Foundation Learning

Knowing what is available for young people, after full-time education, is important for all parents and carers.

If a young person is unable for whatever reason to go straight into employment, further education or an Apprenticeship, then Foundation Learning could be right for them.

Providing job opportunities and training for Young People - It offers training, work experience and support which is completely different to a school environment.  It looks at your individual needs, so if you want a job, need training, want to go to college, Foundation Learning will give you the skills and confidence to do it.

Who can join the Foundation Learning programme?

are you 16-18? not at school or college?

not in employment? not in training?

Then Foundation Learning could be right choice.

What’s on offer? - Foundation Learning is all about the individual!  This is not school, it is completely different.  Foundation Learning helps young people on a 1-2-1 or in small groups.  The course will be tailored to suit and will help overcome any barriers an individual may have in getting a job or getting into further education.   During the initial assessment HYA Training will work with the young person to identify there chosen route i.e Employment, Apprenticeship or Further Education.

Here are some of the topics covered in the Foundation Learning programme:

job search interview techniques CV and letter writing work tasters/placements

IT training communication skills first aid/health and safety training working with others

…and much much more

Entitlements - Whilst on you are entitled to EMA (Education Maintenance Allowance.  In addition, travel expenses will be met in full.  Also bonuses will be paid for starting Foundation Learning and for positives outcomes.

Plus a chance to meet new people, share experiences and making individuals  more confident, that will hopefully put them in a better position to get a job or move into an Apprenticeship or further education.

How long does it take? - HYA Training gives everyone the time need to get trained, so attendance will vary from a minimum of 16 hours a week, but this will depend on the individuals learning capacity, aspirations, needs and progression choices.

Can I still claim other benefits? - When you are on the Foundation Learning course you can still claim other benefits apart from Job Seekers and it will not affect other family income benefits.

What do I do now? - If you would like further information on how Foundation Learning could be of benefit to a young person within your family, simply call HYA Training on Tel 01482 211778 or email info@hyatraining.co.uk.

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