A human resources (HR) course initiated in Kraaifontein by non-profit Nostop in January, has surpassed all expectations with 115 young people having completed their training, many of whom secured opportunities in the field.
Nostop founder, Charlene Miles says this programme is a staggering success and has garnered overwhelming interest and participation.
“It has seen an unprecedented number of applicants since its inception,” she says.
The three-day training course is aimed at empowering disadvantaged, unemployed youth and presented in collaboration with the Department of Labour in Bellville and non-profit YoungPeople@Work, an organisation for unemployed, disadvantaged young adults.
It provides students seeking a career in HR with essential skills and knowledge. Furthermore, the programme facilitates bursaries to participants that were once beyond their reach.
Miles says the investment in the potential of these young people has yielded remarkable outcomes.
The workshop contributes to getting youth employed in several ways.
Firstly, it provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of HR principles, practices and industry trends making them more attractive to potential employees.
The course also offers free psychometric testing and job shadow opportunities to enhance the employability of youth in the job market,” she says.
Overwhelming response
“With a class that is consistently full month after month, it is evident that the human resources course has struck a chord with aspiring HR professionals.
“The enthusiasm and dedication shown by the students have been both inspiring and humbling to the organisers.
“We never thought that there would be such an overwhelming response. It is heartening to witness the determination and eagerness of these people to build a better future for themselves.”
In response to the overwhelming interest, the organisers have expanded their efforts to accommodate more participants and recently introduced a pilot programme via WhatsApp training, while plans are underway to launch an online version of the course, enabling students from all corners of the country to benefit from the opportunity.
For more information contact Charlene Miles on 064 994 8925 or info@cyrom.co.za
