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NEW! Employability Skills..
We all know the benefits of work experience don't we?
Well AJT Training offers to support their young people to gain valuable work experience particularly when they undertake one of our NVQs.
However, there is an expectation from businesses that young people can develop these skills before they join them.
We are now offer Employability qualifications as part of Pre-16 NVQs and stand alone qualifications.
Find out more here..
Leadership
Leadership is a crucial skill that can benefit individuals in all aspects of life. It involves taking charge of oneself and others, and inspiring them towards a common goal. At our organisation, we recognise that building leadership skills for teens is essential, and we do so by encouraging them to become entrepreneurs, volunteers and undertaking work experience. By doing so, they can learn to motivate and delegate tasks effectively, which can help them succeed in their future endeavours.
Communication
Effective communication is crucial in any job and it's especially important for teenagers who are just starting their careers. To help them develop this skill, it's a good idea to expose them to different types of communication. Watching debate shows, TV interviews, and TED talks on YouTube can be a way to learn how to express clearly and concisely."
Teamwork
Collaboration is a key skill in any job, and it's never too early to start developing it. Encourage your teen to join clubs, play team sports or volunteer to help them learn how to work effectively with others. These activities provide great opportunities to share ideas, solve problems together and build strong relationships with their co-workers.
Problem Solving
Great advice! Encouraging problem-solving skills in teens is crucial for their future success. Modelling-solving behaviour is an effective way to teach them this skill. By talking through your own problem-solving process, you can help them develop critical thinking and creativity.
Time Management
Great topic! Here's a short content piece for you:
"Teens often struggle with managing their time effectively, especially when it comes to meeting work deadlines and completing tasks on time. However, good time management skills can be quickly learned by creating a schedule for homework, activities, and chores. By doing so, teens can see how much time they have available and plan their time accordingly."
Attention to Detail
Attention to detail is a crucial skill that can benefit teenagers in various aspects of their lives. From checking their work to paying attention to the details of their daily tasks, this skill can help them achieve success. Encouraging activities such as playing video games and reading can help foster attention to detail.
Adapatability
Adapting to change is crucial in any workplace, and it's a skill that should be developed early on. Teenagers who are open to learning new and adjusting to new situations will have a significant advantage in their future careers. Encouraging young people to try new foods, experience different cultures, and meet diverse groups of people can help them become more adaptable and open-minded. The more experiences they have, the better equipped they will be to cope with change and embrace new opportunities.
Initiative
Teens are at a crucial stage in their development, and it's important to give them opportunities to take the initiative in their daily lives. By assigning them tasks and activities to complete independently, and allowing them to make decisions, we can help them learn that they are capable and helps build confidence. Encouraging teens to be proactive in their work can set them for success in the future.
Customer Service
Teens who are starting their first jobs need to interact with customers. At our program, we understand the importance of customer service and provide teens with the necessary skills to succeed. We explain why customer service is crucial and offer opportunities to practice with real-life, such as talking to a cashier or a waiter. By doing so, we help teens learn how to interact with different people and become confident in their abilities.
The ability to take feedback
Constructive feedback is an essential that can benefit your teen in the long run. It's important to teach them that feedback is not a personal attack but rather an opportunity to improve their performance. By providing examples of this in everyday life, they can learn to take feedback constructively and use it to their advantage.
Dependability
Teaching teens the importance of dependability is crucial for their future success. One effective way to do this is by assigning age-appropriate chores that require them to show up on time, follow instructions, and meet expectations. By doing so, they will develop the skills necessary to become reliable and responsible adults.
Creative Feedback
At times, education can limit creative thinking. That's why it's important to teach teenagers what creative thinking means. We believe in helping them develop this skill by encouraging brainstorming sessions whenever they face a problem or a family issue that needs to be resolved. Our approach fosters a positive and proactive attitude towards life, which can benefit them in the long run.