Creativity Thirst Programme

Are you are considering setting up your own business in the Creative Industries? Or looking to make a little extra income with your creative skills? Well this project is for you. This short and accessible programme will enable learners to develop a full business plan and a portfolio, including IT presentations and promotional material of their craft/ skills. Participants will also receive guidance from a mentor who will prompt and guide them through this experience. And all within a creative learning environment. This project has been developed by the WEA in response to specific needs identified in the Creative Industries and follows on from other successful schemes over the last couple of years.

Who’s it for? Anyone who holds qualifications in their particular skills area at Level 2 or above (i.e. if you have achieved higher than a GCSE Grade D or a CCEA Creative Crafts level 2) and want to explore income generation or self employment in the Creative Industries. Applicants must attend a short interview in early September 2010 before beginning the programme.

Where will the training take place? The Market Place Theatre and Arts Centre, Market Street Armagh BT61 7BW

What will I be doing? Learners must complete both courses – one course is a qualification from CCEA Council for the Curriculum Examinations and the other is accredited with the Open College Network Northern Ireland (OCNNI).

Irresistible Business Level 2: Thursday, 23rd September, 6.45pm-9.45pm for 13 weeks.

This is the ideal entry point for those wishing to get involved in business start-up and will allow you to explore the implications of self-employment and starting/running your own business.

Professional Practice in The Creative Industries Level 1: Saturdays, 9th October, 6th & 20th November 2010. 10.00am- 5.00pm.

There are different ways of accessing self-employment opportunities in the Creative Industries and this course will look at a range of approaches which could be used. It will also help you develop your professional profile which could result in gaining work in the Creative Industries. You will also consider if being in business is the right thing to do and how you might have to develop your skills and life style accordingly.

Contact Box Office for application form - [028] 3752 1821

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