Courses

 · The 'ACTivate Your Life' course was produced by Dr Neil Frude, a consultant clinical psychologist with over 40 years' experience. We worked with Dr Frude to develop these BSL translations of the course to support the mental wellbeing of BSL users.All 4 videos now available: here https://bit.ly/3McbNaE

Government Free courses to help you learn new skills or get a new job.

Learn about:

• practical maths
• computer essentials
• personal growth and wellbeing
• professional development
• business and finance
• digital design and marketing
• computer science and coding

https://theskillstoolkit.campaign.gov.uk/

This qualification aims to equip you with a strong understanding of common childhood illnesses, including how to provide a safe and healthy environment for babies and young children, how to recognise when a baby or child is unwell, and how to manage acute and chronic health conditions in an early years setting.

https://learntoday.theskillsnetwork.com/courses/childcare-courses-from-home?campaign=L2CCI

This qualification would be ideal for anyone who would like to develop their knowledge, understanding and competence in a range of different IT skills, particularly those who use IT in their current job role. Learners must already have basic IT skills and basic knowlegde of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), to be able to complete the course successfully. The qualification is suitable for learners aged 14 and above.

Jude Healey | Training & Engagement Officer & Career Coach

Associate Member of the Institute of Employability Professionals

judehealey@peopleplus.co.uk

M 07866 887552

peopleplus.co.uk

This qualification enables learners to develop existing skills and gain knowledge of key areas for efficient customer service, such as communicating with customers and handling customer information.

This course is suitable for anyone who is interested in customer service, and those who are hoping for career progression or employment opportunities in the customer service industry.

Jude Healey | Training & Engagement Officer & Career Coach

Associate Member of the Institute of Employability Professionals

judehealey@peopleplus.co.uk

M 07866 887552

peopleplus.co.uk

The UK retail industry is one of the largest private sector employers, yet experiences a higher than average staff turnover at 17% across the sector. With over 60 million customers making 320 million transactions per week, there is a constant need for workers with the knowledge and understanding to continue the success of the sector.

This qualification focusses on improving various skills and knowledge in order to create a career pathway within the retail industry.

Jude Healey | Training & Engagement Officer & Career Coach

Associate Member of the Institute of Employability Professionals

judehealey@peopleplus.co.uk

M 07866 887552

peopleplus.co.uk

UK employers have recently reported a shortage in the amount of skilled business and administration staff, despite more than four and a half million people already working in this sector. This figure is expected to rise in coming years as the shortage of skills needs to be filled.

Have you got what it takes to provide the crucial everyday support that organisations need to run their business, meet their targets and be successful? Well, this qualification provides you with a thorough understanding of all the aspects of a business administration role, which could enable you to progress within a business environment.

Jude Healey | Training & Engagement Officer & Career Coach

Associate Member of the Institute of Employability Professionals

judehealey@peopleplus.co.uk

M 07866 887552

peopleplus.co.uk

In 2015/16, there were 62,518 offences recorded by the police in England and Wales in which hate crimes were deemed to be a motivating factor.

This qualification promotes social awareness and good practice of equality and diversity within a community, at work, at home and in society in general. Whether you would like to strengthen your own knowledge, or become more socially aware, this course is perfect for you.

Jude Healey | Training & Engagement Officer & Career Coach

Associate Member of the Institute of Employability Professionals

judehealey@peopleplus.co.uk

M 07866 887552

peopleplus.co.uk

Across all sectors of employment in Europe, it has been found that at least 80% of managers and professionals require basic digital abilities to carry out their roles. In larger workplaces, as many as 50% must possess specialist digital skills. Whether wishing to improve your skills in order to improve your employability prospects,

or requiring an awareness of digital skills in order to find job opportunities, these statistics demonstrate just how vital digital skills are in today’s society.

This course will equip learners with an understanding and knowledge of the digital skills needed to search and apply for employment, including an awareness of finding and managing relevant and good quality information, and the importance of online identities. Learners will also look at the importance of digital skills in the workplace itself, considering how to communicate effectively using technology and how to protect data and devices, amongst other organisational policies and procedures. 

Jude Healey | Training & Engagement Officer & Career Coach

Associate Member of the Institute of Employability Professionals

judehealey@peopleplus.co.uk

M 07866 887552

peopleplus.co.uk

This qualification is ideal for anyone who wants to recognise the importance of, and further develop,
their personal and social skills. It demonstrates to any current or future employer that you have the willingness to go that extra mile in order to develop your skills.

Jude Healey | Training & Engagement Officer & Career Coach

Associate Member of the Institute of Employability Professionals

judehealey@peopleplus.co.uk

M 07866 887552

peopleplus.co.uk

‘Understanding your child with additional needs’ is a new online course for parents. It can be done at a time and place to suit your family life. Anyone involved with your child can do the course for themselves as well. Register at https://inourplace.co.uk/children-with-additional-needs/ and use the code INFINTY for free access if you are a Stockton-on-Tees resident.

*copied from our friends at the Billingham hub*

ood morning everyone,

Just a reminder that although things might feel a bit different through Lockdown 2.0 we are still offering our Job Club support virtually.

If you or anyone you know has recently been made redundant, or is  under threat of redundancy this is an ideal time to update your CV and start looking for a fresh start.

Our Job Club is 'no barriers' in the sense that you can be long term unemployed, recently made redundant, or still be in work - it doesn't matter, we will still offer support.

We can help with creating or updating CV's, helping with Job Search, interview skills, careers advice - whatever is needed.

Not being able to meet face-to-face at the moment makes some of this tricky, but please, do not hesitate to get in touch at belpjobclub@gmail.com

We are always here to help!