Pre-Vocational Study Entry 2 Certificate Study Mode: Full Time   |    Course Level: Entry 2

Where will this course lead?

This is a one year, full-time, entry level programme that includes English, maths, personal social development, and vocational studies. Our courses are designed for to enable you to improve your skills to progress on to an Entry 3 or Level 1 vocational studies course.

Our course is designed to ease the transition into further education (FE) and offer an insight into what college is like.

What will I study?

The course includes Maths and English, as well as Entry 2 Certificate/Diploma in Pre-Vocational Study with a timetable made up of a range of different vocational topic areas:

- Health & Social Care

- Business & IT

- Healthy Living

- Enterprise

-Sport and Leisure

You will also take part in a community-based project.

How will this course be delivered?

You will study up to a maximum of sixteen hours per week over four days. Classes generally run between 9am-4pm but may vary. Timetables will be given to all students during enrolment and induction week.

What qualifications will I get?

Pre-Vocational Study Entry 2 Certificate EDEXCEL

Working towards a Level 2 in maths

Working towards a Level 2 in English

How will I be assessed?

Assessment will include:

- Course work

- Assignments

- Online tests

- Written exams

Assessed by course tutors and verified by an awarding body.

How do I get a place on the course?

Fill out an application form and we will invite you in for an interview.

What are the entry requirements?

There are no formal entry requirements. Applicants will be asked to complete an initial assessment in maths and English. You will also be asked for a reference.

What else do I need to know?

If you have a learning difficulty or disability, please let us know when you apply. You will be offered support in your interview. If you need help completing your application, we can help with this too.

You will be required to complete 35 hours of work experience whilst on the course.

You will need to provide all basic stationery including pens, pencils, paper, plastic wallets, folders plus any additional stationery which is required for your course.

There may be additional costs for trips throughout the year, but these will total no more than £25.

What can I do after this course?

Our courses are designed for to enable you to improve your skills to progress on to a Entry 3 vocational course, training or employment.