Step Up Programme

The Step Up Programme offers anyone aged 16+ a choice of four pathways, designed to meet various employment and training needs. This is FREE to attend as all costs are met by the Department for the Economy, and help is also available with Mentoring, Childcare and Travel costs. If you are looking to gain skills and education to help you get into work, the Step Up Programme could be for you. Pathways will start the week beginning 4th September 2023 across all campuses.  All Pathways are person-centred and flexible, and each student will be given personal support to help you reach your goals.  

If you need help or advice to find out which pathway is right for you or to register your interest email stepup@nrc.ac.uk

Designed for those aged 16-24 not in education, employment or training.

Participants will:

• Develop an individual learning plan
• Receive support up to a Level 1 qualification
• Receive mentorship
• Receive FREE expert 1-2-1 career guidance by our Careers Advisors
• Learn new skills

Designed for anyone aged 24+ who is unemployed or economically inactive and looking to build their skills to enter employment. This Pathway is designed to give you confidence and to develop skills.

Participants will:

• Develop an individual learning plan

• Receive mentorship

• Receive FREE expert 1-2-1 career guidance by our Careers Advisors

• Learn new skills

To find out if this pathway is right for you or to register your interest email stepup@nrc.ac.uk

Designed for anyone aged 16+ who has a disability or is neurodivergent.  

Participants will:

• Receive support through mentorship, job coaching and action planning
• Develop an individual learning plan
• Receive FREE expert 1-2-1 career guidance by our Careers Advisors
• Learn new skills

To find out if this Pathway is right for you or to register your interest email stepup@nrc.ac.uk.

Designed for women, who are currently unemployed or economically inactive, wishing to return to education to refresh skills, to upskill and to build confidence.  

Participants will:

• Receive support through mentorship, job coaching and action planning
• Develop an individual learning plan
• Receive FREE expert 1-2-1 career guidance by our Careers Advisors
• Learn new skills