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Activity runs on following dates
The activity runs from 7 October 2026 to 7 October 2026.
The Our City does not manage bookings for this activity and is not responsible for the delivery of the project.
What
Join one of our free 6, 11 or 12-week skill courses focusing on catering, hairdressing, content creation and more.
Each course is designed for young people aged 14-19 and gives you the skills, hands-on experience and guidance from industry professionals you need to start your own business or kick-start your professional employment journey.
ALL of our skills courses are FREE and run weekly on either Tuesdays or Wednesdays at The Avenues Youth Project from 6:30 pm-9:30 pm
So, whether you have dreams of becoming the next KSI, want to be the nail stylist to the stars or you just want to make some extra cash while you study, Kickstart Careers will give you the tools and experience you need to get started.
KICKSTART CAREERS COURSES:
- Khadys Dream – 11 weeks
Khadys’ Dream explores positive choices, the consequences of crime, resilience, mentoring, alternative career paths and future planning - Photography – 6 weeks
Learn camera settings, composition, lighting, portrait photography, visual storytelling, editing and how to build a portfolio. - Content Creation – 6 weeks poster (25th Nov)
Learn planning, filming, editing, social media strategy, branding and safe online practices. Everything you need to start your own digital portfolio. - Hairdressing – 12 weeks
Back by popular demand - Discover the world of hairdressing in our 12-week hair care and styling course. You’ll learn ponytail construction, Box and Knotless braiding techniques, crochet wig making, clip-in extensions and more.
- Khadys Dream – 11 weeks
Find out more and sign up for your course here.
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