Training and Consultancy Services

It is crucial in todays social climate that professionals working with the most disadvantaged citizens in society keep abreast of the ever-changing social change agendas and skills needed to provide the best service possible to people who need it most.

The Extra Mile Group provides a range of specialist training programmes to aid the professional development of people working within the Social Change Spectrum.

All of the courses are designed by experts in their field and promote active learning by all participants, and are delivered by qualified and experienced adult trainers. From one day courses to residential learning experiences the Extra Mile group aims to provide learning which promotes a seamless transition back into the workplace.

All of the training courses are specifically designed and adapted to meet the organisations needs and agendas, whilst ensuring that all participants learning needs are met. The courses aim to be informative, challenging, and enjoyable experiences which allow people to “safely” gain the crucial knowledge they need to continue to remain motivated in their work.

The courses are specifically designed for work with the following groups of people in society:

  • Young people who are involved in crime and/or anti social behaviour
  • Young people who use drugs/alcohol
  • Family and personal relationship issues
  • Young parents
  • Young people who are not in education, training or employment (NEET)
  • Young people from ethnic minority groups/disabilities
  • Socio-economic issues

Examples of courses we offer are:

  • Health and Fitness promotion
  • Sex and Sexual Health awareness
  • Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour agendas
  • Positive and effective communication and engagement
  • Family and personal relationships assessment, planning and interventions
  • Safety (including internet safety)
  • Drugs and Alcohol awareness
  • Peer and Social influence issues
  • Self-esteem and Confidence
  • Social skill development.

The Extra Mile Group also provide specialist Consultancy Services to organisations who require advice and support, whether it be for designing new services, to setting up new projects. The experts can provide a range of services, from advice on Government agendas, to management support in implementing new initiatives.