Preparing for Progression

Duration: 1 year
Attendance: 3 days a week
Location: Plumpton College

Course Overview

The curriculum for learners to succeed in education and make the right choices for progression, identifying a vocational progression route for the future.

Designed for learners who wish to develop skills to progress onto a Level 1 vocational programme but require support to attain their goal. You will be given the opportunity to trial vocational options on offer at Plumpton College alongside improving your English and Math skills.

Individualised programmes are developed for each learner, ensuring that you are ready to progress onto your chosen vocation the following year. In addition to an individualised programme you will gain an NCFE Level 1 Occupational Studies qualification.

What support will be offered?
Your learning programme will be designed to meet your needs and help fulfill your aspirations. Regular progress reviews will be held throughout the year to ensure you get the best possible learning experience.

The aims of this course

Trial vocational opportunities
Improve decision-making skills
Improve communication
Improve social communication
Build motivational strategies
Build confidence

Entry Requirements

Students require a passion to progress onto a Level 1 vocational programme and working at Entry 3.

Bursaries

Financial support could be available to you depending on your household income, eligibility criteria, and level of study. A bursary, which is money given directly by the Government, could help fund bus travel, accommodation, course equipment, college meals, or educational trips.

Bursaries & financial support

Course Fees

Students aged 16-18 on 31st August in the year of starting the course do not pay tuition fees.

Students aged 19-23 studying their Level 1, 2 or first Level 3 may be entitled to tuition fee waiver depending on criteria eligibility.

Students aged 24+ who are studying a second Level 3 course or aged 24+ who are studying their first Level 3 course will have to pay tuition fees, depending on the course.

Students on low income who can prove they earn less than £25,000 (from September 2024); are unemployed; or receive state benefits could be entitled to a tuition fee waiver.

All students pay a standard facility fee of £150 to use communal, non-educational facilities.

Material fees apply to Floristry, Blacksmithing and Metalwork, Agricultural Engineering, and Motor Vehicle students, which contribute to quality resources and equipment for their studies.

Course fees and funding

Equipment & PPE

Students on a 14-16, Level 1, 2, 3, or Foundation Learning course may be required to purchase equipment such as a uniform, PPE, or kit before starting their course. Material fees are applicable depending depending on the course studied.

Equipment & PPE

Work Experience

Work experience enhances your studies and is an important part of your course. It ensures you leave college ready for the world of work. It is compulsory to undertake an element of work experience when studying a Level 1, 2, or 3 course.

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