Training initiatives for 2010
Global Action Plan Training SECAD is delighted to offer groups in South and East Cork, the opportunity to take part in the Global Action Plan (GAP) EcoSaver Training Programme which will be delivered by Cork Environmental Forum. The GAP EcoSaver Programme helps householders assess and implement changes to their lives that will save them money and reduce some of the negative effects that a modern lifestyle can have upon the environment.
EMPLOYMENT / BUSINESS INITIATIVES
Start Your Own Business Training
SECAD will be running a part-time ‘Start Your Own Business’ course starting in September. The course is aimed at people who have a business idea but are not sure how to take the next step. The course runs two evenings per week for five weeks and is based at locations throughout the SECAD area. Topics covered will include: how to set up a business, how to write a business plan, basic marketing, basic book-keeping, etc. Participants can also avail of a number of individual mentoring sessions with the trainer in order to discuss their specific idea in more detail. The course is FETAC certified based on the completion of a good business plan. There is no charge for this course. For further information or to book a place please contact Ellenora at SECAD on 021 461 3432 or ..
Towards Occupation
In September, SECAD will commence the modular Training aspect of the Towards Occupation Programme. The objective of the programme is to provide training and support to the Long Term Unemployed who may be distant from the Labour Market and Retraining as a result of feeling isolated, lacking confidence, depression or any other mental health issue. The Training will commence with Life Skills and Burnished Pottery, to enhance the participants’, communication, social interaction and personal development skills. Ongoing training will continue with scheduled modules such as Basic IT and additional modules decided upon by the group. The programme is free to interested participants and is flexible to their ability to participate.
