Duration: This course has a duration time of four to eight weeks. The full program is eight
weeks. A person's participation is considered satisfactory if he/she/they manage to attend
and participate according to their individualized schedule.
Pre-demands: Some proficiency in either Icelandic or English.
Number of participants: 10 individuals per course.
Main goal: To increase daily activity, a realistic assessment of a person's position regarding
work and Icelandic language skills.
Description of the program:
The main purpose of the course is to mobilize the participants in daily life and activities. The
program aims to strengthen the identity of the participants and promote a positive attitude
towards studies and/or work. The approach is individual, and the content is varied.
At the beginning of the service, there is an interview with an employee from Matsbraut and
at the end, a report is returned to the referring consultant/partner with a proposal for the
next steps.
The course includes:
Work ethic/attitude towards work: Is the individual attending, if not, does he/she report
illness/absence.
Cooperation/adaptability/communication: Training in conversation in Icelandic in different
situations. Discussing an interesting topic that appeals to the group, can be a current topic or
something that is trending on social media.
Practical tips for increasing activity: What factors influence occupational skills, health, and
quality of life? An occupational therapist guides and encourages participants to increase
activity.
Mental health/exercise: Yoga, mindfulness, meditation, and outdoors/hiking. Adapted to the
composition of the group each time.
Self-empowerment: Increasing belief in one's own abilities. Demeanor (appearance), selfesteem, body language and voice.
Guidance counselor: Individual help with creating CVs.

Hringsjá, organizes the course.

Course registration is made by email namskeidhb@vmst.is. It is important to write the name of the course, name and ID number of the participant.