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"Since I have been on the AMH Vote project, I have received a lot of certificates through the training programme. I have been on work experience to a cash and carry and have gained a lot of experience in the work environment. "

"Now I am on the first rung of employment. AMH Vote gives young people like me, the chance to have a real future."

"I have received a lot of certificates and been on work experience. I have learnt so much about the working environment from the AMH Vote project."

If you think that AMH Vote could assist someone with a learning disability in the Craigavon, then please get in touch to arrange a meeting so that we discuss how AMH Vote could be of benefit.

AMH VOTE offers a varied training and personal development programme to young people, aged 16-25, in Craigavon and Banbridge area who have a learning disability. The service has a particular focus of supporting people through the transitional period into adulthood and independence, providing opportunities in three key areas:

1) Vocational

Trainees can achieve vocational qualifications in areas of interest to them that will enhance their employability and personal skills. Opportunities to obtain NVQ, ECDL, ASDAN , City & Guilds, OCN and other qualifications are available. Trainees will also be encouraged and supported to progress on to higher qualifications if appropriate.

2) Healthy Lifestyle

Trainees participate in activities designed to improve healthier lifestyle choices, physical and mental health.

3) Employment

Trainees engage in an individual development plan that meets expressed and identified need in relation to employment aspirations. Learning and support covers job preparation, job sourcing and on-site job coaching.

AMH VOTE will

Involve trainees, their families/carers in all decision making
Provide person centred support
Forge effective communications with all key people to ensure a high quality service
Provide a structured programme designed to increase skills and confidence
Identify and promote suitable job sampling options to all trainees & develop opportunities for trainees with local employers

TRAINING

AMH VOTE training opportunities are tailored to suit the learning needs of each trainee and include:

NVQ Retail & Administration
ASDAN Award
Computer Skills e.g. CLAIT & ECDL
Job Preparation Programme
NSP Performing Arts & Number Skills
OCN Qualifications
Numeracy & Literacy
Peace & Reconciliation
Cultural & Diversity Awareness
Transport Training
Citizenship
Project Business
Catering
Health & Safety and Manual Handling

WORK

AMH VOTE also provide trainees with prevocational training, development planning and job sampling, which enables people to make an informed choice on the type of career they wish to pursue. AMH VOTE staff will endeavour to ensure that this is a positive experience for all trainees by providing ongoing support within appropriate work placements.

Job sampling initially last for 6-8 weeks, with trainees attending for 1-3 days per week. AMH VOTE staff will assist trainees throughout their placement, withdrawing support when the trainee’s independence and confidence grows. AMH VOTE staff will also provide support to the host employer, creating enhanced disability awareness.

In addition trainees can participate in and benefit from:

Team EnterpriseWelcome Host
Social Activities
Youth Achievement Awards
Healthy Lifestyle Programme
Mentoring

If you think AMH VOTE could assist someone with a learning disability (aged 16-25) then please get in touch to arrange a meeting so that we can discuss how the service could be of benefit.

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This Project is part financed by the European Union Programme for Peace & Reconciliation through YESIP; Measure 2.2 Developing Children & Young People.