NEXUS
Work and careers 101
How labour markets work, and how to plan a career in a new country.
Work and careers 101
How labour markets work, and how to plan a career in a new country.
Level
Foundations
Who it is for
Everyone from about age 14: young people, adults, parents and newcomers. No prior knowledge is needed.
Format
Self-paced online, in plain language, with maps, figures, short quizzes and a discussion.
About 6 hours. Hours are an estimate.
What you will be able to do
- Describe how labour markets work, using official statistics.
- Map your skills to job descriptions.
- Find recognised routes to work in a regulated profession.
Modules
- How labour markets work. Jobs, wages and unemployment, measured.
- Skills and jobs. Describing skills and reading job adverts.
- Regulated professions. Recognition, licensing and where to ask.
- Rights at work. Contracts, pay and safe work.
Assessment
A short check after each module, with feedback. Completion is recorded; it is not an accredited award.
Status
Draft outline for scholarly review. The lessons, readings and questions are in preparation. Completion is recorded; nothing is accredited.
This course is shared by IDCDC and KCO. Course codes: IDCDC-WRK-08 (IDCDC) and KCO-WRK-08 (KCO).