Get Ready for Work (GRFW)
Programme Description
If you are aged 16 or 17, left school, can’t find a job, training or college place then GRFW could help. GRFW is a national training programme devised to bridge the gap between school and work.
What does the programme cover?
With guidance, you will devise your own individual training plan. GRFW will organise work tasters and placements to help you choose your future career. Some work placements may offer training on the job and give you the chance to achieve a certificate. You will also have access to a range of the courses that the college offers. This could include: computing skills; reading; writing or maths.
Entry Requirements
You need to be aged 16 or 17, have left school and not employed or in training.
Qualifications
On successful completion you will be awarded with a College Certificate.
How much time will it take?
This programme can last up to 20 weeks. Full time attendance requires a minimum of 30 hours per week. Part time attendance can be made available. If you chose to study as part of your individual training plan, this will usually be for a minimum of 3 hours per week. If you find a suitable job or you get an offer of training or a college place while on GRFW then you can leave before completing the 20 weeks.
Start Date and Venue
This programme is avaiable on individual basis - contact us at any one of our college learning centres to find out more. Auchtertyre (Call Sandra or Elaine on 01599 566775), Sabhal Mòr Ostaig (Call Caroline on 01471 888430), Portree (Call Maggie, Carol or Ewan on 01478 614833), Columba 1400 (Call Jackie or Louise on 01478 611400).
Cost
This programme is FREE - anyone taking part will be paid a training allownace of up to £50 per week, if you attend on a full time basis. Help with travel expenses may also be available.