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This course will develop your skills to be more independent and work ready. We will give you the confidence to take your next steps. On this course, you will complete the BTEC Entry Level 2 qualification. This qualification allows a mix of life skills and vocational options. At the end of this course students will be ready to make a progression choice to further education at a higher or more specialist level, or be ready to enter adult life with skills to live more independently.
A positive attitude to learning and the ability to work at an Entry Level 2. Students will typically come from a SEN school.
You will be able to sample a range of vocational areas such as art, sports, catering and horticulture. In addition, you will get the chance to improve your functional skills in English, Mathematics and IT. You will also have the opportunity to take part in work experience placements or enterprise activities as well as weekly enrichment options. The course also incorporates learning a range of independent living and social communication skills.
You will learn in small group sizes and have the added support of Learning Support Assistants. Many students enjoy the variety of different subjects and welcome the opportunity to gain some independence. You will also have the chance to enjoy the social aspects of college life.
You will undertake a series of units which will gradually build your portfolio for when you are ready to claim your qualifications. Staff use a variety of assessment methods including role play, observations, written, visual and practical work.
You will be expected to provide your own stationery required for lessons. Advisable costs -Field Trips: £15. Catering module requests a financial contribution of £30.If the costs of equipment, materials and trips may cause you financial hardship, you may wish to read through details of our financial support scheme on our website.
Having successfully completed this course, students have progressed onto other courses within the Foundation Learning department. At the end of this course, students will be ready to make a progression choice to further education at a higher or more specialist level, or be ready to enter adult life with skills to live more independently.
