The Premier League plays a positive role in the personal development of thousands of young people through The Prince's Trust: Football programme.

12-week structured courses incorporate activities that help 16 to 25-year-olds to develop the skills, confidence and motivation to find work while gaining nationally recognised qualifications.

strengthens links

The involvement of Barclays Premier League clubs assists with recruitment, encourages young people in their progress and strengthens links with the local community.

Clubs have continued to lend their support by offering:

  • Venues for presentations or as a team base
  • Match tickets
  • Work Placements
  • Player involvement
  • Motivational talks
  • Articles in match day programmes
  • The use of the club logo on promotional material

    Courses are open to young people aged from 16 to 25 who are employed, unemployed or those on the New Deal.

    75 per cent of Prince's Trust volunteers who were previously unemployed go on to find employment, enter further education or undertake more training. 90 per cent of employers report an improvement in the skills and attitudes of employed participants on their return to work.

    To find out more go to www.princestrust.org.