This course introduces students to the concept of employment. It supports students to recognise and begin to develop real the life skills they will need, to equip them for the wider world, whether that includes work or not. Skills that are focused on include: Employability skills Vocational skills Confidence building Communication skills Independence Self-awareness Self-assessment Functional skills in English and Maths There is a focus on employability skills but these will be general, for example, working with others, problem solving, decision making and meeting deadlines. These are all transferable skills within the world of work or elsewhere. Students on the course currently take part in mini enterprises such as, preparing and delivering veg bags/fruit bowls for staff, and creating different types of flower arrangements as requested. Appropriate levels of support will be in place but progressively we will work throughout the year to enable students to become more independent and confident and work towards achieving realistic targets. Students attend College for three days each week, 9am - 4pm. Group sizes are normally limited to eight students.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course and acceptance will be subject to an interview.
