Pathway to Vocational Studies

Quick facts

Is it for me?

Pathway to Vocational Studies is a one-year course designed to support young people whilst they prepare for the next step in their education.

They will gain the skills needed to overcoming barriers, build confidence, knowledge, and behaviours to support their progression.

Aim - to provide an environment where students can concentrate heavily on achieving the Maths and English skills that they need to progress onto their chosen career path, whilst developing communication skills and providing a positive educational experience to build upon and encourage college participation and attendance.

Students' learning environments are:

• Small class sizes.
• Classroom engagement with an LSA and tutor.
• A team of dedicated teaching and learning staff.
• Support from the student welfare team
• A programme tailored to meet individual needs.
• In house teaching of Maths and English

Core programme content includes:

• An introduction to life at college
• Developing study skills
• Building organisational skills
• Learning to work with others effectively by planning small events and activities.
• Developing personal progression plans
• Gaining research skills
• Improving confidence and self-esteem
• Development of personal and social skills
• Development of character strengths
• Development of essential life skills
• Studying a wide variety or units to gain knowledge of different areas

What you'll learn

• Functional Skills English and Maths
• BTEC in Vocational Studies
• NCFE in Personal and Social Development

Assessment

• Assessment methods vary and incorporate written work, presentation assessments, and development opportunities through activities and enrichment visits and excursions.
• There will be formal assessments to be completed as assignments, exams and verbal assessments. The formal exams will be taken in the Maths and English departments following their schedule.

Days & times

Starting September 2024