Please select how you would like to attend your ESOL Vocational course:
Title: ESOL Vocational
Pathway: English for Speakers of Other Languages
Available Study Options:
Part Time
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You will study English/ESOL and maths alongside a vocational qualification at Level 1.
16-18 - Level 1 Business with ESOL/Functional Skills
Learners study ESOL/Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1(some learners will complete Level 2 dependant on progress) alongside the Level 1 Certificate in Business.
16-18 - Level 1 - General Vocational with ESOL/Functional Skills
This course is for second language learners offered a place on Level 1 vocational courses within college but support in improving their English at Level 1. Learners study their chosen vocational course in college alongside English/ESOL and Maths within the ESOL faculty.
19+ - Level 1 Health & Social Care with ESOL/Functional Skills
This course is for adults with an interest in working in the health and social care sector. Learners study Level 1 Health & Safety alongside English/ESOL. More information is available at assessment.
This provision is under review so other vocational areas may come available - the tutor will give you more information at assessment.
You will be given regular tests to check your progress in English and maths.
For the vocational element of the course you will complete assignments and coursework for each unit during the course.
Entry Level Courses:
Skills for Life & Work/Preparing for Adulthood
No formal qualifications are required
for this course.
These courses are specifically designed for learners with a Special Educational
Need (SEND).
Entry Level: Skills & Employability
No formal qualifications are required
for this course.
Full Time ESOL (English
for Speakers of Other Languages)
No formal qualifications are required for this course.
Full Time GCSE Re-sit Study
Course
GCSE Grade 2 or 3 in Maths and
English and / or Sciences.
Full Time Level 1 Course
No formal qualifications are required
for this course.
Full Time Level 2 Course
4 GCSEs at grade 3 or Vocational Level 1 in relevant subject area.
*GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths is required for the courses below:
Accounting
Electrical
Plumbing
Full time Level 3 Course
5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).
OR
Vocational Level 2 plus Grade 4-9 GCSE English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).
*A Vocational Level 2 is required for the following courses:
Accounting
All Construction Subjects
Hair & Beauty Subjects
Applied Science
T Levels
5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English and Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths will be accepted).
* Health T Levels require GCSE Grade 4 in Science.
You can apply for this programme via the Apply Now button, at the top.
If this course area is available as an apprenticeship, this will show under 'Study Option' on the right-hand side, just below the Apply Now button. You can view all of our apprenticeship vacanices and subjects by clicking the 'Apprenticeships' in the top menu.
If you are aged between 16 and 18 when you start your course and are taking a course leading to a qualification, the tuition and exam fees are free. However, there may be some additional costs for optional trips, recommended text books and professional start up kits. We have a bursary scheme to assist with these costs.
It is important that you come along and speak to one of our staff about your choice/s.
Once we receive your application, you will be invited in to speak to a tutor or a member of the Apprenticeship team to discuss your application.
This will provide you with the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the course/Apprenticeship and to see our facilities.
