareness of the practice and value of Life Skills Coaching that is based on the Saskatchewan New Start Model.

5. To liaise with educational institutions that develop philosophies and practices which reinforce Life Skills Coach training programs.

6. To advocate on behalf of Life Skills Coaches regarding training, internship and employment.

7. To develop a set of standards for agencies that request Life Skills Coach interns completing their group certification.

8. To create an employment resource list for Association Members.

9. To facilitate the process through which Certified Life Skills Coaches become Accredited Trainers.