The Step Up Programme offers individuals a choice of pathways, designed to meet various employment and training needs.
For 2025/2026 we are running a choice of two pathways - WRAP and DARE.
Sessions are FREE to attend as all costs are met by the Department for the Economy. Step Up will provide you with an opportunity to build confidence, explore career options, build on existing skills, while also benefiting from one-to-one mentorship.
Pathway 1: Women Returners Access Programme (WRAP)
Designed for women aged 18+, who are currently unemployed or economically inactive, wishing to return to education.
Participants will:
- Receive mentorship
- Develop an individual learning plan
- Receive FREE expert 1-2-1 career guidance by SERC Careers Advisors
- Learn new skills
- Build confidence
Programme Name | Location | Start Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
Step Up to Beauty | SERC Bangor | January 2026 1 morning per week | 12 Weeks |
Step Up to Cookery | Community Venue, Bangor | January 2026 1 morning per week | 12 Weeks |
| Step Up to Restart Lite | SERC Campuses | January 2026 1 morning per week | 12 Weeks |
Pathway 2: Disability Action Route to Education and Employment (DARE)
Designed for anyone aged 16+ who has a disability or is neurodivergent.
Participants will:
- Receive mentorship
- Develop an individual learning plan
- Receive FREE expert 1-2-1 career guidance by SERC Careers Advisors
- Learn new skills
- Build confidence
- Gain a qualification
Upcoming Courses:
| Programme name | Location | Start Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Step Up to Joinery | Kircubbin & SERC Ards | February 2026 1 morning per week | 12 weeks |
How To Register for a Pathway:
Email: StepUp@serc.ac.uk
Phone: 0345 600 7555
Register Online: Click here to Register your Interest
Contact Us
Telephone: 0345 600 7555 or Email: stepup@serc.ac.uk
StepUp - Supported by the Skills Fund, Delivering the Minister’s Economic Vision