Catering - Initial Access

Catering - Initial Access

Course ID:
PC19803

Academy:
Tourism, Hospitality and Sport

Introduction:
This is a pre-Entry level course which provides underpinning knowledge in catering, and enhances your independent living skills whilst improving basic skills in Mathematics, English and Information Technology.

Study Mode & Location:
This one year Part-Time+ course will be held at Preston College, St Vincent`s Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
Areas of study include:

• Cooking Everyday Meals.
• Mathematics.
• Craft.
• English.
• Information Technology.
• Independent Living Skills (you may have to travel independently on a regular basis).

Assessment:
During this course you will complete portfolios of evidence for each subject you study. Assessment will be on-going throughout the year.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
Successful completion of this course may allow you to progress to a second year course of study.

Additional Costs:
You will have to pay a nominal weekly charge of £1 as a contribution towards food costs. You will also need to purchase:

• an A4 lever arch file.
• a pack of ten dividers.
• plastic wallets.

How To Apply
You will need to complete a Further Education Application Form. These will be available from mid-May.
Many courses have limited places so please return your application form as soon as possible. Following acceptance of your application, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Part-Time+ Course Benefits
Part-Time+ courses are ideal if you are looking to return to education, change career or progress to higher level studies. Courses last between 11 and 18 hours per week, for a full year and fit in with school hours and holidays. They offer:

• support with accessing a variety of funds including an Adult Learning Grant of up to £30 per week.
• a bursary meaning there are reduced tuition fees.
• childcare support.
• transport to and from College.
• an individual development plan to guide you to your next step.
• personal tutor support throughout your course.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.