Free Entry Level Geography Course in Northwich. Classes run at Greenbank School, full-time during the day. This free geography course runs over 18 months. You'll build knowledge of locations, places and environments, and apply that knowledge to real-world contexts including fieldwork. The course is open to KS4 students who hold an Education, Health and Care Plan, have a diagnosis of Autism, and attend Greenbank School. Please refer to the school's admission policy for full entry details.
Who this course is for
KS4 students will develop, gain understanding and apply geographical knowledge to real world contexts including fieldwork.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for this course are; you must have an EHCP, a diagnosis of Autism and attend Greenbank School. Please refer to school admission policy for further details.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of locations, places and environments.
You'll apply geographical knowledge to real-world contexts.
You'll take part in fieldwork activities outside the classroom.
You'll explore how people and environments interact.
You'll build skills in observing and describing geographical features.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Greenbank School, with fieldwork forming part of the course. Assessment is through the OCR Entry Level Certificate framework, which uses tasks and activities matched to Entry Level 1, 2, or 3. Your work will be assessed by your teacher and submitted to OCR for moderation.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Greenbank School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Geography Assistant (environmental or mapping support roles)
Environmental monitoring assistant, supporting data collection outdoors
Community support worker, applying local area knowledge in practice
What you could study next
Level 1 Certificate in Geography: the natural next step after completing this Entry Level geography qualification, covering more detailed geographical concepts.
Entry Level or Level 1 qualifications in Environmental Studies or Science: broaden your understanding of the natural world alongside geography.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Entry Level or Level 1: support further learning and open up more study options.
