THE ‘NEXT STEPS’ PROGRAMME.
►The ‘MSJ - Next Steps Programme’ is a new and exciting programme developed by Manor of St. John Youth Services - in association with FÁS, the National Training Authority of Ireland.
►The programme is for young people aged between 18 and 25 years of age.
►‘MSJ -Next Steps’ is a full-time programme which will result in a FETAC major award at Level 4.
►There are no entry requirements - but you must be unemployed to participate.
Paddy Walsh
Programme co-ordinator for ‘MSJ Next Steps’, Manor St. John Youth Service.
I’M A YOUNG PERSON – WHY SHOULD I TAKE PART IN ‘NEXT STEPS’?
• You will receive the equivalent of Social Welfare entitlement (FÁS training allowance) while you train. If you are not eligible for a Social Welfare allowance you are still welcome to apply but you will not be paid.
• A team of skilled tutors will take you through a series of educational programmes which will be a valuable addition to your CV. Here is a small sample of the skills you will learn cooking, information technology, health & fitness, security industry awareness training, communications skills and much more.
•This is a practical programme where you will learn by doing and you will have a chance to go on job sampling and work experience.
• You will have access to the great facilities in the Manor of St. John campus including a sports hall for basketball, gym, football, outdoor pursuits, a fully equipped IT room, the kitchen and the Manor mini-bus for travel and days trips.
• You will meet with a great bunch of people and learn in a fun environment. At the end of the programme you will have the skills knowledge and attitude required for the workplace challenges of the 21st Century.
• Additional supports for learning and dealing with life situations are provided by the course team.
Would you like to apply to join a Next Steps programme?
Download an application pack here
The training takes place in the Manor of St. John Youth Service premises in Manor St John Community Campus Lisduggan in Waterford City.