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Free Entry Level 3 Preparation for Employment Course in Folkestone – Folkestone College

CostFREE
Duration44 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Preparation for Employment Course in Folkestone. Classes run full-time during the day at Folkestone College. This course is free for students with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) up to the age of 24 years old, and for other young people with a high level of need up to 19 years old. Over 44 weeks, you'll develop practical employability skills, improve your maths and English, and build independent living skills. One day a week is spent on a work placement, either in college or with an external partner.

Who this course is for

Our ‘LEAP’ course prepares students with the skills and expertise that they need to leap into vocational studies in the wider college.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop preparation for work skills to support your move into further study or employment.
  • You'll improve your maths through structured teaching tailored to your level.
  • You'll improve your English through structured teaching tailored to your level.
  • You'll build independent living skills to support your day-to-day life.
  • You'll gain teamwork and communication skills through a weekly work placement.
  • You'll explore different vocational areas to help you decide where you want to go next.
  • You'll build a portfolio of evidence to record and demonstrate your progress.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom-based and tailored to you, with personalised targets set each term. You'll build a portfolio of evidence throughout the course to show your progress. Assessment uses a range of methods, which can be discussed when you apply. You'll also take part in a one-day-a-week work placement, trips, community events, and social action projects as part of your learning.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Folkestone College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Retail assistant, supporting customers and handling stock on the shop floor.
  • Warehouse operative, picking, packing, and organising goods.
  • Care assistant, supporting people in residential or community settings.
  • Catering assistant, helping prepare and serve food in a kitchen or café.
  • Hospitality team member, working front-of-house in hotels or restaurants.
  • Childcare assistant, supporting children's learning and daily routines.

What you could study next

This course is designed to lead into vocational study at Folkestone College across a range of departments. You could progress to a Level 1 vocational qualification in an area that interests you, such as health and social care, hospitality, or retail. You may also be able to move into a supported internship. Functional Skills Maths and English qualifications are another option if you want to strengthen those subjects further.

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