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Vocational Pathways at Kirklees College

Our Vocational Pathways courses include Animal Care and Land Based studies, Multi Skills Construction, Creative Arts, Care, Hair and Beauty and Motor Vehicle. These courses are unique because they have no formal entry requirements, and are specially designed for students who may have had gaps in their education, or require some extra support at college.

Xplorer

We also offer our Xplorer programme, which focuses on English and maths, employability and personal development skills. The programme delivers a personalised, inclusive and safe environment learning environment where you will find your learning challenging, enjoyable and thought-provoking.

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Choose Your Pathway

You can apply directly for any pathway or Xplorer – each will open doors to a course area of your choice. Start your journey to your dream career at Kirklees College!

Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement Level 3

Adult Employer
A short course suitable for qualified hairdressers and beauty therapists who are wanting to be able to assess learners within their work environment.
  • Location - Huddersfield Centre
  • Duration - 1 year
  • Attendance - Part-time
  • Level - Level 3

Vocational Pathways - Pathway to Animal Care and Land Based Studies Entry 3

College 16+
This course is designed for school leavers and college students who require a longer transition into their chosen vocation and would like to experience studying animal care and horticulture.
  • Location - Huddersfield Centre, Taylor Hill Centre
  • Duration - 1 year
  • Attendance - Full-time
  • Level - Pre Entry/Entry

Vocational Pathways - Pathway to Care Entry 3

College 16+
This course is designed as a stepping stone for school leavers and college students who want to start a Health and Social Care or Education and Early Years course at college.
  • Location - Springfield Sixth Form Centre, Huddersfield Centre
  • Duration - 1 year
  • Attendance - Full-time
  • Level - Pre Entry/Entry

Vocational Pathways - Pathway to Creative Arts Entry 3

College 16+
This course is a stepping stone onto full-time courses within the Creative Industries department at Kirklees College.
  • Location - Springfield Sixth Form Centre, Huddersfield Centre
  • Duration - 1 year
  • Attendance - Full-time
  • Level - Pre Entry/Entry

Vocational Pathways - Pathway to Hair and Beauty Entry 3

College 16+
This course is designed as a stepping stone into college for school leavers and college students who want to pursue a career in Hair and Beauty.
  • Location - Huddersfield Centre, Springfield Sixth Form Centre
  • Duration - 1 year
  • Attendance - Full-time
  • Level - Pre Entry/Entry

Vocational Pathways - Pathway to Multi Skills (Construction) Entry 3

College 16+
This course is designed as a stepping stone for school leavers and college students who want to start a Construction course at college.
  • Location - Springfield Sixth Form Centre
  • Duration - 1 year
  • Attendance - Full-time
  • Level - Pre Entry/Entry

Vocational Studies Business Level 1

College 16+
This course is ideal if you want to take your first steps towards a career in business by developing a range of skills across different areas of the workplace.
  • Location - Huddersfield Centre
  • Duration - 1 year
  • Attendance - Full-time
  • Level - Level 1

Vocational Studies Digital Development Level 1

College 16+
The Introduction to computing course will allow you to develop a strong foundation of specialist skills required within the IT sector.
  • Location - Huddersfield Centre, Springfield Sixth Form Centre
  • Duration - 1 year
  • Attendance - Full-time
  • Level - Level 1

Xplorer Programme Level 2

College 16+
The Xplorer Programme is designed for students leaving school who need to take some time out of full-time study to focus on their English and maths, employability skills and personal development.
  • Location - Huddersfield Centre, Springfield Sixth Form Centre
  • Duration - 1 year
  • Attendance - Full-time
  • Level - Level 2

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