This full time course is for school leavers with severe learning difficulties, working at or towards entry level 1, who aspire to develop greater levels of independence and employability skills in a college environment
This course is about developing independent living, employability and functional skills.
The aim is to prepare students for a higher level supported studies course in the future.
The timetable runs for three days a week from 9AM – 2.30PM or 9AM-4.15PM with breaks and includes:
To support progression onto a vocational course you’ll undertake three vocational tasters of your choice which may include: care, creative, media, Multi-skills and sport.
By the end of this course, you’ll achieve a certificate in Preparation for Employment (entry level 2) awarded by Gateway qualifications.
Maths and English classes are streamed to enable you to develop these vital skills at a level and pace that is suitable for you. By the end of the year, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a nationally recognised qualification in at least one functional skill.
Stevenage Campus
Qualification
Award in Employability Skills (Entry 3)
Course Code
P1F-SUP-WPA
Duration
1 Year
Entry Requirements
To access this course you’ll need to be capable of achieving an entry level 2 qualification with independent travel skills or working towards it. There’s also the expectation that you would undertake a functional skills exam (in maths, English or IT skills development) by the end of the course.
Future Study and Careers
During your course the college team will work with you, your parents/carers and Youth Connexions to identify next steps which is likely to include a further one-year course in Supported Studies.