Prince's Trust - 12 week Programme
Based at the Finnart Campus in Greenock, the The Prince's Trust 12 week programme
features confidence building, team events, challenges, outdoor activities and fundraising
events. You will gain practical skills and the chance to make a real difference
to the community. Below is an outline of each week's activities.
Weeks 1 - 2: Getting to know you
In the first two weeks you will become acquainted as a group, complete your individual
action plans and watch the 'Safe Six' video. These weeks will be very active, busy,
engaging and fun.
Activities:
- Induction
- Icebreakers
- Planning
- Target Setting
- Health & Safety
- Team Building
Week 3: Residential
In week 3, you will take part in a residential week designed to build and test your
team skills. You will gain confidence and a sense of responsibility to others, building
successful relationships between the team, team leader and assistant team leader.
Activities:
- Problem Solving
- Outdoor Activities
- Planning Skills
- Team Work
Weeks 4 - 6: Community Project
Taking part in a community project, you will carry out challenging activities, both
for your personal development and to give something back to the community. Supporting
each other as a team you will agree a project plan, and will develop your team work,
problem solving and communication skills through research and identification of
a communication project.
Activities:
- Marketing
- Communication
- Planning
- Roles/Responsibilities
- Fundraising
- Social Awareness
- Individual Learning Record
Weeks 7 - 8: Individual Placements
In weeks 7 and 8 you will have the opportunity to experience different types of
careers in varying working environments.
Activities:
- Work Experience Placements
Week 9: Next Steps
In week 9 you will be assisted in making decisions about your future. You will complete
an SVQ in Communication and undertake an employability workshop, mock interviews,
application process workshop and day trips.
Activities:
- Progress Review
- Job Search
- SVQ Communication
- Visits
Weeks 10 - 11: Final Team Challenge
During these weeks you will be involved in fundraising and preparation for a team
challenge. As a team you will identify and plan a challenge which will raise funds
which could be easily used to buy materials. You will again build team working skills
and respect and tolerance for others.
Activities:
- Team Work
- Care Element
- Organising Day Trips
- Environmental Work
- College/Employer
- Roles/Responsibilities
Weeks 12: Final Presentation
In the final week there will be a final award ceremony to celebrate the team's and
each individual's achievements over the 12 week programme. You will review your
personal progress and skills development and be encouraged to look to the future
in a positive way.
Activities:
- Themed Event Award Ceremony