An innovative youth-focused program, in collaboration with Byron Community College and Byron Youth Service (BYS) is set to launch in 2024, and aims to guide and empower school leavers to find their path and purpose.
The ‘FSK20119 – Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways’ is nationally recognised, and is being offered as a course under the Smart and Skilled program.
There are subsides for eligible students.
Tailored to offer a unique blend of experiences across various professions, the goal is to create tangible pathways that will lead to further education, gainful employment, or the pursuit of a passion project.
The program will unfold over three days each week, fostering a dynamic learning environment at both the Mullumbimby Campus of Byron Community College, and the Byron Youth Centre (YAC).
Transport challenge
One of the key considerations in the program’s design is addressing the transport challenges faced by young people in the area.
By offering classes at both the Mullumbimby Campus and the centrally located Byron Bay Youth Activities Centre (YAC), the initiative seeks to alleviate some of the logistical barriers hindering access to education and skill development.
To introduce prospective participants and their parents to the program, two parent/student evenings have been scheduled on November 28 and 29.
These events, also to be held at the YAC and Mullum College campus, will provide an invaluable opportunity for families to learn more about the program, ask questions, and engage with the dedicated team behind this initiative.
The focus on experiential learning and skill development reflects a holistic approach to education, preparing participants not only for immediate opportunities but also for the evolving landscape of the workforce.
To learn more about this transformative opportunity, reach out to the college for further information at www.byroncollege.org.au or call (02) 6684 3374.
Asher Todd is Byron Community College marketing coordinator.
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