WELCOME TO ACTI SELF-EMPLOYMENT AND BUSINESS TRAINING

The Self-Employment Program uses seasoned entrepreneur trainers to help Albertans make the transition from employment to business ownership. Through a combination of group sessions and personal coaching over a 26-week period this program gives students both the technical skills and the confidence to greatly improve their likelihood of success as they venture into the world of self-employment. This program is presented by entrepreneurs in partnership with and fully funded by the Government of Alberta with support from the Government of Canada. There is no cost to those who attend the program.

Next Start Date:

New dates pending -
please check back after July 4, 2022.

Coronavirus Notice

The Self-Employment Program is STILL BEING OFFERED but all training and coaching is provided online using Zoom video-conference software. The Zoom software is FREE to students however each student must provide their own computer with speakers, microphone, webcam and internet connection. While it’s possible to use Zoom on a smartphone or tablet, these devices are not practical for full-day interactive sessions with PDF handouts. A laptop or desktop computer is necessary. Program information is provided in a one-on-one phone call or by email with the Program Manager. No in-person service is available at this time.

YOU GET 10 weeks of group instruction and 16 weeks of Business mentorship

Most people start out as employees, and many will stay that way for their whole working life. But some find that they’re building someone else’s dream while they have dreams of their own. Or they learn that the loyalty they gave is not returned when they get laid off.

Without warning, people can find themselves unemployed in a job market where they’re competing not just with people in town but with people around the globe. Meanwhile, employers are trying to save every penny through cutbacks, outsourcing and automation just to stay competitive.

While some people try to find the “illusion of security” in another job, some decide it’s time to stop relying on an employer and learn how to start a business to create their own security.

But then they hear the gloomy stats about how most new start-ups fail costing the business owner time, savings and self-confidence.

There are many reasons why a new business fails but it often comes down to a lack of business training and coaching. People might think, “I’m a good graphic designer (carpenter, mechanic, bookkeeper, etc.) so I’ll start freelancing and if any business questions come up, I’ll just Google the answer! Or I’ll go to Chapters and get a book on entrepreneur training.”

Google is great IF you know the right question to ask, IF you ask the question before making a costly mistake, and IF you know which of the seventeen answers to trust!

The odds of business success improve dramatically with the help of business training and personalized coaching from credible entrepreneurs, especially during the 16 weeks mentoring phase of the program.

But most start-up owners are tight on cash and can’t invest in costly management consultants. And most are eager to get started now and can’t invest the time in a lengthy diploma program.

That’s where Anderson Career Training Institute (ACTI) comes in …

Why ACTI?

As the longest running Self Employment training program in Edmonton, ACTI has provided this government-funded business training to more than 1500 Albertans over a 24-year period helping them achieve their goal of starting and running their own business.

A major reason for the success of this program is the training team of over 18 entrepreneurs and business specialists. This ensures that the 10 weeks of online group training sessions are practical, relevant, and thorough.

Another reason is the 16-week mentoring phase where you receive personal coaching from an experienced entrepreneur as you take those crucial first steps in your business.

There is no cost to those who attend the program, and you might be eligible for other financial support while in the program to help with your living costs.