Amy was referred to atWork Australia’s ParentsNext Program at their Gosnells offices. She was a single mother of two young children who was midway through her Diploma of Beauty Therapy.
Amy was keen to complete her course although she was experiencing several personal issues and therefore placed her studies on hold. Amy’s ParentsNext Support Consultant arranged counselling from atWork Australia’s psychological services and after a period she was able to recommence her studies and finish her Diploma.
Amy’s long-term goal was to open and run her own Beauty Therapy business from home. Following a training skills analysis, her Support Consultant recommended that Amy complete a Certificate 111 in Business to assist her to the learn the necessary skills to run a business. She was also provided with a laptop to complete the online qualification.
Now Amy is ready to fulfil her career dreams as a Beauty Therapist business owner and is full of confidence to embark on this exciting career journey. She can also confidently work for home, whilst caring for her young children.
Amy said that ‘I am extremely grateful for ParentsNext, particularly my Support Consultant’s unwavering support and would highly recommend this program to other parents wishing to set and achieve their employment goals’.
ParentsNext is a service funded by the Federal Government, which is aimed at helping eligible parents of children aged six months to 5 years plan and prepare for employment by the time their children start school.
atWork Australia initially were awarded a ParentsNext contract in July 2018 to provide specialist pre-employment services in Perth’s south until 30 June 2021. This service provision has now been extended until June 2024. To find out more about atWork Australia’s ParentsNext services and the offices of ParentsNext in Perth South, please visit the atWork Australia’s ParentsNext webpage
