Edexcel BTEC Extended Certificate in Countryside and the Environment
Students are required to attend college for one day a week. This is on Tuesdays for Year 10 and 11 starting in September 2012. The times of attendance are 10.00am - 2.30pm.
Course DescriptionThe aim is to meet the needs of learners who work or wish to work in the Countryside, Sustainability and the Environment industry and to allow the students to learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment or career progression in the countryside sector. We use naturally occurring opportunities and every week students will be timetabled to work within the gardens, grounds and farm at Bicton.
Units include:
- Ecology of Trees, Woods and Forests
- Con…
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Students are required to attend college for one day a week. This is on Tuesdays for Year 10 and 11 starting in September 2012. The times of attendance are 10.00am - 2.30pm.
Course DescriptionThe aim is to meet the needs of learners who work or wish to work in the Countryside, Sustainability and the Environment industry and to allow the students to learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment or career progression in the countryside sector. We use naturally occurring opportunities and every week students will be timetabled to work within the gardens, grounds and farm at Bicton.
Units include:
- Ecology of Trees, Woods and Forests
- Conservation of British Habitats
- Estate Maintenance
Functional Skills
You will also gain nationally recognised functional skills
qualifications (English, Maths and ICT).
The teaching of these subjects will be a combination of both theory and practical sessions.
Assessment strategies will consist of practical observations, written evidence, reports and presentations.
ProgressionSuccessful learners may progress to a full time post 16 Level 3 programme, Apprentiship or employment.
All progression routes are reliant upon the student reaching certain levels in Literacy and Numeracy.
Key Staff Selena Burroughs Booking Link http://bicton.projectcosmic.org.ukThere are no frequently asked questions yet. If you have any more questions or need help, contact our customer service.
