- Ages 14 to 18
- In-school
- 7 September 2020 to 1 August 2021
- Up to 2 days
- Free
Workshop
Give your students a taste of teamwork and problem solving with a range of activities from mapping to decoding with the Army.
The Elite Skills Academy workshops are suitable for up to 60 students aged 14 to 18. The workshops help develop mental and physical attributes through a series of tasks focused on teamwork, problem solving and enjoyment!
Serving soldiers including engineers, healthcare professionals and technicians deliver the activity, giving students the opportunity to find out more about STEM and other career paths and learn more about the Army.
Duration
Depending on the needs of the school, the Elite Skills Academy can be delivered in a minimum of 2 hours and up to 2 days.
Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
Develop engineering employability skills
Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
Challenge stereotypes by showing the diversity of disciplines, people and skills involved in engineering
The Gatsby benchmarks are a framework for good careers guidance for schools across all of England and in some areas across the rest of the UK. This experience helps your school to reach the following benchmarks:
The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills:
Aiming High - the ability to set clear, tangible goals and devise a robust route to achieving them.
Leadership - supporting, encouraging and motivating others to achieve a shared goal.
Listening - the ability to listen and understand information.
Problem Solving - the ability to find a solution to a complex situation or challenge.
Speaking - the oral transmission of information or ideas.
Staying Positive - the ability to use tactics to overcome setbacks and achieve goals.
Teamwork - working cooperatively with others towards achieving a shared goal.
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