Entry to Employment

Entry to Employment e2e

e2e helps 16 to 18 year olds progress on to work, college or training.

e2e is a learning programme based on the needs of the individual, creating a personalised timetable of 16 – 30 hours a week to best suit individual learning styles and needs. This could include essential skills, ICT, work based qualifications or practical experience in a work placement.

Learners on the e2e programme will receive a travel allowance and can apply for Education Maintenance Allowance(EMA), where financial bonuses may also be available for the achievement of goals.

Personal Skills Development

e2e is designed to aid individuals reach their goals and learn new skills, such as:

• CV Writing
• interview skills
• job search
• developing self esteem
• communication skills
• confidence building
• teamwork

Qualifications that can be achieved through e2e are:

• CLAIT (Computer Literacy and Information Technology)
• ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence)
• Fork Lift Truck Licence
• First Aid Certificate
• Health and Safety
• Manual Handling
• Food Hygiene
• Fire Safety
• NVQ Units
• various learndirect Short Courses

Is it for me?
If you are:

• 16-18 years old
• Free to do 16 – 30 hours per week
• Committed to moving onto an apprenticeship, college or into work
• Living in Shropshire

How long does it last?

The learner may be on e2e for just a few weeks or longer depending on when they feel ready to move on. During their time with us, we will provide them with all the support and encouragement they need to help you achieve their potential.

Quotes

“When I started e2e I didn’t think it was going to be that much fun. But I started to meet new people and started to do new things that I’ve never done before. Also, there are people that you can talk to about anything. We went on day trips with everyone, we did things like paintballing, mountain boarding, raft building, making music and a lot more.” Gemma

“County Training is filled with lots of activities to do, with fun days out. It has a relaxed atmosphere, and you don’t feel pressured. You have help off the tutors with any problems, so everything goes smoothly.” Jamie

“County Training is a good place to go. There are lots of helpful and understanding tutors and people with similar problems. I like the activities and projects there are to do. County Training is a nice place. Its gives me something to do and some money to save.” Samantha

“County Training is a good place to go. It’s good because you can achieve the stuff you missed out on in school. There is always something to do like going out for the day and meeting new people and if you have an interest like dancing or swimming County Training can always set something up for you.” Tania

“County Training was a good thing for me. I met a lot of friends at County Training. It keeps me off the streets.” Grant

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