Train
Different tailor-made and needs-driven trainings, supported by skilled volunteers, address the mismatch between formal education and employer demand. They help strengthen employability skills and boost young people’s confidence as they enter the professional world. In this regard, it is also important to have a significant part of the training dedicated to soft skills, which are as fundamental as technical skills. Youth needs assessment, as well as partner workshops, help to identify training needs.
Content of Trainings:
- Life and soft skills development: E.g. social skills, personal maturity, learning and innovation skills, etc.
- Professional skills training: E.g. language skills, ICT skills, job hunting skills, vocational skills training related to the different work sectors, etc.
- Entrepreneurship training: Depending on the local context and on the specific offers, young people can get training in business plan writing or receive support in starting their own businesses.
Recommensations for Trainings:
- Ensure that training is demand-driven. Training curricula should be in line with the demand for skills by the relevant sector of employment or entrepreneurship. The training modules should be consulted in a joint process with the corporate partners.
- To complement the trainings offered by YouthCan! corporate partners, build sustainable partnerships with supporting partners, such as training institutions, NGOs, governmental institutions, etc. It is crucial to choose capable training partners – if possible, those that are recognised as competent by the private sector.
- The realities and context of the target group should be taken into consideration when planning and running the training. For instance, in rural areas, providing training during weekends or outside harvesting seasons is advised.
- Volunteers are encouraged to design trainings to be interactive and to use participatory teaching methods. Effective discussions and questioning content will help to embed the skills and knowledge that young people need.
- Trainings that are officially recognised can help increase young people’s chances to enter the labour market. Explore the possibilities of getting official recognition for it.
- Certificates should be distributed to young programme participants once they have successfully completed their training. This can facilitate access to the job market. A certificate is also a token of appreciation and public recognition, which helps to boost self-confidence and motivation. Hosting a public event, such as a graduation ceremony can also be very helpful.
GoTeach trainings aim to:
- Address the mismatch between formal education and employer demand
- Strengthen employability skills and soft skills
- Boost young people’s confidence
Examples for Trainings:
Please access different examples for trainings follwing the links below.
5.1.2.3. Camp Style Activities
5.1.2.4. Entrepreneurship Training
Good Practices
Please access different good practices of mentoring-programs all over the globe in the Good Practice Examples chapter of this Wiki.
| Chapter lead | Susanne Novotny |
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