WHERE PEOPLE AND LEARNING MEET

Level Up For Life and Work

Where ‘ready’ is a journey and not a destination.

BUILD SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE

Welcome to DARE Academy

DARE Academy is a place where you can build skills, confidence and direction, at your pace, in your way, with people who get it.

It is a place where you can make new friends, discover new interests and learn new skills.

At DARE Academy it’s not just about what you learn, it’s about who you learn with and how you’re supported while you’re here.

Build capacity and independence

About our Programs of Support

Programs of Support are structured agreements between us and our participants that describe how supports will be delivered to help participants work toward their individual goals.

They are designed to build capacity, increase independence, and support meaningful participation in work, learning, and everyday life.

What You’ll Learn

DARE Academy’s Programs of Support

Our Programs of Support are woven together through three complementary series, designed to help you achieve your goals, build skills, grow in confidence and connect with others.

Work Ready

Our Work Ready series is for anyone who wants to apply what they’ve learned so far to work opportunities and employment pathway.

Our Programs

Employ Her

An inclusive, strengths-based initiative grounded in principles of choice, control and empowerment, designed to advance the economic participation and leadership of women with disabilities by supporting them to prepare for, enter and thrive in meaningful employment.

Employ Me

An inclusive, strengths-based capacity-building initiative that supports people with disabilities to develop the practical skills, self-advocacy strategies and workplace confidence needed to pursue employment goals, increase independence and participate meaningfully in the workforce.

School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES)

Providing individualised, strengths-based capacity-building to support young people with disability to transition from school into employment; building confidence, independence and informed choice about their next steps.

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    Level Up

    Our Level Up series focuses on building confidence and practical strategies in areas that often create barriers to work and study.

    Our Programs

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    Literacy

    A program of support that helps build the reading, writing, and communication skills needed for everyday life, learning, and work.

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    Numeracy

    A program of support that is designed to assist the development of practical maths skills used for money, time, measurement, and work tasks.

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    Getting Stuff Done

    A program of support that focuses on strengthening executive function skills such as organisation, planning, time management, and task completion to support independence at work and in daily life.

      Discovery Hub

      Our Discovery Hub programs of support provide a chance to explore and ask question about a career you might be interested in.

      Our Programs

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      Starting a Micro Business

      This program of support focuses on the exploration of self-employment and entrepreneurial skills by developing work skills such as planning, communication, and task responsibility.

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      Discovering Cooking and Hospitality

      This program of support introduces participants to basic food preparation, kitchen safety, teamwork, and hospitality practices as an entry point to hospitality pathways.

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      Working with Digital Media

      This program of support builds practical skills in creating and using digital content for work and learning, including confidence with tools and platforms commonly used in workplaces.

        The program is flexible, person-centred and delivered in small groups or one-on-one, depending on participant needs.

        The DARE Academy Experience

        Ready to take the next step?

        There’s more than one way to be ready. To find out more about how DARE Academy can work with you to find your ‘ready’ contact us via email or call.

        Or fill in this form and we will back to you.

        FAQS

        DARE Academy

        We know choosing the right pathway after school can feel overwhelming. Below are answers to some of the most common questions we’re asked about the DARE Academy.

        Who is DARE Academy for?

        DARE Academy is for people aged 15 to 50 who are living with a disability and are ready to build skills, confidence and direction, at your pace, in your way, with people who get it.

        What Programs of Support does DARE Academy offer?

        DARE Academy offer a variety of programs of support, which are run all year around. You can join our programs at any time.

        When can I join a Programs of Support?

        Some of DARE Academy’s Programs of Support run across the whole year; others run for 4 to 6 weeks. However, you can join any of DARE Academy’s Programs of Support at any time.

        Do I need NDIS funding to join?

        Yes. You’ll need NDIS funding to participate. If you’re unsure whether your plan includes the right supports, we can help you check and guide you through what to do next.

        Where is DARE Academy?

        DARE Academy is a part of DARE Disability Services and is based in Springwood.

        Will I get real work experience?

        Yes. We offer a variety of supported work experience placements with local employers. These help you build confidence, gain practical experience, and explore different types of work.

        Can I try it before committing?

        Yes. We offer work experience and work taster sessions so you can meet the team and experience DARE Academy.

        How do I get started?

        Scroll up and complete the Register Now form. Be sure to select DARE Academy as your area of interest, and one of our friendly team members will be in touch.