Slough Young People’s Centre (SYPC) is pleased to announce the launch of a new art qualification for those wanting to develop their creative skills further.
The Arts Award is a national qualification, available for 14 to 25 year olds, which encourages creative, communication and leadership skills, whilst preparing young people for further education and employment.
There are three levels to the award, which are the equivalent of between GCSE’s and A Level’s.
Arts development officer at Slough Young People’s Centre, Kristiina Paul, said: “Many of the skills the young residents will learn are exactly what college, university and employers are looking for.
“It’s about young people making creative choices, setting themselves challenges and sharing their skills and achievements.”
Commissioner for Slough education, Cllr David Munkley, said: “It is fantastic news that the centre is able to offer this qualification.
“It’s vital that young people are encouraged to use and develop their skills and in doing so, they really set themselves up for the future.”
The Arts Award was developed in partnership with Arts Council England and Trinity Guildhall. It suits a wide range of young people as it recognises individual development, not specific skill levels.
For more information about the award, please contact Kristiina Paul on 01753 539300 or call into SYPC on the high street.
Slough Borough Council
