Free BTEC Level 2 Art and Design Skills Course in Coventry. Classes run full-time during the day at Hereward College. Places are funded through an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), with the final decision on placement made by your local authority. The course runs for one year and covers practical art and design skills across a range of creative disciplines. You'll need Level 1 vocational qualifications plus Level 1 Functional Skills or GCSE grade 3 or above in maths and English to join.
Who this course is for
For students aged 16-24 with an EHC Plan
Entry requirements
For Level 2 courses, students should hold Level 1 vocational qualifications plus Level 1 Functional Skills or GCSE grade 3 or above in maths and English
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills across a range of art and design techniques.
You'll explore different materials, tools, and processes used in creative work.
You'll produce your own creative projects and build a portfolio of work.
You'll learn to plan and develop ideas from initial concept through to finished piece.
You'll study how to review and reflect on your own creative work.
You'll gain an understanding of art and design in different contexts and industries.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based, practical sessions at Hereward College. Assessment is coursework-based, using projects and a portfolio of creative work you build throughout the year. There are no written exams. Your tutors will assess your work against set criteria as you progress through each unit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hereward College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Graphic design assistant: support designers with layouts and visual content.
Art technician: prepare materials and equipment in schools or studios.
Visual merchandiser: create displays for shops and retail spaces.
Print production assistant: work in print studios on design and finishing.
Community arts worker: support creative projects in community settings.
Studio assistant: assist artists or designers in a working studio.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Art and Design: a deeper qualification covering specialist areas such as graphic design, fine art, or photography. A strong route toward higher education or creative employment.
Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Art and Design: widely accepted by art and design degree courses as preparation for university-level study.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Art and Design: a Level 4 qualification for those looking to move into higher education or specialist creative roles.
