Training

We offer training courses leading to qualifications and a variety of less formal skills and information sessions.

Learn Your Way

Are you aged 16 – 24 with an Education, Health and Care Plan? Would you like to Learn Your Way? A free full-time programme of education starting in September.

An Adult Education funded programme for young people aged 16-24 with learning disabilities who have an Education, Health & Care Plan. This is a mixture of classroom and work experience over 3 days per week where you gain qualification and work experience as part of the programme. This programme is for 1 year but learners have the opportunity of staying on for a second year. This is a full time programme of study and is free to those with an EHCP.

Click here for more details and contact us on 01736 334667 to make an enquiry. Go to our stories page to watch a short LYW film.

Course Funding

VCSE: Upskilling the voluntary sector in Cornwall. If organisations fits into this sector then it may be possible to train their employees and/or volunteers for FREE. There is an eligibility process to go through but this is usually straightforward and relatively pain free. If you would like more information on accessing training for free under this funding then please do get in contact with us to start the sign up process.

CSW: Funding under the Skills for Young People umbrella. This is a 12 week programme for young people aged 15+ who are at risk for becoming NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training). If you are an organisation who work with these young people then we may be able to provide you with an exclusive programme. Alternatively, look out for our start dates on the Positive Perspectives Programme and contact us to book a place.

Apprenticeships: We currently offer Level 2 apprenticeships in Youth Work. Please keep an eye on our vacancies page for upcoming apprenticeship opportunities. Alternatively, if this is something that you would like to do in 2018 please contact us.

Other Training Courses

Social Media – half day workshop
Measuring Impact – half day workshop
Developing Positive Working Relationships Emotional intelligence, Building rapport, Managing Conflict – 1 day
Communication, Communication, Communication Public speaking, Listening skills, Writing Skills – 1 day
Achieving Excellence Planning, People, Partnerships, Performance Management – 1 day
Developing High Performing Teams Positivity, Personalities, Leadership, Goals, Synergy – 1 day
Managing Ourselves Assertiveness, Time Management, Achieving our Goals – 1 day
Tools for Life Responsibility, Self Awareness, Inspiration, Imagination, Perspiration, Focus, Reinforcing Boundaries, Solution Not Pollution, Learning, Circle of Life – 1 day
Understanding Coaching and Mentoring Skills – 2 days
Developing Transformational Leadership Skills – 2 days
Essential Leadership, Coaching & Mentoring Skills – 3 days
Mental Health Awareness – 2 days
Mental Mindfulness and Wellbeing – 2 days
Level 3 Award in Information Advice & Guidance – 3 days

Current courses and dates TBC, please contact us.