Training
Check out the latest training courses from BPRCVS and other VCFSE groups and organisations
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We have so many great courses for young people aged 16-30 to get involved in. Courses are free and give people the tools to build their confidence, find a job or start their own business. Highlights include:
Read on to find out more!  Upcoming courses Team Location: Lancashire and Cumbria Main Programme: Starting May 25 Ages: 16-25 Join Team, our 12-week personal development programme, for the chance to gain new skills, earn a qualification and meet like-minded people. Young people will take part in a group community project, go on a fun-filled residential trip, and develop their English, maths, communication and teamwork skills. Find out more Get Started with Hair and Make-Up Location: Blackburn College Taster Day: 6 May Main Programme: 12 May - 16 May 25 Ages: 16-25 On this course, young people will improve their teamwork, confidence, and communication skills, as well as getting training in hand massage and manicures. They'll also learn to shampoo, blow dry and style hair, and perfect their make-up application techniques. Find out more Get Started in Social Care w/ PHX Location: Preston, Blackburn and Blackpool Enrolment Day: 9 May 25 Main Programme: 12 May - 23 May 25 Ages: 19-30 On this course, young people will learn about customer service, CV and interview techniques and gain a qualification in Health and Social Care. There will be interviews at the end of the programme for social care roles at the end of the course. To be eligible, young people must have the right to work in the UK and be able to attend every day of the programme. Find out more Explore Location: Burnley Taster Day: 21 May 25 Main Programme: 3 Jun - 27 Jun 25 Ages: 16-25 On our Explore programme, young people will take part in fun, challenging activities to help grow their confidence while taking steps to achieve their goals. They will gain key skills to support them in life and work, including teamwork, leadership and communication. We'll provide regular one-to-one support to help young people achieve a positive outcome. Find out more View poster Development Awards Ages: 16-30 Our Development Awards are grants to help young people overcome financial barriers to training, employment or education. They can cover the cost of accredited course fees, tools or equipment, ID, uniform, and other barriers to achieving their goals. The award amount varies based on individual needs and goals, but typically range from £175- £200. To be eligible, young people must be:
Find out more View poster Health and Social Care 1:1 Support Location: Burnley Main Programme: Ongoing Ages: 18-30 On this course, young people will learn about the 350+ roles in the Health and Social Care sector and find the right one for them. They'll also develop a CV and cover letter that will help get them noticed by employers, improve their interview skills, complete application forms, and carry out intensive job searches. To be eligible, young people must be eligible to work in the UK with documentation to prove this. Find out more Enterprise View poster Find out more Get Started in Social Care w/ PHX Location: Preston, Blackburn and Blackpool Enrolment Day: 9 May 25 Main Programme: 12 May - 23 May 25 Ages: 19-30 On this course, young people will learn about customer service, CV and interview techniques and gain a qualification in Health and Social Care. There will be interviews at the end of the programme for social care roles at the end of the course. To be eligible, young people must have the right to work in the UK and be able to attend every day of the programme. Find out more Explore Location: Burnley Taster Day: 21 May 25 Main Programme: 3 Jun - 27 Jun 25 Ages: 16-25 On our Explore programme, young people will take part in fun, challenging activities to help grow their confidence while taking steps to achieve their goals. They will gain key skills to support them in life and work, including teamwork, leadership and communication. We'll provide regular one-to-one support to help young people achieve a positive outcome. Find out more View poster Development Awards Ages: 16-30 Our Development Awards are grants to help young people overcome financial barriers to training, employment or education. They can cover the cost of accredited course fees, tools or equipment, ID, uniform, and other barriers to achieving their goals. The award amount varies based on individual needs and goals, but typically range from £175- £200. To be eligible, young people must be:
Find out more View poster Health and Social Care 1:1 Support Location: Burnley Main Programme: Ongoing Ages: 18-30 On this course, young people will learn about the 350+ roles in the Health and Social Care sector and find the right one for them. They'll also develop a CV and cover letter that will help get them noticed by employers, improve their interview skills, complete application forms, and carry out intensive job searches. To be eligible, young people must be eligible to work in the UK with documentation to prove this. Find out more Enterprise Location: Virtual Programme dates: Enterprise runs all year round Ages: 18-30 If a young person has a business idea they’re passionate about and have conducted all relevant research around, then the Enterprise programme could provide them with the skills and knowledge they need to launch and grow their business. If their business is eligible, young people will be able to:
To be eligible young people must live in in Burnley, Hyndburn, Blackburn with Darwen, Preston, Pendle or Blackpool. Our New Strategy 2025-2030 We've just launched a new strategy that will underpin everything we do at The Trust over the next five years, guiding us in the decisions we make as we strive to build a future that works for young people. You can read it by downloading it, or a summary of it, here. Everything about our new strategy has been designed to help young people build their confidence and skills and ultimately break the cycle of unemployment. With The Trust’s scale and heritage, and the support of brilliant partners like you, we are uniquely placed to help. What’s next? We’re excited to bring you our new strategy today, but the real work begins now, as colleagues across The Trust start to develop delivery plans and success measures in response to it. Our partnership with you remains an important part of our journey towards realising the goals set out in our new strategy. Thank you for everything you do, we look forwards to continuing to work with you as we head into this exciting new phase. Guides to our support If you work with young people, these might be useful as quick guides to our support. Guide to our support How we help young people Refer someone for support We understand that some people may not know which course is right for them. If you know someone aged 16-30 who would benefit from an initial conversation to work out which course is right for them, fill in a short referral form and we will give them a call. Refer a young person Received this from a colleague? Signing up to our newsletters is the best way to find out about our upcoming courses. Sign up to receive future newsletters by clicking here Want to get in touch? If you have a question for your local team, we're happy to help. Click the button below. Contact us here Comments are closed.
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