Level 1: Step-Up
LEVEL 1
Are you unsure what to do next? Do you wish you could start again and get some qualifications? If so, then this is the course for you. You will develop a package of skills and gain qualifications which will prepare you for a higher level course at college or work. With lots of support on hand, you will find learning enjoyable and receive lots of help planning your next steps.
Applications to this course should be made with the assistance of your careers adviser and school.
Key topics
specialist units in Business and Customer Service
developing your English, Numeracy and IT skills
job and course search techniques
managing your finances
developing your interview skills
You will
prepare for further study and the world of work
work in small groups on project work
gain a core set of skills and qualifications to help you progress
take part in a one-week work placement
+ Entry requirements
There are no formal qualifications required
Students should be working at the higher end of Entry Level 3 for Literacy.
+ Assessment
Assessment methods include:
- Classwork
- Assignments and projects
+ Why study at NewVIc
Foundation Learning is a team made up of specialist teachers with years of experience working with and supporting young adults in education. Our Inclusive Learning team will also support you with your individual learning needs. Classes are small and are supported by specialist learning support practitioners who provide group support in lessons and at break. Where necessary they are also able to take care of any personal needs.
Integrated and included
Foundation Learning students are integrated and included within all aspects of college life. We also offer specific clubs and enrichment activities for students with disabilties such as connect club and an ability counts sports programme.
High expectations
We challenge students and have high expectations for students who have never had high expectations from others. We also offer in house internships for students in areas such as customer service, sport leadership and gardening.
Holistic approach
We support and nuture the whole person through both tutoring and teaching.
+ How we support you
Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college.
We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
Our specialist teams can help with:
- Learning difficulties
- Physical and sensory disabilities
- Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, Aspergers or other specific learning difficulties
- Mental health, counselling and wellbeing
- Exam access arrangements
- Money, finance and bursary advice
- Careers advice, job and university applications
+ Next steps
You will have a range of options open to you when you finish the course, including further study on a Level 2 course.
Students have also progressed onto apprenticeships and work. This course gives you the opportunity to take the next steps towards a more rewarding future. Many students who found school challenging or unrewarding, discover another side to learning when in the supportive college environment.