Entry Level Pathways to Learning

Entry Level Pathways to Learning
Exam board: EDEXCEL NCS course code entry: ELPTLAP
Aim This 1 year course gives you an opportunity to move up the qualifications ladder. The emphasis is on helping you gain a greater sense of independence and self-confidence by building on your skills and strengths.

Content All students will take core skills in:
· Health and safety
· Introduction to skills for work
· Business
· IT
· Business administration
· Retail
· Literacy and numeracy.

As well as the core units you will also spend some time in your chosen vocational area from foundation courses across the College. These include: IT, Animal Care, Art, Health and Social Care, Construction, Motor Vehicle, Sport and Hair and Beauty. To develop work-ready skills students are encouraged to attend a work-experience placement in their chosen vocational area.

You will be assessed throughout the course through a series of assignments. Your work will be internally verified and sampled by the external moderator.

Progression/career opportunities
After achieving the required level of skill, we may encourage you to move on to a foundation course or seek employment.

Screening
Students will also be screened (in the College) and must achieve literacy and numeracy at the level appropriate to the course.