New Hull program helps Veterans identify skills and re-enter workforce

It's been launched by the University of Hull and Hull 4 Heroes

Author: Rebecca QuarmbyPublished 22nd Oct 2024

A new program in Hull is set to help veterans identify their skills and get back into the workplace.

Developed by Hull 4 Heroes and The University of Hull, people are invited to Princes Quay tomorrow to find out about the available opportunities.

Dr Catherine Wynne, who is teaching on the programme along with colleagues from Business, Policing, Education, Creative Writing, History and the University’s Student Futures team, said:

“The Hull Veterans Career Transition Programme (VCTA) is an exciting new initiative developed by Hull 4 Heroes and the University of Hull.

"It is an accredited training programme specifically designed to support veterans in making a career change after serving in the Armed Forces and to harness their existing skills to support them in developing alternative career paths in the Humber region and beyond.”

A VCTA Open Day will be held at Hull 4 Heroes Drop in Centre in Princes Quay on Wednesday 23 October from 1pm to encourage veterans and their family members to find out more about changing career paths and preparing for a fulfilling future in a new industry.

Helen Skinner, Armed Forces Hub Manager, said: “We are excited to be partnering with the University of Hull on this exciting new course. Sometimes, people leaving the forces do not see their transferable skills and the benefits they can bring to a workplace. This bespoke course will allow veterans and their family members to identify their skills and offer an insight into career paths they may not have considered available to them.”

You can get in touch with Hulle 4 Heroes here.