Preparation for Study - Full-time Study Programme (Mansfield Education Hub) - Level 1
Overview
Our Mansfield Education Hub is a small and supportive college located in Mansfield. We have a passionate team of teaching and support staff who want to help you grow, achieve and succeed.
The hub offers personal and social development courses to act as a stepping stone into apprenticeships or vocational learning. Students will work towards a level 1 qualification with opportunities for volunteering and vocational tasters alongside English and maths all designed to develop personal skills and resilience.
We welcome applications throughout the year for young people aged 16 to 18 (or 19 to 25 with an EHC Plan) to join our Preparation for Study Learning Programme.
Students who haven't achieved a GCSE grade 4-9 English or Maths will study these subjects while you're here with us. By doing so, you'll be building a strong foundation of skills that will significantly boost your employability in the future.
Think of it as a chance to supercharge your knowledge and abilities. You'll be equipped with the tools necessary to tackle the world beyond college with confidence. Plus, we'll be right here to support you every step of the way.
At the end of the course, you will achieve:
- GCSE/Functional Skills English*
- GCSE/Functional Skills Maths*
- Level 1 AIM Certificate/Award* in Personal and Social Development Skills
*Dependant on start point.
Start dates and fees
Start Dates
- You can enrol throughout the year.
Costs
| Start Date | Code | Annual Fee (Age) | Actions |
| 16-18 | over 19 |
| Sep 2024 | 1261A1726 | FREE | £500.00** E | Apply |
E You may be eligible for fee exemption depending on your circumstances. Please see our fees for adult learners page for more information.
What will I study?
- Building resilience and confidence
- Working as part of a team
- Understanding feelings and emotions
You will have the opportunity to start to learn in a vocational area once you are ready, have support to build a CV and undertake volunteering and enterprise activities.
Entry requirements
No entry requirements.
Study programmes - essential skills for employment
If you're a student between the ages of 16 and 18 (or 19 to 25 with an EHC Plan) we want to make sure you have the best possible chances of landing an awesome job once you finish college.
Students who haven't achieved a grade 4/C in GCSE maths or English to continue studying these subjects while you're here with us. By doing so, you'll be building a strong foundation of skills that will significantly boost your employability in the future.
Think of it as a chance to supercharge your knowledge and abilities. You'll be equipped with the tools necessary to tackle the world beyond college with confidence. Plus, we'll be right here to support you every step of the way.
In addition, to help you gain essential skills for employment, all students aged 19 and under and studying a full-time course with us will take part in our study programmes.
What can I progress onto?
- Transition onto a vocational course at college.
Career opportunities
There isn't currently career information listed for this course.