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Fife Arts and Crafts Enterprise Training (FACET) is a pre-vocational workshop, offering a range of employment skills and development opportunities to people affected by disability. Skills development opportunities include training in:

  • Pottery and woodwork
  • IT and computers

Employment opportunities include access to:

  • Work placement with local employers
  • Voluntary work and paid employment

Nigel WedgeSteven FiggDavid SeivewrightArtomatic 2003Colin TownsendWooden door with ceramic hinges

Nigel Wedge
"The best thing about a placement was it allowed me to build my confidence and self-esteem and I felt part of the community. It made me feel worthwhile. It was a good support network, having new people in my life."
Contact:Andrew Parrye-mail:Andrew.Parry@fife.gov.uktel.:01592 415877

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