Into Work

Synopsis

Case studies highlighting different routes into work and investigating various social and economic issues facing those starting work. In seven units: 1) New Deal: options for those claiming Job Seekers Allowance; 2) Earn and Learn: work-based training leading to an NVQ; 3) Reach for the Sky: professional training such as British Airways’ mix theory and practice; 4) Call Centres: huge growth area but a modern sweatshop? 5) Fairness at Work: new laws explained; 6) The Minimum Wage: argues different points of view; 7) Safety at Work: what can be done about health and safety.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 60 min.

Year of production

1999

Availability

Sale; 2001 sale: £32.00 (+VAT +p&p)

Documentation

Accompanying text.

Uses

Ages 14-18.

Subjects

Education

Keywords

careers guidance; employment issues; employment law; employment training; job seeking

Production Company

Name

Team Video Productions

Distributor

Name

Team Video Productions

Email

admin@team-video.co.uk

Web

http://www.team-video.co.uk/ External site opens in new window

Phone

020 8960 5536

Fax

020 8960 9784

Address

PO Box 38194
London
W10 5WZ

Notes

Producer and distributor of DVD-based teaching packs for schools and colleges that aim to stimulate discussion on issues in areas including citizenship, religious education, critical thinking, energy and environment, and careers/work experience.