Free Level 1 Progression Course in Gloucester

Name: Free Level 1 Progression Course in Gloucester
Availability: InStock

CostFREE

Duration38 weeks

LevelLevel 1

DeliveryClassroom based

StartFlexible

Study modePart-time

AttendanceDaytime

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About this course

Free Level 1 Progression Course in Gloucester. Classes run at Prospect Training Services Quedgeley Community Centre. This course supports learners aged 16 to 24 who have an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) in place. Part-time daytime progression classes run two days a week, giving you space to learn at a manageable pace. The programme covers employability skills, personal development, and practical activities across a well-resourced facility including classrooms, a sports hall, a kitchen, and a garden. Support with maths and English is available alongside the course. The programme runs for 38 weeks.

Who this course is for

The Illumin8 course is designed to support learners aged 16-24 years of age with an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP). The programme is run from The Q Club, where for 2 days per week the group have this spacious facility to themselves, they have the use of 2 classrooms, a well-being room, sports hall, kitchen and garden. The course is heavily staffed with tutors, learning support workers, mentors, and a learning support officer.

Entry requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course although learners will have an EHCP in place.

What you will learn

You'll develop employability skills to support your move into work or further training.
You'll build personal and social skills through structured group activities.
You'll take part in practical sessions using on-site facilities including the kitchen, sports hall, and garden.
You'll receive support with maths and English as part of your programme.
You'll work with tutors and mentors on a development plan tailored to you.
You'll explore next steps beyond the programme, including employment and apprenticeship options.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in a classroom setting two days a week at the centre. You'll work with tutors, learning support workers, and mentors throughout the programme. Assessment is ongoing and built into your individual development plan. The course is heavily staffed to provide close support at every stage.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Prospect Training Services Quedgeley Community Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

Care assistant: entry-level support roles in residential or home care.
Support worker: assisting adults or young people with additional needs.
Classroom support assistant: helping learners in school or college settings.
Community support worker: working with people in local community settings.
Retail or hospitality team member: customer-facing entry-level roles.
Warehouse or logistics operative: practical work in a structured environment.

What you could study next

After completing this level 1 progression qualification, you could move on to a Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care, which opens doors to care assistant and support worker roles. A Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration or Customer Service is another option if you want to move into an office or retail environment. Your tutors can help you identify the right next step during the programme.

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