Digital Youth Academy

QA

Three bootcamps were offered by QA Ltd. for a period of four weeks for 16 to 24-year-olds to develop the skills required to enter the workforce and earn a high paying wage or graduate to a Modern Apprenticeship.

The Business & Digital Skills bootcamp was aimed at young people with no, or basic, IT skills where they learned problem solving, PC passport, introduction to digital marketing, web skills, creative content skills and CV building and preparing for interviews.

The Tech Primer bootcamp was aimed at young people with average IT skills where they learned introduction to programming, contributing to data management, network infrastructure and cloud computing, IT service requests, introduction to cyber security, CV building and interview preparation.

At the end of the programme, participants were supported with future job prospects or provided with other positive destinations, such as an apprenticeship or further education.

QA ASN

A specific programme was delivered to a group of young people with additional support needs who are currently participating in our “No Limits” programme, through the Supported Employment team. The programme was specifically tailored to the needs of the 14 participants, in a fun and creative learning environment, while also providing opportunities to develop both their digital and life skills.