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Description |
The YMCA Support Training
and Enterprise Programme (STEP) is typically a 23 week
pre-vocational training programme. However, it is proposed to
offer a different delivery mechanism for this programme at
Ballincollig YMCA and operate annually, on a part-time basis,
Monday to Friday 9.30am to 1.00pm.
STEP is a ‘Second
Chance’ programme, targeting early school leavers in the 17-25
age group. It seeks to raise motivation and to build the
self-esteem of young people through developing a number of
generic or core skills such as communications and personal
effectiveness. It also seeks to introduce participants to the
world of Information and Communications Technology. A
distinctive methodology based around youth work techniques
attempts to involve the young people as active participants in
the learning process. STEP is actively involved in the process
of seeking certification for participants through FETAC/ NCVA
and trains and tests them to acquire the European Computer
Driving Licence (ECDL). STEP is also currently developing
partnerships with local employers within Co. Cork area where
participants can gain quality work placements.
The STEP Co-ordinator is
responsible for the co-ordination, delivery of certain modules,
administration of the programme. S/he will also be responsible
for the supervision of any specialist tutors. |
