Course Brochure 2021 - Eat That Frog CIC
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Course Brochure 2021 - 22
About Us
Since 2011, we have been helping people overcome their barriers to enable
them to move forwards in life.
We offer a range of accredited courses and fun workshops which give you skills
to enter employment, to progress in your current career or to feel happier and
more confident in your day-to-day life.
Costs:
ALL of our courses are fully funded (FREE) to anyone claiming benefits or on low
income.
If you are NOT in receipt of benefits, you can still take advantage of the reduced
(Co-Funded) price, IF you are a UK resident or have been a resident in an EU member
state for 3 years and are actively looking for work.
How do I book a place?
Whether you’re interested in training in one of our centres or online, please call
01803 551 551 to book your place on each course or email
info@eatthatfrog.ac.uk for more details.
Spaces for face to face training in our centres are limited and are subject to
availability on a first come, first served basis!
Information in this booklet is correct at time of going to print, but we reserve the right to make
changes at short notice, for example due to customer demand or tutor / centre availability or
changes due to Covid-19 rules.
2Course List
Course Title Page Age Location Virtual Face to
Face
SIA SWAP 5 19+ Plymouth, Exeter, Torquay &
Cornwall
Care SWAP 6 19+ Torquay
Admin SWAP 7 19+ Torquay
Construction SWAP 8 19+ Torquay, Exeter & Virtual
Cleaning SWAP 9 19+ Torquay
Hospitality SWAP 10 19+ Torquay
Customer Service SWAP 11 19+ Torquay & Exeter
Get into Employment 12 19+ Torquay
Back on Track 13 19+ Plymouth & Torquay
Intro to Kickstart 14 19 - 24 Plymouth, Exeter & Torquay
Passport to Enterprise 15 19+ All centres / Virtual
Career Choice 16 19+ Plymouth, Exeter & Torquay
Springboard 17 19 - 30 Torquay & Exeter
Essential Skills - English & 18 19+ Torquay & Newton Abbot
Maths
Essential Skills - Digital 19 19+ Torquay & Newton Abbot
Health & Wellbeing 20 19+ Plymouth, Torquay &
Newton Abbot
Horticulture 21 19+ Paignton
Cookery & Crafts 22 19+ All centres
Prince’s Trust Team 24 19 - 25 Torquay
Programme
Leap 25 16 - 18 Plymouth, Torquay & Virtual
Empowering Enterprise 26 18 - 24 Torquay, Newton Abbot &
Paignton
3What is a SWAP?
So what is a SWAP?
SWAP stands for Sector based Work Academy
Programme and is an opportunity to learn
new skills and gain experience in a particular
industry.
If you’re interested in a particular industry or
you just simply want to try something new then
SWAP could be the path for you!
SWAPs we currently offer -
• SIA (Security)
• Care
• Admin
• Construction
• Cleaning
• Hospitality
4SIA SWAP
This academy will provide you with the
opportunity to gain the qualification needed to
apply for a SIA licence which is needed to work in
the industry.
During this 15 day programme you will -
• Explore career options and current
opportunities in the security sector
• Gain three qualifications -
- Level 1 certificate in personal
development employability
- Level 2 award Working as a Door
Supervisor needed for SIA
licence)
- Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work
• Have the opportunity to meet with local
employers
• Learn how to prepare for an interview
5Care SWAP
A two week sector based work academy
programme offering you the opportunity to
explore the sector, skills and opportunities
available.
During this two week programme you
will -
• Be introduced to the care sector and
different roles available
• Explore the qualifications and skills
needed to work in the sector
• Have the opportunity to meet with
local employers
• Apply for current vacancies
• Learn how to prepare for an interview
6Admin SWAP
A two week sector based work academy
programme offering you the opportunity to
explore the sector, skills and opportunities
available.
During this two week programme you
will -
• Be introduced to administration and
business opportunities
• Explore the qualifications and skills
needed to work in the sector
• Look at working practices within
business and administration
• Have the opportunity to meet with
local employers
You will also have the opportunity to
complete Level 1 accredited qualification
in Microsoft applications Excel and Word.
7Construction SWAP
One of our most popular academies, this gives you
the tools to work in the construction industry, which
has been booming in the South West and beyond.
During this two week programme you will -
• Gain Level 1 award in Health & Safety in a
construction environment
• Have the opportunity to gain your CSCS 5 years
labourers card as well as access to an app to
practice for your test
• Explore career options & current opportunities in
the sector
• Learn how to prepare for an interview
• Have the opportunity to meet with local employers
• Opportunity to develop skills in bricklaying
• All PPE will be provided
There is also the opportunity to complete this
SWAP virtually
8Cleaning SWAP
A two week sector based work academy
programme offering you the opportunity to
explore the sector, skills and opportunities
available.
During this two week programme you
will -
• Be introduced to the cleaning
and industrial services industry
and different roles and vacancies
available
• Look at the importance of health
and safety and understand risks and
hazards
• Understand chemical labelling and
personal protective equipment
• Apply for current vacancies
• Have the opportunity to meet with
local employers
9Hospitality SWAP
A two week sector based work academy
programme offering you the opportunity to
explore the sector, skills and opportunities
available.
During this two week programme you will -
• Be Introduced to the hospitality industry
and different roles and vacancies available
• Gain customer service skills and be given
examples of good and poor customer
service
• Learn how to handle customer complaints
and confidentiality
• Apply for current vacancies
• Learn how to prepare for an interview
• Have the opportunity to meet with local
employers
NEW one day optional qualification in
Developing Barista Skills
10Customer Service
SWAP
A two week sector based work academy
programme offering you the opportunity to
explore the sector, skills and opportunities
available.
During this two week programme you will -
• Explore customer service skills and
understand the importance of effective
customer service
• Develop telephone techniques by using
customer service scenarios
• Learn how to handle customer complaints
and confidentiality
• CV writing
• Apply for current vacancies
• Learn how to prepare for an interview
11Get into Employment
This one week programme is ideal for anyone
looking for work who may need a confidence
boost and a refresher on their job seeking
skills.
During this programme you will be -
• Looking at local job opportunities
• Applying for jobs
• Updating your CV & Cover Letter
12Back on Track
This programme will help you set priorities and
plan your life and your job searching for better
results!
You’ll work in a small group, in a non-classroom
setting, improving your skills and exploring your
options for work.
Week one:
Ice breaking, assertiveness, team work.
Group activity - budgeting, shopping,
planning, and upcycling!
Week two:
Work ethics, time keeping, personal
presentation, self respect, resilience and the
opportunity to book in a haircut.
Group activity: Treasure Trail!
Week three:
All about your personal development plan
& progression. Employability skills - CVs,
cover letters, interview skills and a final
celebration!
13Introduction to Kickstart
A one week programme offering you the
opportunity to explore current kickstart
opportunities and to give you the
confidence, motivation and skills to apply
for these opportunities.
During this one week programme you
will -
• Build Confidence and
Self-Esteem
• Create a CV tailored to
a kickstart role
• Prepare for a
Recruitment Interview
You will also have the opportunity to
meet local employers who have
kickstart opportunities available and
have a mock interview with them.
14Passport to Enterprise
If you’re thinking about starting your own
business, or monetising a hobby, then this is
ideal for you!
The support from our experienced tutor and
the opportunity to meet online with other local
businesses could get you up and running in the
right direction!
Including -
• Making business deals
• Business planning
• Social Media
• Marketing
• Finance
PLUS - regular ‘business breakfasts’ giving you an
opportunity to network with other local people
starting their own businesses and hear from helpful
guest speakers.
15Career Choices
Lost your job or lost your way? This programme
is ideal for anyone who is unemployed, has
been made redundant on furlough or impacted
from Covid-19.
Start your journey to a new career with
this two week programme -
Week one
• Explore your options
• Discover your own unique skills and
how they could be adapted to different
career choices
• Get help finding local opportunities for
employment
Week two
• Revamp your CV
• Work on job applications
• Brush up on your interview skills
• Mock interview
16Springboard
This brand new programme is designed to
springboard you straight to success! A two week
programme jam packed with fun filled
activities for you to enjoy and build from.
This programme is an ideal stepping
stone to look at where you want to go
in life while building valuable life skills
at the same time.
Activities may include -
Paddle boarding
Kayaking
Raft building
Splashdown Quaywest
and many more!
You will also find out more about other
courses to progress onto and bring you
one step closer to your future!
17Essential Skills -
Maths & English
Maths and English at Eat That Frog is not
just about sitting in a classroom learning
formula - it is so much more than that!
We are now offering Entry Level - Level 2
Functional Skills for both English & Maths.
These courses are designed to work with
you at the level you require, in a fun and
interesting way.
They will be over 4/5 weeks and are linked to
real life examples that people use in every
day life.
You can even work your way all the way up to
a full level 2 qualification that has the same
value as a Pass in GCSE!
18Essential Skills
Digital Skills
Our new Essential Digital Skills is a
comprehensive course designed to help you
work better in the digital age.
You will start with a short induction day,
where we get to find out all about you and
talk about the course.
Then over the next two weeks you take part
in a range of fun filled lessons that ends
with a brand new essential digital skills
qualification.
Qualifications you can achieve include -
• Entry Level - Level 1 Essential
Digital Skills
• Entry Level - Level 2 Spreadsheets
• Entry Level - Level 2 Word
These courses are a great way to boost your
confidence while gaining a qualification
which is a great addition to your CV!
19Health & Wellbeing
Work through a gentle programme designed to
support your mental and physical wellbeing.
Giving you the ideas and support to take control of aspects
of your life that may be keeping you down or holding you
back.
• Awareness of health and wellbeing • Self-Image & Confidence
• Understanding the importance of a • Developing personal confidence
balanced diet and regular exercise and self-awareness
• Understanding the effects of • Stress and stress management
sleep on health
• Developing emotional resilience
• Social media and mental
well-being • Developing assertive behaviour
• Mindfulness
20Horticulture
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at
gardening or do you simply want to get back to
nature and enjoy the outdoors?
Yes? Then this is the perfect programme for you!
This programme will be delivered in small groups so
you can truly enjoy the tranquillity that comes
alongside gardening!
During this programme you will learn
about:
Sowing & growing seeds
Identification and control of weeds
Preparing soil to plant
How to make and use
compost
identify & grow vegetables and
flowers
Maintenance of planted areas
21Cookery & Crafts
Our cooking and craft courses are back!
These courses are a great way to meet the team
here at Eat That Frog while creating some
fabulous crafts or cooking up a storm in the
kitchen.
Try your hand at -
Macramé
Using essential oils
Decoupaging
and many more!
Or if it’s baking you’re interested in -
Cookies
Chocolate Brownies
Bread making
and many more!
All materials will be provided!
A great way to save money while having
some valuable ‘me time’.
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Are you aged 18-24
and struggling to find
your direction?
We’ll work with you to
find solutions
& sort out the things
you find difficult,
enabling you to progress
and move on to
a brighter future! How can we help?
Overcome your personal
barriers & challenges
Build-up confidence &
Call: 01803-551551 regain your motivation
and talk to Sue Guidance & Support
www.eatthatfrog.ac.uk
Help to access training
Jobsearch ideas and support
Signposting & liaison with
other support services
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Get in touch to find out more!
Phone - 01803 551 551
Email - info@eatthatfrog.ac.uk
Website - www.eatthatfrog.ac.uk
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