Are you or someone you know looking to restart or kick start a career despite a visual impairment? Our course, based at our  Head Office in Stanmore, and our centre in Ealing is designed to help you gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence you need to succeed in searching for a job and landing that interview.

Over six weeks , you’ll learn face to face from experienced trainers and industry experts in a supportive and accessible environment. We’ll cover topics such as job search strategies, CV writing, interview skills, assistive technology , and how to handle change and transition. 
After you have completed the course, you will have access to mentoring and coaching from experienced professionals who will guide you through the job search process and help you develop your career path. Our goal is to help you achieve your career goals and facilitate an equal level playing field in the job application process. 
But don’t just take our word for it! Here’s what some of our previous participants have said:

“I feel so much more confident about my job prospects now.” – Nada, 48

“The trainers were fantastic and really went the extra mile to make sure everyone understood.” – Alexis, 22

“I never thought I could work in this field, but now I’m excited to apply for jobs!” – Richard, 61

MAB’s Employment Service understands that every person with a visual impairment is different. As a result, we have fluid processes in place, doing training differently. Our candidates go through a journey of self-acceptance, self-discovery, learning and a clear vision to employment. A benchmark for the sector, enabling people with a visual impairment with the skills and confidence to enter the work arena, for the jobs they want and not what others think they can do because of their visual impairment.

To register your interest or find out more, contact us today:  EmploymentService@aftb.org.uk  or 020 8423 5141 

FAQs

Q: What does the Employment Service cost me?
A:  The course is FREE for eligible participants. 

Q: How long is the course?
A:   Our Clear Vision to Employment Course, brought to you by Middlesex Association for Blind’ s Employment Service, is a  free 2-day-a-week for 6 weeks’ course designed specifically for individuals with visual impairments, and it incorporates various modules to guide you through the process of finding employment.

So if you’re an adult sensory team member, ECLO, GP, DWP, Jobcentre Plus staff, or council adult services representative in the London Boroughs of Ealing, Brent, Enfield, Hounslow, Richmond, Hillingdon, Haringey, Barnet, or Harrow, or someone with a visual impairment in these areas, don’t miss out on this opportunity.

Q: Will I have the right tools to get through this course?
A: Yes, we have the latest assistive technology software that aids you in having a clear vision to employment, and our course facilitators are there to guide you through every step of the way.

Q: Will I get a job after this course?
A: We will only open the door, but you will have to walk through it. However, we at MAB Employment Service will be on hand to guide you and help you achieve that goal, making sure you are well prepared and fully equipped with the knowledge to get that dream career or job.

A CLEAR VISION TO EMPLOYMENT COURSE DATES 2024

Please note all courses start at 10am and end at 3.30pm

Course 15

Monday 4th November-Tuesday 5th November

Monday 11th November-Tuesday 12th November

Monday 18th November-Tuesday 19th November

Monday 25th November-Tuesday 26th November

Monday 2nd December-Tuesday 3rd December

Monday 9th December-Tuesday 10th December

A CLEAR VISION TO EMPLOYMENT COURSE DATES 2025

Please note all courses start at 10am and end at 3.30pm

Course

Monday 20th January-Tuesday 21st January 

Monday 27th January-Tuesday 28th January 

Monday 3rd February-Tuesday 4th February 

Monday 10th February-Tuesday 11th February 

Monday 17th February-Tuesday 18th February 

Monday 24th February-Tuesday 25th February 

Course

Monday 10th MarchTuesday 11th March 

Monday 17th March-Tuesday 18th March 

Monday 24th March-Tuesday 25th March 

Monday 31st MarchTuesday 1st April 

Monday 7th April-Tuesday 8th April 

Monday 14th April-Tuesday 15th April

Course

Tuesday 29th April-Wednesday 30th April 

Tuesday 6th May-Wednesday 7th May 

Tuesday 13th MayWednesday 14th May 

Tuesday 20th MayWednesday 21st May 

Tuesday 27th MayWednesday 28th May 

Tuesday 3rd June-Wednesday 4th June 

Course

Monday 16th June-Tuesday 17th June 

Monday 23rd June-Tuesday 24th June 

Monday 30th June-Tuesday 1st July 

Monday 7th July-Tuesday 8th July 

Monday 14th July-Tuesday 15th July 

Monday 21st July-Tuesday 22nd July 

Course

Tuesday 5th August-Wednesday 6th August 

Tuesday 12th August-Wednesday 13th August 

Tuesday 19th August-Wednesday 20th August 

Tuesday 26th August-Wednesday 27th August 

Tuesday 2nd September-Wednesday 3rd September 

Tuesday 9th SeptemberWednesday 10th September 

Course

Monday 22nd September-Tuesday 23rd September 

Monday 29th September-Tuesday 30th September 

Monday 6th October-Tuesday 7th October 

Monday 13th October-Tuesday 14th October 

Monday 20th October-Tuesday 21st October 

Monday 27th October-Tuesday 28th October 

Course

Monday 10th NovemberTuesday 11th November 

Monday 17th November-Tuesday 18th November 

Monday 24th November-Tuesday 25th November 

Monday 1st DecemberTuesday 2nd December 

Monday 8th December-Tuesday 9th December 

Monday 15th December-Tuesday 16th December


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