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Thanet Training Centre

Training for people with physical and learning disabilities

Shaw Trust in Thanet offers support and training for people with physical and learning disabilities. We can help you to gain confidence and realise what you can achieve through training and work opportunities.

You can choose from a number of training programmes, such as:
  • Computer courses including a basic word processing course
  • Literacy and numeracy
  • Art courses
  • Life skills including confidence building and social skills
  • Job searching and CV preparation

Accredited training is also available:

  • Further computer courses are run in partnership with Canterbury College, from a basic introduction to a more advanced word processing course
  • National Skills Profile training in English, Maths and IT

Moving on

We can support you to find voluntary or paid work by providing you with:
  • Work preparation skills
  • Help with application forms and interviews
  • Advice about talking to employers
  • Support in a work placement
“Since attending the Shaw Trust centre in Thanet I have become more confident and have achieved qualifications in English and Maths.”
Cassia Payne

Here to help

Our services are free to anyone who is eligible and you will need to be referred to us by your care manager.

To find out more, contact Linda Sykes on 01843 601937

Shaw Trust
Thanet Centre
38 Blenheim Close
Pysons Road Industrial Estate
Broadstairs
Kent
CT10 2YF

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