Direct linkERIC Number: ED581504
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2017
Pages: 150
Abstractor: ERIC
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The Really Useful Book of Learning & Earning for Care Leavers
Learning and Work Institute
This book is aimed at young adults (aged between 16 and 25) in England who have recently left care, or are in the process of leaving care. Leaving care and moving into adult life is a big change to go through. This book provides useful information, advice, and activities to help care leavers get used to living independently and make decisions about education and work. It includes information about taking up learning or paid work, where to find support, and care leavers' rights.
Descriptors: Adolescents, Young Adults, Foster Care, Foreign Countries, Adjustment (to Environment), Independent Living, Employment Level, Postsecondary Education, Civil Rights, Daily Living Skills, Workplace Learning, Job Applicants, Job Search Methods, Money Management, Planning, Self Management
Learning and Work Institute. 21 De Montfort St, Leicester LE1 7GL UK. Tel: +44-0116-204-4200; Fax: +44-0116-204-6988; e-mail: enquiries@learningandwork.org.uk; Web site: http://www.learningandwork.org.uk/
Publication Type: Books; Guides - Non-Classroom; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
Sponsor: Department for Education (DfE) (United Kingdom)
Authoring Institution: Learning and Work Institute (United Kingdom)
Identifiers - Location: United Kingdom (England)
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