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How do you apply for a course?Click Register Now on the CEO website, it will direct you to the registration forms. Select the one that is appropriate for the young person's circumstances and goals and complete it online. Once it has been submitted, you will be contacted to arrange further steps.
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Can a 16+ register with CEO independently?Young people 16+ are welcome to register with us. We do require contact details for either parent/guardian, key worker, or social worker.
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Will work experience be part of the program?We aim to offer work experience to everyone attending CEO's programmes. However, this will depend on the young person's progress and attitude, as well as available opportunities at the time. Work experience will range from, work within the community, site placements and/or work on a CEO Self-Build Project.
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How long is a course?We deliver a range of courses and this will be dependable on prior learning and capabilities, our aim is not to delay progress. As a general guideline, the KS3-4 programmes vary depending on the school's or referring agency's requirements, for up to 2 years. For those who are 16+ and NEET (Not in Employment, Education or Training) we aim to deliver qualifications within the following timeframes: 6 weeks - L1 Certificate 9 weeks - L1 Extended Certificate 12 weeks - L1 Diploma 1 yr for level 2 Health and Safety in the Built Environment Level 1 and CSCS testing - 3-5 days all in. We understand that individuals will progress at different rates, our goal is that each will attain the best possible qualification/s. Should an individual require additional time, we will always be willing to discuss this; it will be based on APGA (refer to course criteria question).
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Will a recognized qualification be gained?Yes. We shall deliver qualifications from a range of Awarding Bodies, including NOCN, City & Guilds, Gateway Qualifications, EAL and CITB.
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When does the course start?We deliver a roll-on roll-off programme for short courses. One year courses will start in September and Janurary.
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Is there a fee for Key Stage 4 students?Yes; fees are payable by the referring school, local authority or agency responsible for referring the young person. Please get in touch for a quote.
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What are the hours of training?It depends on the age group. KS3/4 students start at 9:30am and finish at 2:30pm, while young people aged 16+ start at 8:30am and finish at 4:00pm. This is because we are preparing those who are working age to be ready to work in the construction industry. Construction workers are expected to be on site between the hours of 7.30pm-5pm! Evening classes to be confirmed, 5pm-8pm.
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Are there courses for adult improvers?Yes, please refer to our DIY Weekend Courses for further information.
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What are the entry criteria for enrolment to CEO?Our criteria is very simply, we want you to join a CEO Programme, because it's what you desire! Enrolment is only part of the journey, to maintain your placement, we require you to comply to APGA: Attendance, Punctuality and Good Attitude😊
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Is there guaranteed employment after training is completed?Opportunities will be presented as and when we will be in talks with companies, job centre and recruitment agencies. Our aim is to place every trainee with an employer for a minimum of 3 months, to develop their skills, confidence and make constructive decisions about the field they wish to pursue going forward. A bespoke programme shall be delivered, aimed at trainees who would prefer to become self-employed. We will help you to prepare a business plan, budget and cashflow spreadsheet, advertise your business, as well as help you build a customer database.
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