Social and Vocational Skills Grp 4
Course
In Wallsend
Description
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Location
Wallsend
The core content of this course covers: Heath and Safety at Work. Personal & Social development. Effective Thinking Skills. Literacy. Numeracy. Information Technology. Emotional Literacy. Students also undertake vocational options including: Sport. Travel and Tourism. Floristry. Catering. Performing Arts. Hairdressing. Uniformed Services. Holistic Therapies. Business Studies. Photography.
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About this course
There are no formal educational requirements to join this course. Places are offered following a successful link/assessment visit and/or an informal interview with the course leader.
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Course programme
Social and Vocational Skills Course
Study Level
Entry level
Course Content
The core content of this course covers:
- Heath and Safety at Work
- Personal & Social development
- Effective Thinking Skills
- Literacy
- Numeracy
- Information Technology
- Emotional Literacy
Students also undertake vocational options including:
- Sport
- Travel and Tourism
- Floristry
- Catering
- Performing Arts
- Hairdressing
- Uniformed Services
- Holistic Therapies
- Business Studies
- Photography
- Working in Care and Leisure
- Time Management.
Additionally, students study two units that make up a CIDA (Certificate in Digital Applications) qualification.
Why Tynemet
At TyneMets last Ofsted inspection the Foundation Learning Department was awarded a Grade One for Outstanding Provision with key strengths in:
- Very good teaching
- Excellent facilities
- Good range of provision
- Excellent support for students
The Ofsted report also said teaching and learning are outstanding and programmes effectively meet the needs and interests of learners (building on) learners prior experience at school or as adults in the local community.
The department has excellent links with other agencies, including Local Education Authorities, Social Services, Connexions, Shaw and Remploy. Every care is taken to match the learner with the appropriate course.
Interesting Facts
The Foundation Learning Department offers help to move from school to adult life. It has a strong reputation for high quality teaching and facilities.
Suitability
This course is designed to meet the needs of young people who perhaps are unsure of what they want to do on leaving school or are currently not in education, employment or training.
Further Information
Start date: September
Assessment
Students†progress is assessed during classroom activities throughout the programme.
Progression To
Students may progress internally or into external agencies.
Course Code
1L3255
Social and Vocational Skills Grp 4