Destination courses are for more advanced ESOL students and consist of about 60% English and 40% vocational study.
You will study English with a combination of units that cover Health and Social Care and Childcare at Level 1, with the option of work experience for two weeks in the year.
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About the Course
The course covers both health and care and childcare units and may include personal care, promoting healthy eating and living, the care needs of children, learning and creative activities, self-assessment and positive attitudes and behaviour at work.
There will also be a work experience placement (subject to availability) and visits to care centres.
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Entry Requirements
Applicants with no GCSE passes (or equivalent) or those not studying towards GCSEs will be offered a place on our Level 1 provision. To study on this programme students will need to demonstrate an ability to achieve Level 1 English and maths by the end of the course. This provision is appropriate for applicants with additional support needs and/or an EHCP.
Next move - Depending on level achieved, progress onto a Level 2 course, an Apprenticeship or employment.
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Progression
Level 2 qualifications in Health and Social Care or Childcare or a Level 2 apprenticeship.
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Assessment Method
Assessment is continuous throughout the course and you will build a portfolio of work by completing assignments leading to the Level 1 Certificate in Health and Social Care or Certificate in Childcare.
Throughout the year, you will take part in group discussion, spoken presentations, basic written assignments and practical exercises on the computer in order to help you prepare for your Skills for Life examinations.
