Pathway to Employment | Learning in Tees Valley

Unemployment or career progression can leave people unsure of their next steps - but it doesn’t have to cause a total panic.

We’ve got you covered when it comes to making sure people have the skills they need to get back into the world of work or progress and change careers.

We offer pre-employment training in a range of sectors, specifically designed to give people the knowledge and confidence to bag that new job. Training is government funded which means you don't have to pay a penny toward training costs.

Different ways to study with us:

Employer led

Employer-led training can support you in finding opportunities to join a skilled workforce. Secure the right skills needed to sustain and grow whilst securing sustained, meaningful employment.

Community

College isn’t for everyone - which is why we take learning out into the community. We work with a network of community venues, hubs and charities across the country to support people to learn skills and gain qualifications in a place where they feel safe and comfortable.

Pathway to Employment

Gain the relevant skills you need in the business or sector you want to start your career. Complete recognised qualifications and access career support. Take those essential skills with you into the workplace.

Our course offering:

Childcare & Early Years

Health & Social Care

Customer Service in Hospitality

Partnership working

At LCG we collaborate with external organisations, such as community centres, referral partners, employers and housing associations to enhance and extend our employability offering.

Alongside training our Careers programme aligns with the Gatsby Benchmarks, the requirements of the Education Inspection Framework, the Matrix Standard and other external stakeholders.

Your Careers Programme at LCG:

Initial IAG

We deliver comprehensive initial guidance and induction to ensure the path you have chosen is the best for your future aspirations.

CareersPro

Access to our amazing AI (Artificial Intelligence) -powered careers planning platform, far more than a careers quiz, it identifies your top career qualities, empowering you to choose careers that align with your current learning.

Additional learning Support

Our dedicated and highly qualified staff are there to advise and support you if you are facing any personal or learning challenges. We aim to support you in completing your training and transitioning into your chosen career. Through additional learning support, special educational needs and education health and care plan learner support.

Expert impartial guidance

Our team of level 6 careers guidance professionals are on hand to offer impartial, individual, and high-level bespoke 1:1s at key transition and decision points within your journey.

Industry-related visits and real-world environments

We will provide first-hand experiences that can contribute to a deeper understanding of industry dynamics, foster networking opportunities, and inspire new ideas and strategies

Visitors

We facilitate visits from knowledgeable industry experts that are invaluable in broadening your perspectives on the world of work and opportunities that your possible future options will present.

Experience of workplaces

We will ensure work experience impacts positively on equality and diversity, on your achievements and your progression to employment, apprenticeships and/or HE; and develop your work readiness skills further.