This one year course focusses on preparing students for the world of work through volunteering and supported work opportunities.
Students will carry out individually tailored one day a week work experience where they will learn appropriate behaviour and skills for the workplace.
Examples of work experience include working as an assistant librarian or ICT technician’s assistant.
All students will do the following:
- Functional Skills in English, ICT and Maths at the relevant level
- Independent living skills including managing money, planning and going on trips, making a simple meal, sport, healthy eating
- Work experience – up to 2 weeks work experience. Work experience can be near to home and our past students have worked for Tesco, British Heart Foundation charity shops and Marks and Spencer food hall
- Working in the college's Supported Learning shop 'Serious Snacks'
- Working in the college's Supported Learning vegetarian cafe, 'Apple Tree Cafe'
- Working in the college's Supported Learning garden.
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Entry requirements
You should have an interest in the subject area you are applying for. There are no formal entry requirements but we will assess your level of English and maths to make sure you are working at Entry Level 3 or above. This is to ensure you are able to meet the course requirements.
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Who is the course for?
This course is for students who want to gain the experience and confidence to to join the world of work through volunteering and supported work opportunities.
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Where Next – Job Opportunities
Students can find voluteering or supported work opportunities.
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Where Next – Further Studies
Students may progress to the Volunteering in Placement course.
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How to apply
To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit
OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.
