Accrington Rossendale College Prospectus 2019-20

FOUNDATIONS

Level 1

Supported Internship

ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Entry Level 2 and 3 Introduction – This is a one-year full-time course which involves three days of study a week. The course is designed to support learners’ development in the use of the English Language whilst studying a vocational subject. This course will provide subject specialists in ESOL to enable learners to improve their knowledge of reading, writing, and speaking in English to improve their opportunities of progression to higher levels of study and employment. . Entry requirements – The ESOL program is aimed at students aged 16 – 19. Learners will require a basic understanding of the English language with the ability to understand and communicate using English and working at a minimum of Entry Level 2. Progression – Successful completion of this ESOL qualification can lead to a place on an Entry Level 3 programme.

Developing Skills Courses Level 1

Supported Internship

Introduction – These courses are designed to develop the skills learned on your chosen introductory course. This will include the high expectations and standards of employers within the industry, encouraging and supporting you to develop the skills required to progress into further academic study and employment within them. Entry requirements – The Level 1 Developing Skills programmes are aimed at students aged 16 - 19 years who are possibly achieving at Entry Level 1. You must have English and maths at Entry Level 1, and you will be expected to attend a college interview. Progression – Successful completion of the chosen Level 1 Developing Skills qualification can lead to a place on a full Level 1 programme at the college or in some cases employment.

Introduction – This is a full-time course that is primarily based at an employer. They are aimed at learners aged 16 – 24 with an Education, Health and Care Plan. Internships are designed to prepare and support learners where possible into paid employment. The internship requires a minimum of six months unpaid employment whilst receiving a designated keyworker to support them in their development and progression in to employment. Alongside a learners work placement a personalised study programme is designed to support their industry relevant placement and develop core skills including English and maths. Entry requirements – The Supported Internship at students aged 16 - 24 who have an Education and Healthcare Plan. You must have English and maths at Entry Level 1 and you will be expected to attend a college interview. Progression – Successful completion of this Supported Internship can lead to paid employment.

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Applicants who have not achieved at least a grade C/4 in English and maths will continue to study these subjects alongside their chosen college course.

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