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    About the course

    This course comprises six tailored units designed to address the specific needs and challenges of older individuals re-entering the workforce. Each unit focuses on building confidence, enhancing key skills and ensuring a smooth transition into employment.

     

    Unit 1: Making Choices

    Learners will explore strategies for making informed career decisions by evaluating their interests, strengths and aspirations. Activities will help identify career paths that align with their skills and preferences.

    Unit 2: Living in the Community

    This unit highlights the importance of effective communication and collaboration within a community. Learners will develop interpersonal skills essential for building strong workplace and community relationships.

    Unit 3: Budgeting

    Financial literacy is key to managing personal finances and making informed decisions. This unit covers practical budgeting techniques to support financial stability.

    Unit 4: Aspects of Citizenship

    Understanding rights, responsibilities and the broader societal context is essential for active citizenship. This unit explores how individuals can contribute positively to their communities.

    Unit 5: Developing Skills for Gaining Employment

    Focusing on core employability skills, this unit covers CV writing, interview techniques and effective communication strategies, tailored to the needs of older job seekers.

    Unit 6: Career Planning

    Learners will engage in career planning by setting long-term goals, identifying skill development opportunities and exploring pathways for career advancement and sustainable employment.

    Additionally, the Mental Health Awareness Qualification provides essential insights into the impact of mental health in the workplace. It encourages open discussions about mental well-being and offers strategies for maintaining mental health in both professional and personal life.

    By the end of this course, learners will have a well-rounded skill set, equipping them with the confidence and knowledge needed to secure meaningful employment and navigate today’s job market as older workers.

    Entry requirements

    Learners must be unemployed and in receipt of benefit or earning under £25,000 per annum

    Must have a National Insurance number

     Must have been a UK resident for the last 3 years or proof of right to education  

    How much does it cost?

    Free if you are unemployed and receiving benefit or earning under £25,000 per annum  

    Who is it suitable for?

    Learners that are over 50 years of age who aspire to learn new skills and get back into work.

    Awarding Body

    Gateway & NCFE

    Where will this course take me?

    1. Retail and customer service
    2. Warehousing and factory
    3. Hospitality
    4. Cleaning and janitorial
    5. Security

    Core modules

    Gateway Entry 3 Certificate in Progression                                                   

    Budgeting

    Aspects of Citizenship

    Career Planning

    Developing skills for gaining employment

    Living in the Community

    Making Choices

    NCFE Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness

    Gateway Entry 3 Award in Preparation for Employment

    Communication skills for work

    Digital skills for work

    How will I be assessed?

    Assessed through activities in class and continuous feedback given. Evidenced through completion of project workbook, written assignment and practical observation.

    I'm interested. What should I do now?

    Call 01279 868173 and speak with an advisor, pop into our Bright Futures centre to speak to our team or fill out the expression of interest form below.

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    Bright Futures HQ

    Come and see us in the Bright Futures Training Centre based in Harlow Town Centre. Working in this relaxed, supportive environment we will help provide you with the skills you need to find the job you want and give you the confidence to get back into the world of work.

    Bright Futures
    Velizy Avenue
    Harlow
    CM20 3EZ
    (Located on Harlow College main campus) 

    01279 868173