The Team Programme is a 12-week personal development course, offering work experience, qualifications, practical skills, community projects and a residential week. Fancy an exciting challenge to get you in the mood? The Prince’s Trust 12 week personal development team programme at Tyne & Wear Fire & Rescue Service is here to help you and offer you an exciting opportunity. The 12 Week programme is
a personal development programme for 16-25 year olds who may be unemployed, not sure what career path they want to take, are wanting a change in life or just want to meet new people and have a good time. The course is broken down into several units:
Week 1 – Getting to know each other, Team Building Activities
Week 2 – Team Building Residential (Canoeing, Climbing, Walking etc)
Week 3 – Planning, Fire Safety & Drug Awareness Courses
Week 4 – Planning for project
Week 5 & 6 – Community Project
Week 7 & 8 – Work Placement
Week 9 Next Steps Training Week
Week 10 & 11 – Final Team Challenge & Fundraising
Week 12 – Final Team Presentation
Within the programme are ‘Activity days’ providing the team with the opportunity to choose their own activity for example, Bowling, Orienteering or Climbing. Prince’s Trust team members will be in a team of up to 13 young people, all working together to improve their team building, problem solving skills and confidence whilst having great fun. On the programme, you can achieve the following qualifications:
• Prince’s Trust Recognised Qualifications
• Fire Safety Awareness Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Drug & Alcohol awareness training & Sexual health training
If you claim Job Seekers Allowance or any benefits you will not lose out on benefits by taking part in the course. If you are under 19 you may also be eligible for a bursary from Sunderland College. Please book an appointment with one of the Prince’s Trust Team Leaders to come in for a chat and find out more.
