Pathways to Employment and Training (PET) - Level 1

Pathways to Employment and Training (PET) - Level 1

• Start At:
  January 2010

Pathways to Employment and Training (PET) - Level 1
Content
A range of qualifications are studied these include: Job Seeking Skills, E-Citizen, Adult Literacy, Adult Numeracy, as well as a BTEC Certificate in Vocational Studies. PET is a practical, hands-on programme giving you a chance to explore opportunities and to acquire appropriate skills in a vocational area.

The Pathways to Employment and Training programme is a level 1 full time programme for people who have left school with low grade or no GCSE qualifications. The course runs from January to July and aims to help you achieve the qualifications you need to progress onto a level 2 programme or into employment.

During the year you study for a BTEC Introductory Certificate in Vocational studies and adult qualifications in literacy, numeracy and ICT. The Certificate is made up of units from construction, engineering, sport, land, hospitality, ICT, art, Performing Arts, business, travel, tourism and finally health and social care. .

Assessment
All units are internally assessed and subject to external verification. Each unit is graded using Pass, Merit and Distinction.

Your work is assessed by building a portfolio of evidence for the BTEC and Job Seeking Skills qualifications. The IT, Literacy and Numeracy include online assessments.

Progression
After completing the Pathways to Employment and Training (PET) course you could go on to a Level 2 courses within the College or apply for an apprenticeship programme or work.