Our youth training programmes are aimed primarily at 16-19 year olds, currently not in training, or in education or employment(NEET). Our aim is to move them forward, providing them with the skills and qualifications they need to progress towards entering the workplace and contributing positively to their communities.
There are a number of courses available covering a wide skills base and each course has its own tailored training facility, ranging from our 15,000 sqft Building Skills Academy to our fully equipped Hairdressing salon.
If you are aged between 16-18 you can access any of these
courses FREE of charge*. You will have the chance to gain real
qualifications and our support staff will help you achieve your
potential.
On your course it is possible to:
• Get bonuses linked to attendance, timekeeping, and attitude.
• Keep your benefits if you are on them
• Gain a qualification
• Claim travel costs getting to the centre*
• Get childcare paid for*
As part of your training we will help you to develop your skills and:
• Achieve a Functional Skills Qualification in English, Maths and ICT
• Learn independent living skills
• English and Maths support to help you achieve your potential.
• Work Placements with local employers and community placements
• 1-1 Mentoring and Support
You will be offered Information Advice & Guidance in areas such as:
• Job/career planning
• Your rights and responsibilities
• Your social wellbeing
Sound Right For You?
Contact any of our centres for more information and advice on
how to join or contact your local Connexions Office who will
arrange a visit and give you the chance to see what is on offer!
if you would like more information on Foundation Learning then click here for the Department of Education website
*subject to eligibility, terms and conditions apply.
What courses are available for me?
Select from the list below to read all about our available courses
a new 22 week programme, delivered in partnership with Gloucester Rugby Club