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BTEC Level 1 Land Based Studies Course in Bexhill for Young People with an EHCP – St Mary’s School & 6th Form College

CostFunded through your local authority
Duration180 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

For pupils of St Mary's School & 6th Form College with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Places are arranged through your local authority.

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 1 Land Based Studies Course in Bexhill. Classes run full-time at St Mary's School & 6th Form College. This level 1 btec land based studies course covers 180 guided learning hours and gives you a broad introduction to the land-based sector. It can sit alongside other subjects such as English and maths as part of a wider study programme. There are no formal entry requirements. All units are assessed internally, so there are no exams. You'll earn a Pearson BTEC Introductory Certificate in Land-based Studies on completion.

Who this course is for

Students must attend St Mary's School & 6th Form College on a full time basis to access this course. Designed for learners who may be ready to progress quickly to further study, the Certificate offers a basic introduction to the land-based studies sector. It could form part of a study programme that includes other appropriate subjects such as English and maths. The Certificate is suitable for learners studying part time or for those who wish to study a vocational qualification alongside other qualifications and activities as part of their study programme.

Entry requirements

Students must attend St Mary's School & 6th Form College on a full time basis to access this course. There are no formal entry requirements but all learners recruited should be able to access a Level 1 programme.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop personal and social skills relevant to land-based work environments.
  • You'll explore the core principles of the land-based studies sector.
  • You'll build practical knowledge to support progression to further vocational study.
  • You'll complete units covering topics within the land-based industries.
  • You'll develop the skills needed to move toward independent living or employment in the sector.

How you will learn

All units on this btec land based studies qualification are 100% internally assessed. There are no external exams. You'll be assessed through coursework and practical tasks completed during your time in class. Teaching is classroom based and delivered full-time during the day at St Mary's School & 6th Form College.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Mary's School & 6th Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Groundskeeper or grounds maintenance operative, entry-level outdoor role
  • Farm worker, supporting day-to-day agricultural tasks
  • Horticulture assistant, working in gardens, parks, or nurseries
  • Animal care assistant, supporting staff in animal welfare settings
  • Countryside ranger assistant, helping manage natural environments
  • Landscape operative, working with a grounds or landscaping team What you could study next

A level 1 btec land based studies certificate is a stepping stone to further study in the sector. You could progress to a BTEC Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Land-based Studies, which goes deeper into specialist areas such as agriculture, horticulture, or animal care. From there, Level 3 qualifications open routes into higher-level roles or apprenticeships. St Mary's School & 6th Form College can advise on what fits your goals.

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