Travelling with Confidence
Gain confidence, go further!
Travel confidently with our FREE travel training qualification
What is travel training?
Our travel training qualification helps people to gain skills and confidence to use
public transport safely and independently.
Who is travel training for?
The training is for adults with a learning disability and/or autistic people in Gateshead and South Tyneside.
What will you learn?
-
How to read timetables and plan routes
-
Using contactless or travel cards
-
Road and personal safety tips
-
What to do if you get lost or need help
-
Real journeys with a friendly travel buddy
-
Learning to work in a group setting
How does it work?
-
Step 1: Get in touch and tell us about your travel goals
-
Step 2: Meet with your travel trainer and group for a planning session
-
Step 3: Attend group sessions and practice journeys with support over 6-12 weeks.
-
Step 4: Travel independently or with more confidence!
Ready to start your journey?
Contact our Travel Coordinator Lucie Henderson to find out more on 07587 737062 or lucie.henderson@yvc.org.uk.
Visit New project to tackle travel barriers for people with learning disabilities launches today for more information about our Travelling with Confidence project.
Visit Meet the team to find out about our Travelling with Confidence team.
