Comments about Course - Entry Level Skills for Working Life - At the institution - London - Greater London
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Objectives
The overall aim of the course is to support your learning and development in a friendly environment. The course helps you to succeed at college, but as well as the subjects you study, developing personal and social skills is an important part of the course. This should help you to become an independent and successful learner.
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Entry requirements
Who is this course for?
Young people who are looking for a course where they can develop their basic skills and learn about work skills in a range of different types of jobs.
What do I need to get on the course?
No specific qualifications required, a suitable reference from school.
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Academic title
# You can get the following: Edexcel Entry level Certificate in Skills for Working Life
# Edexcel Certificate in Adult Numeracy
# Edexcel Certificate in Adult Literacy
# Asdan COPE Level 1.
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Course description
What is this course about?
Are you looking for a course that you can join without qualifications? Have you missed out on education at school? Do you have difficulties when you are learning? The Entry Level Course is for young people who enjoy learning and doing practical activities. You may not have done well at school but you will be keen to learn and get a qualification for your skills., ,
What will I study?
The Entry Level Course is for young people who enjoy learning and doing practical activities. You may not have done well at school but you will be keen to learn and get a qualification for your skills.
There are three main parts of the course:
First you study Literacy, Numeracy and IT to give you a good grounding in these areas. You will gain an Edexcel Certificate to show that you have developed these skills.
The second part introduces you to some areas of different skills you will use at work. You will produce assignments and work towards the Entry Level Certificate in Skills for Working Life.
You also follow a programme of personal development leading to an additional qualification - the ASDAN Bronze Award. This will build on personal skills and involves various activities. It will help you develop the essential abilities you need to succeed in education, work and life.
What can I do after the course?
When you finish the course and get your certificates, you can expect to progress to any level 1 course in the college. Or you may decide that you want to continue improving your learning and skills by doing a training programme and working for an NVQ - National Vocational Qualification.
How do I get on the course?
Complete a College application form, followed by interview.
