This is a programme delivered in partnership between Redcar Parents, Pregnancy Support and DISC.
Established in 1985, DISC is an independent North of England based charity that provides services for deprived and excluded young people and adults. Many of those we support have fallen through the net of statutory provision. DISC provides services for both adults and young people. We are using the Parenting Fund grant to provide services for young parents through referrals received from Redcar Parents and Pregnancy Support.
YMTB - Accredited NCFE 12 week course for pregnant young women (aged 13-19) and their partners
The course will support young people through their pregnancy by providing antenatal care and advice. It will cover: sexual health; contraception; health education; diet; smoking; drugs and alcohol advice; IT and communication skills and practical parenting. The course will give participants an opportunity for developing friendships and peer support.
The programme is 2 days per week. Service users can access EMA (16-19) Further education, training and employment is incorporated into the units. Target per year: 20
Parents with Prospects - Accredited NCFE 10 week course aimed at parents 16-19 yrs
The course will help participants to provide a safe and secure environment for their children. At the end of the course young parents will have the skills and knowledge of safety in the home, practical parenting, play and bonding, children's health, weaning and feeding, healthy living, communication, money management, IT and DIY skills. The programme is 2 days per week. Target per year: 25.
Peer Education
After completing either or both of the courses participants will be encouraged to train as 'peer educators'.
Peer educators will work with vulnerable young people excluded from mainstream school. They will lead sessions covering safe sex and the difficulties faced in being a teenage parent. Training for the educators will include: lesson plans and preparation, presentation skills, legislation, confidentiality and team working.
The programme is 1 day a week (17 weeks). Target per year: 7