Step 1: Register for EDGE
The most important thing is to get started but where do you start? First of all you need to register for EDGE.
You can choose your activities but to help you get started we're highlighting the activities BELOW as the perfect launchpad for your EDGE Award journey.
Self Awareness & Reflection
The development of your self awareness is like developing the foundation for your success.
Understanding your strengths, weakness, preferences and interests will help you make better decisions about your career, job search and skills development.
It can also help build your confidence.
This self directed activity is the perfect start and will also help you figure out the skills you need to develop through other EDGE activities and experiences.
Recruitment Ready
Regardless of your Year Group or subject area you need to be Recruitment Ready and we know students often struggle with their job search. This might be related to completing a CV/Application, preparing for an interview or something else.
The good news is that Recruitment Ready is an activity that will help you develop your job search confidence through personalised 1-1 support. We know every student brings their own unique goals and barriers and through this activity we will help you boost your career confidence.
Help and advice
If you need advice on your EDGE Award journey please get in touch.
Our expert Employability Advisor team can help you choose activities that will you help you develop the skills and qualities you need.