Instructions for Trainers & Facilitators delivering the Appearance Matters Training Modules LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME This project has been funded with support from the European Commission LLP UK-LEONARDO-LMP. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use, which may be made of the information contained therein.

Aim of these Instructions To provide information for trainers and facilitators on how to use the Appearance Matters training modules in the context of providing training for Vocational Guidance Counsellors and Trainers LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME This project has been funded with support from the European Commission LLP UK-LEONARDO-LMP. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use, which may be made of the information contained therein.

Aim of the modules To provide vocational guidance counsellors and vocational trainers with knowledge and understanding relating to the prevalence and potential impacts of appearance dissatisfaction, together with hints and tips for addressing these issues amongst their trainees LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME This project has been funded with support from the European Commission LLP UK-LEONARDO-LMP. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use, which may be made of the information contained therein.

Content of the course Module 1: Does Appearance Matter? An introduction. Module 2: Psychological impacts of appearance dissatisfaction. Module 3: The impact of appearance dissatisfaction on health. Module 4: Appearance dissatisfaction and social disadvantage. Module 5: Interventions Designed to Improve Body Image. Module 6: How to recognise symptoms of appearance- related distress. Modules 7: Approaches and sources of support. LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME This project has been funded with support from the European Commission LLP UK-LEONARDO-LMP. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use, which may be made of the information contained therein.

Teaching Material (available at Theoretical Report - Appearance matters: optimising the outcomes for vocational guidance counselling and vocational training, which describes what is known on the incidence and impacts of appearance disatisfaction. – available in English, Deutsch, Italian, Lithuanian, Norvegian and Swedish languages National Reports (for Austria, Italy, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom) which contains information information about educational and vocational training system, current unemployment rates and health care provision in respective country together with specific appearance related questions Synthesis report which is based on National reports and focuses mainly uponthe appearancerelatedquestions PowerPoint Presentation for each module LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME This project has been funded with support from the European Commission LLP UK-LEONARDO-LMP. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use, which may be made of the information contained therein.

Options for Implementing the Modules Training can employ all the modules, or a selection of modules. They can be delivered in the context of Half day course (suggested number of participants 4-24) One day training course Self directed learning LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME This project has been funded with support from the European Commission LLP UK-LEONARDO-LMP. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use, which may be made of the information contained therein.

Half day course Based on 2-4 selected modules Number of participants 4-24 Teaching methods used: – Interactive lectures, small group discussion, discussions in pairs LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME This project has been funded with support from the European Commission LLP UK-LEONARDO-LMP. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use, which may be made of the information contained therein.

One day course Duration of the course 8 hours Suggested number of participants 10 – 24 Possible teaching methods: – Interactive lectures, small group discussion, discussions in pairs, analysis of case studies, LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME This project has been funded with support from the European Commission LLP UK-LEONARDO-LMP. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use, which may be made of the information contained therein.

Self directed learning Allow 8-10 hours to read and consider the materials – Theoretical report – Synthesis report – Powerpoint Modules Reflect on your own experience – How do you feel about your own appearance? In what ways do these feelings influence your behaviour? – Does the appearance of your trainees have an impact on your behaviour? – Does their appearance and the way they feel about it affect their self perceptions or behaviour – Does appearance affect your trainees chances of achieving good outcomes from their training (for example, in obtaining employment) – Discuss these experiences with your colleagues in relation to their work After completing each module – Consider whether and how you could apply your new knowledge in your practice Reconsider the material again after further experience in practice LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME This project has been funded with support from the European Commission LLP UK-LEONARDO-LMP. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use, which may be made of the information contained therein.

Teaching facilities Facilities conducive to interactive teaching and discussion, for example U-shaped table Chairs and tables for small groups (5-6), or round tables for bigger groups Flipchart & pens Powerpoint projection facilities LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME This project has been funded with support from the European Commission LLP UK-LEONARDO-LMP. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use, which may be made of the information contained therein.

Before the training course Complete the background reading – Theoretical report – National and synthesis reports Prepare examples relevant to your own experience and to the context of your participants Develop a teaching plan (to include warm-up exercise & orientation to the content of the module(s), time for group discussions & exercises) Consider whether the training session would be enhanced through the inclusion of other trainers (for example, those from other relevant professions, eg psychological, sociology, social work) LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME This project has been funded with support from the European Commission LLP UK-LEONARDO-LMP. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use, which may be made of the information contained therein.

Self-evaluation of learning Use KAP (knowledge – attitudes – practice test) test before and after the course Reflect on what you have learned in preparing and delivering the training modules and from the experiences reported by the participants Consider how you might apply your newly acquired knowledge in your own practice/work LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAMME This project has been funded with support from the European Commission LLP UK-LEONARDO-LMP. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use, which may be made of the information contained therein.