This is a programme for those who are leaving or about to leave school with no positive destination planned.
The course includes: CV and Cover Letter Workshop, Health and Wellbeing Sessions, Interview Techniques, Guest Speakers and Workshops, Budgeting Skills, Fun and Engaging Activities including outdoor learning.
We offer support at the end of the programme to support your progression into further education. You can also return to school or go to alternative training providers.
What does the support look like?
This is a 6 week programme for young people aged 16 to 24 years old.
The programme runs 3 days per week.
What will I get?
You will get SQA certificates Working With Others and Problem Solving.
When
The programme lasts for 6 weeks.
The courses run twice a year and are scheduled to run just before summer and Christmas leave dates.
Where
Castlebrae Business Centre, 40 Peffer Pl, Edinburgh, EH16 4BB
What can I do next?
Progressions into Education or alternative training providers.
Address
Castlebrae Business Centre, 40 Peffer Pl, Edinburgh, EH16 4BB
Phone number
07971094887
Email
Gillian.bruce@actionforchildren.org.com
Website
www.actionforchildren.org.uk
What type of support?
Improving and developing skills / training
CV, job searching and interview support
Health and wellbeing support
Coaching and mentoring
Career progression and promotion
Who is the support for?
Affected by substance misuse
Currently am or have been in care
From ethnic minority background
Homeless or in temporary accommodation
Long-term health condition or mental health issues
