Vocational
Highbury Campus
09 Sept 2024
1 year
Full-time
Free
For anyone who wants to develop their knowledge and skills across a variety of specialist areas to prepare you for further studies or employment.
Units include:
You will be taken on a number of trips to find out about different aspects of the industry and the many roles open to you. You will also benefit from 24/7 access to our online resources LJ Create and Vehicle Visuals.
Alongside this qualification, you will be working towards specific Functional Skills or GCSE qualifications in maths and English.
There are no entry requirements for this course.
This course lasts 36 weeks and 100% attendance is expected for the duration of the programme. Maths, English, work experience and tutorials all form part of the overall qualification and non-attendance to any of these sessions may result in the overall qualification not being achieved. Continued non-attendance to any timetabled sessions may result in losing your place on the course.
You will develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes that you will need to progress into positive destinations. You will be assessed through a variety of ways (activity, group work, photographic and video), which will be presented through a portfolio of evidence.
You will be assigned a tutor who will support you throughout your time in college. Teaching staff will work closely with you to help you achieve planned learning goals. Our staff are experienced at delivering classes to meet your needs and will work with you to build your confidence and skills.
Our Highbury Campus is equipped with modern resources that will support you to achieve positive outcomes and to achieve your qualification.
School Leavers under the age of 19 do not have to pay fees on any full time courses, though may have to pay for their second year if turning 19 during their studies. If you’re aged 19 or over you might qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. It’s easy to apply for and you won’t have to pay anything back until you’re earning over £25,000. If you are studying a part-time course and you receive one of the following benefits, or you depend financially on someone who does, you may be entitled to have your tuition fees waived: Job Seekers Allowance, Income Support. You will, however, have to pay any awarding body/assessment fees (unless you are on a first full level 2 course). * If you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or receive other allowances, you may be eligible to claim concessionary rates. If you are entitled to a fee concession you will be asked to provide proof of your entitlement. It is essential that you inform us if your entitlement changes at any time during your course.
You can progress to the Level 1 Diploma in Transport Maintenance.
Event 16-10-2024
Check out all the fantastic opportunities available, including more exciting new T Levels, by coming along to our next cross-campus open events, from 4.30-7.30pm on 16 and 17 October. This open event spans two days, so choose the date that suits you best.
NEWS 10-01-2024
An Ofsted monitoring visit has judged that we’re making significant progress in setting the right strategic direction and implementing targeted, rapid and sustainable quality improvement that’s clearly benefiting students.
NEWS 07-02-2024
Portsmouth Lord Mayor Tom Coles has seen at first hand some of our state of the art facilities for the wide choice of apprenticeships we have on offer.
NEWS 27-02-2024
Two Highbury Campus students celebrate success after securing part time jobs, following a successful week of work experience.
NEWS 05-03-2024
The Solent’s mobile educational and technical roadshow is back on the road – and the technology is even more impressive than before.
NEWS 25-03-2024
This year, we're proudly sponsoring the Employer of the Year category, recognising a business that has created a healthy and supportive work environment with a genuine commitment to its employees.
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