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Defining Futures
Defining Futures was a Level Two accredited employability skills course with a particular focus on supporting long-term unemployed young people living in Middlesbrough.
Where?
Middlesbrough
Age Range:
19+
Funded By:
Virgin Money Foundation
About The Project
Defining Futures was delivered by Actes Trust between 2017 and 2018 and was designed to support long-term unemployed young people facing barriers to employment. The programme combined accredited learning with employability training, helping participants develop both the practical skills employers look for and the confidence needed to progress towards their goals. Participants completed a Level 2 employability qualification while receiving support with career planning, job searching, applications, interviews and personal development.
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Project Partners and Funders
What We Delivered
The Defining Futures course covered:
CV writing and job application techniques.
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Interview preparation and performance.
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Communication and teamwork skills.
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Confidence building and personal development.
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Goal setting and career planning.
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Problem solving and decision making.
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Understanding employer expectations and workplace behaviours.
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Personal branding and professional use of social media.
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Introduction to enterprise and self-employment.
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Identifying strengths, skills and future career pathways.​​
Overall Project Impact
95 learners completed a Level 2
One Award in Employability Skills
55 learners went into positive destinations shortly after completing the course...
...of which 38 gained employment