Petroc School Leavers' Prospectus | QUALIFICATION OPTIONS


Vocational


Vocational programmes are available at Levels 1, 2 or 3 and combine practical learning with classroom-based teaching. Each level will give you a logical and smooth pathway to the next qualification available to you.


Level 1 and 2 courses last for one year and you can usually progress onto a higher level upon completion.


Level 3 vocational courses usually run for two years and are equivalent to three A Levels. They include T Levels and BTEC qualifications.


Throughout your studies, you will be expected to carry out work experience or industrial placements depending on your chosen area of study. You will be required to undertake a series of exams and assessments.


Generally, Level 1 courses offer a broad introduction to a subject area, Level 2 courses are more focussed, and Level 3 courses provide greater knowledge in specific subject areas. We encourage all our learners to aim for achieving a Level 3 course as a minimum, as most businesses will request Level 3 qualifications when looking for new employees.


Depending on the level completed and your career ambitions, you could progress on to university, an apprenticeship, employment or a higher level vocational course.


T LEVELS are a new two-year qualification, introduced by the Government in 2020.


They are suitable for Level 3 learners who want a more practical, employer-led study programme and are equivalent to three A Levels.


They offer an innovative and valuable blend of classroom learning and work experience with an industry placement of at least 315 hours.


You will spend approximately 80% of your time on college-based learning and 20% of your time in work placement.


T Level courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses, giving you the most relevant and up-to-date skill set for a successful career.


They are designed to offer you excellent workplace-based experience to meet contemporary business needs across a wide spectrum of industries.


T Levels are an ideal course if you want to gain the knowledge and experience to go straight into employment, an apprenticeship or on to university.


80% 20%


An APPRENTICESHIP is real workplace-based employment combined with an accompanying skills and knowledge development programme.


They are an excellent way to earn while you learn because you will receive a salary whilst also studying at college to obtain the qualifications relevant to your chosen role.


The normal division of your time will be 80% work placement with 20% college- based learning.


An apprenticeship will offer you the perfect combination of learning and hands-on industry experience where you will rapidly acquire the knowledge base for your chosen career and an understanding of real-world workplace behaviours and requirements.


On completion of your apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to move on to a higher level apprenticeship or into permanent employment. At Petroc, apprenticeships are available from Level 2 all the way up to degree level.


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