Foundation Learning is a programme designed to help young people aged 16-18 into jobs, work based learning and college. The programme is tailored to the individual young persons needs, and has three main elements to it.
- Element 1: Personal & Social Development
- Element 2: Vocational Skills
- Element 3: Functional Skills
The Foundation programme at St.Thomas’s Community Network is designed within a friendly, welcoming atmosphere to give young people the opportunity to grow and develop their skills and take control of their lives.
“many of the young people who come to us have other problems such as drug or alcohol abuse, or they may be disadvantaged by other circumstances such as homelessness, health problems or family issues. Consequently we work closely with their personal advisors and professional counsellors, drug rehabilitation organisations, family support units and youth services to help them address their problems” Trevor Campbell (14-19 Co-ordinator)
Topics Covered
- Self Esteem
- Time Management
- Job Search & Interview Techniques
- Team & Confidence Building
- Equal Opportunities
- Healthy Living & Eating
- Alcohol & Drug Awareness
- Health & Safety
- Sexual Health
- Budgeting & Money Management
Qualification Opportunities
- Functional Skills ( English, Maths, ICT)
- Hairdressing Level 1
- Employability & Personal Development Level 1
- Personal Health, Finance and Sex Education
- ITQ Level 1
The learners have the opportunity to gain experience in their chosen careers by doing work placements at local companies.
As part of the personal and social development learners are taken on various educational and motivational trips along with a residential activity holiday which aims predominatly on team and confidence building skills. There are informative talks from outside agencies such as, Brook Advisory Clinic, DEAL, The Police, Youth Offending Services, Connexions and other training providers.
For details contact: Trevor Campbell on 01384 818990.
