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Do you need to improve your English language skills How it is assessed You will be assessed in different ways.
before moving on to higher level study? We offer both The ESOL component is assessed by Cambridge Skills for
discrete and combined vocational courses to help you to Life examinations. The Business component is assessed
do that. The courses are full-time and run for a year. Each through assignments and verified by Edexcel (BTEC).
student will follow a personalised learning plan and be You may be entered for a Maths examination.
able to access a personal tutor for academic and
pastoral support. Course duration One year.
What do I need to study this subject? All students will
undertake an initial assessment. If you have studied
ESOL before we would expect you to have achieved
entry-level 3 or the equivalent. A commitment to study
and a keen interest in business studies are essential.
English for Speakers of Other
Languages (ESOL)
Where can this lead me? You can progress from this
course to other College courses including higher level
This entry-level Skills for Life programme is for students
BTEC and A levels.
who do not speak English as their first language.
What are the enrichment opportunities? During the
Course details Students are taught in small groups.
course you will be given the opportunity to go on visits to
You will be given the opportunity to develop your English
business-related organisations. You will also be able to join
skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking throughout
in other cultural and social activities.
the course.
How is it assessed? You will be assessed in different ways.
ESOL + Health and Social Care
The ESOL component is assessed by Cambridge Skills for
Life examinations at entry level. You will also take
This is a Health and Social Care course for students with
examinations in Maths and IT.
ESOL needs. You will work towards a Cambridge ESOL
Skills for Life qualification and a BTEC Introductory
Course duration One year.
Certificate in Health and Social Care (level 1).
What do I need to study this subject? You will undertake
Course details You will be given the opportunity to
an initial assessment to identify the appropriate level of
develop your English skills in reading, writing, listening and
work for you. You must have a determination to develop
speaking throughout the course. The Health and Social
your English skills and make a commitment to regular
Care units you will study include Developing Skills in
attendance at College.
Health and Social Care, Personal Effectiveness and
Looking After Children.
Where can this lead? You can progress on to a higher
level ESOL course or other College courses at the end of
How is it assessed? You will be assessed in different ways.
this programme.
The ESOL component is assessed by Cambridge Skills
for Life examinations. The Health and Social Care
What are the enrichment opportunities? During your
component is assessed through assignments and
course you will be able to join in cultural and social
verified by Edexcel (BTEC). You may be entered for
activities such as visits to London museums, shows and
a Maths examination.
other places of interest. Some students are given the
opportunity to do a work experience placement.
Course duration One year.
What do I need to study this subject? All students will
ESOL + Business
undertake an initial assessment. If you have studied
ESOL before, we would expect you to have achieved
This is a business course for students with ESOL needs.
entry-level 3 or the equivalent. A commitment to study
You will work towards a Cambridge ESOL Skills for Life
and a keen interest in Health and Social Care are
qualification and a BTEC Introductory Certificate in
essential.
Business, Retail and Administration (level 1).
Where can this lead me? You can progress from this
Course details You will be given the opportunity to
course to other College courses including higher level
develop your English skills in reading, writing, listening and
BTEC and A levels.
speaking throughout the course. The Business units you will
study include: Customer Service, Health and Safety, and
What are the enrichment opportunities? During the course
Personal Effectiveness.
you will be given the opportunity to go on visits to care
organisations. You will also be able to join in other cultural
and social activities.
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