ReSTART is a project dedicated to supporting high-performance athletes who are at the end of their sports careers in the North-West Region of Romania. The project targets 201 athletes from Bihor, Bistrița-Năsăud, Cluj, Maramureș, Satu Mare and Sălaj counties and will run for 36 months.

The main objectiveis to support athletes in their transition from a sports career to anew profession through individual career counselling, accredited training courses leading to ANC certification, and job placement support. The project aims to transform the values acquired through sports, such as discipline, resilience and teamwork, into skills that can be applied in a second career.

Through specialised vocational training programmes, ReSTART supports lifelong learning, professional reskilling and integration into the labour market, contributing to the sustainable development of local communities.

Objectives

Supporting the transition of high-performance athletes from a sports career to a new profession through career counselling, certified vocational training and job placement support, while maintaining their connection to the world of sports.<br/>

Main Activities

• Career counselling and an individualised transition plan for each participant
• Four free training programmes, with ANC certification where applicable
• Assessment and certification
• Job placement support and assistance for 6 months after employment
• Recognition of athletes’ experience gained through sports clubs and federations<br/><br/><br/><br/><br/>

Expected Results<br/>

• 201 athletes supported
• 4 training programmes delivered
• ANC certifications for participants
• Employment of participants, with job placement support and assistance for 6 months<br/><br/><br/><br/>