Steps to Work Programme

As delivery agent for the Steps to Work programme Cookstown Enterprise Centre provides help and assistance to unemployed people who are thinking of starting a business.Support provided includes:-

  • An initial introduction to self employment
  • A short business training course covering areas such as sales and marketing, legal and statutory issues, financial management and general business practices.
  • One-to-one mentoring
  • Assistance to produce a business plan

Clients can also avail of a “Test Trading” period for up to 26 weeks. This period allows participants to experience the realities of self employment and to ascertain if their proposed business is sustainable. The participants will continue to receive their benefits during this period.

Need more information?

For all enquires regarding the Steps to Work Programme please contact Dana on dana@cookstownenterprise.com or by phone on 028 86763660 or  use the form below:

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