Measures to Increase Competitiveness (MIC) are targeted toward promoting the competitiveness of the unemployed, job seekers and people at risk of unemployment in the labour market.
As part of ESF project “Skills Development for Adults” three e-learning modules (in Latvian) have been produced for the clients:
- For developing financial skills of inhabitants of Latvia e-learning module “My money today and tomorrow. Financial skills”.
The aim of the e-learning module is to develop understanding about family budget and managing personal finances, taxes and the relationship between paying taxes and being able to receive social benefits;
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E-learning module “Writing a cover letter and preparing for a job interview”.
The e-learning module contains theoretical information and audio-visual materials (images, videos etc.) and self-assessment tests. - E-learning module “How to create an effective job search strategy”. Thematic content of the e-learning module: job search, time management, stress management.
E-learning modules are available on website http://e-apmaciba.nva.gov.lv, which requires signing in trough Authentication via Single Sign-On module.
MIC include group lessons (courses, seminars, lectures) for psychological support, acquiring job seeking methods and the basic abilities and skills demanded in labour market.
Courses:
- Official language (Latvian) – 40acad. h
- Digital skills and overcoming psychological barriers – 40 acad. h
- Business writing skills and record keeping organization, document development practicum - 40 acad. h
- Business relations culture, negotiation and public speaking/presentation - 40 acad. h
- Learning skills and methods. Self-organization and time management - 40 acad. h
- Health promotion and stress reduction - 40 acad. h
- Assistant-companion for a person with a disability - 40 acad. h
- The importance of the work environment and psycho-emotional factors for older people - 40 acad. h
- Periodic training for drivers (code 95) - 35 acad. h