Course code
3A2-002
Location
Southgate Campus
Length of course
1 year full time
Course Overview
This programme is designed for young people aged 16–24 who want to develop the skills, confidence and experience needed to progress towards employment.
The programme supports young people who may face barriers to employment and who would benefit from employability learning, workplace experience and personalised support. Some students will have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), while others may require additional support despite not having an EHCP.
Students should be motivated to work towards employment and willing to participate in a substantial work placement.
Get career-ready while you study
From CV workshops and interview preparation to work placements and employer projects, you’ll develop the skills and experience employers value alongside your course.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should:
Be aged 16–24
Be motivated to work
Be willing to undertake a work placement
Be able to commit to the full programme
Be willing to engage with coaching and support
There are no formal qualification requirements. Applicants will take part in an initial assessment and discussion to help identify the most appropriate support and pathway.
Yes.
All applicants will be invited to take part in an information and assessment process to discuss:
Career aspirations
Previous experience
Support needs
Readiness for work-based learning
Future goals
Parents, carers and referring professionals may also be involved where appropriate.
Students should submit an Expression of Interest form.
Eligible applicants will then be invited to discuss the programme with the Supported Internship team and complete the recruitment and assessment process.
What this course covers
A substantial industry placement forms a central part of the programme. Students will develop workplace skills through real-life work experience supported by the programme team, employers and job coaches where appropriate.
Students will normally complete these elements alongside their work placement:
Employability skills
English
Maths
Career planning
Preparation for Adulthood
Personal development
Assessment is ongoing and may include:
Employability activities
Workplace performance
Placement reviews
Progress reviews
English and Maths assessments
Feedback from employers, job coaches and tutors
Students may work towards:
Functional Skills/GCSE English
Functional Skills/GCSE Maths
Employability-related accreditation (where applicable)
Qualifications will be determined according to individual need and prior attainment.
Fees and funding
No significant course costs are anticipated.
Students may need to cover the cost of travel to and from placements and may require appropriate clothing or footwear depending on the placement setting.
Support with costs may be available for eligible students.
Progression
The primary aim of the programme is to support students into:
Paid employment
Supported employment
Apprenticeships
Modules
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