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“Enrichment beyond the classroom”
CALL US: 012-831 2017
Vocational Program
The Vocational Program at Caterpillar Care Centre is designed to prepare teens and young adults with diverse learning needs for real-world opportunities. We focus on job readiness, life skills, and independence, ensuring participants are equipped to transition confidently from school to community and workplace environments.
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This program combines hands-on training, community exposure, and personalised support, aligned with international best practices in vocational rehabilitation and special education transition programs.
Program Objectives
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Develop Job Readiness Skills – punctuality, teamwork, communication, and responsibility.
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Enhance Practical Vocational Skills – training in relevant industries (hospitality, retail, childcare, office tasks, etc.).
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Promote Independence – teaching money management, transport use, and daily living.
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Build Social & Workplace Etiquette – handling instructions, problem-solving, and customer interaction.
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Foster Confidence & Self-Advocacy – empowering participants to express choices and take ownership.
Key Focus Areas
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Pre-Vocational Skills: Following routines, task completion, communication.
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Workplace Simulation: Role play of office, retail, and hospitality tasks.
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Life Skills Training: Cooking basics, laundry, budgeting, public transport use.
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Entrepreneurship Projects: Small business activities (crafts, baking, services).
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Community Exposure: Visits to workplaces, volunteering, and internships.
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Soft Skills Development: Time management, grooming, teamwork, workplace safety.
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Structure of the Program
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Assessment Phase: Identifying strengths, interests, and suitable vocational pathways.
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Training Modules:
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Module 1: Daily Living & Independence
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Module 2: Workplace Basics & Etiquette
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Module 3: Job-Specific Training (hospitality, retail, office, creative arts, childcare)
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Module 4: Community Participation & Internships
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Hands-On Workshops: Practical training within Caterpillar Care Centre’s vocational labs.
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Internship Placement: Partnered businesses and community organisations.
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Parent & Family Involvement: Coaching on supporting independence at home.
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Review & Certification: Regular evaluations and completion certificates.
Success & Impact
Participants in vocational programs often achieve:
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Greater independence in managing personal and daily routines.
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Skills to work in structured or supported employment.
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Confidence to interact socially in workplace settings.
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Pathways to entrepreneurship or sheltered workshops.
Example: A teen who once struggled with transitions may successfully complete an internship at a local café, or a participant may learn to budget weekly expenses and travel independently by public transport.
