Foundation Level 1 Pathways

This course is for students who are undecided about which direction to take and who do not have the qualifications to study a full Level 2 course.

You’ll learn in a supported environment at a pace that suits you. You will have the chance to complete a vocational qualification in an area of your choice and this will give you practical hands-on experience.

Our staff are committed to supporting you and helping you to become a more independent and confident learner.

Functional Skills Maths and English
Skills towards Enabling Progression Level 1 vocational qualification in:

• Business and retail
• Childcare
• Construction
• Health and social care
• Horticulture
• IT
• Public services
• Travel and tourism
• Sport

Your tutor will work with you to set individual learning targets each term and you will get feedback on your progress. You will be assessed through creating a folder of evidence for each subject. You will be assessed at a level that suits you. Functional Skills will be assessed through external examinations.

This is a one year full-time course which you attend three days a week. Learning will take place through a range of traditional classroom based activities, practical hands on learning, research activities, educational visits and team work. You will learn in small classes so you will get the support you need.

Functional Skills Maths and English
Skills towards Enabling Progression Level 1 Certificate

All applicants need to have an initial assessment in English and Maths and a successful interview with a member of the course team.

To be considered for a place on the course you will have achieved some GCSE grades D-F at school, or you’ll show that you can demonstrate English and Maths at Entry Level 3 or above in your initial assessment.

On successful completion of the course you may move on to full time Level 2 course, apprenticeship or employment.