Skills Development (Vocational Access)

Course Overview

Type of Course and Awarding Body

NOCN Progression Certificate - Skills for Working Life

Level

Level One

What's it all about?

If you have a learning disability and want to get a job, finding the right path can be a daunting prospect. This course is for you. We will help you to find out your strengths, discover the areas of work that are best suited to you and help you to gain confidence in all aspects of working life, from application to workplace. We will help you to develop your own personal learning plan to enable you to achieve your personal goals.

Progression

Having successfully completed this course you can progress to other College courses, take up a training place or find employment.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements but desirable skills include:

the ability to read and recognise key words, phrases and basic numerical skills
the ability to understand and put into action verbal instructions
the ability to communicate with others appropriately
a willingness to participate in all parts of the course

You will be required to attend an informal interview.

Duration

One year

Are there any exams?

You will have regular one-to-one tutorials throughout the course, during which your progress will be checked and your individual learning plan reviewed. You will have the opportunity to achieve recognised qualifications through ongoing assessments.

Course Content

What does the course involve?

The course aims to:

Develop your skills for work and vocational progression

The course includes:

Functional skills
vocational options, work skills and work placement
personal development and presentation skills
vocational certificates e.g. Cert in Food Safety
Step Up Progression Certificate/Diploma - NOCN
the opportunity to follow individual learning interests e.g. Ten Tors/Duke of Edinburgh Award.

When can I study?

Four days a week

Course Facts

Although we are not yet able to confirm dates or fees, applications for the next course are now welcome. For further information please contact the Customer Services team on 01752 305300 or e-mail info@cityplym.ac.uk.