Get into work or volunteering with Rochdale Connections Trust's training project

Rochdale Connections Trust

Rochdale Connections Trust’s pre-employment training 'Progress Project' is now available for online learning.

The Progress Project helps you navigate learning, volunteer and job opportunities in Rochdale, find useful resources, and features interactive learning with visual content and access one-to-one guided learning support.

Once all eight units are complete, participants will receive a certificate. Support is provided throughout the project through phone, plus a range of platforms, such as Zoom or Skype.

Online Progress Project Content

• Unit 1 Introduction to Progress– identifying and overcoming barriers to employment, learning and volunteering
• Unit 2 Application & CV Writing – hints and tips to produce winning applications / CVs
• Unit 3 Job Search Skills – how to navigate technology and get access to the best opportunities
• Unit 4 Interview Skills – preparing yourself for interviews with useful ideas to achieve success
• Unit 5 Personal Branding – creating a positive self-image and shaping your long & short-term goals
• Unit 6 Success in the Workplace – tips on how to gain recognition and build rapport
• Unit 7 Introduction to Volunteering – how to kick-start a new career and gain skills and experience
• Unit 8 Mental Wellbeing in the workplace  – building resilience and look after your emotional wellbeing

How do I access on-line learning?

Enrol now by getting in touch by contacting John Aitken, Employment Support Manager, via:

• Email: john@r-c-t.co.uk
• Call: 07748780871

Alternatively, visit the online Progress webpage where you can submit your contact details and RCT will get in touch:

• www.r-c-t.co.uk/progress-project.html