Pre Entry/Entry
College 16+
Construction!Skills for Work and Life
Vocational Pathways - Pathway to Multi Skills (Construction) Entry 3
This course is designed as a stepping stone for school leavers and college students who want to start a Construction course at college.
- Attendance - Full-time
- Duration - 1 year
- Start Date - September - June
- Where - Springfield Sixth Form Centre
COURSE
OVERVIEW
The Vocational Pathways provision is a full-time study programme for students who wish to progress onto Level 1 vocational programmes but may need some extra support when starting college. The course focuses on personal and social development, English and maths, work-based activity and vocational tasters within the college.
On the Construction Multi Skills Pathway, you will be working in the workshops at our Springfield Sixth Form Centre and will be taught by one of our industry experts. You will engage in a variety of sessions, including basic plastering, joinery, plumbing and electrical work which will provide you with the experience you need to decide on your chosen route the following year.
Finance and Funding
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Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
Assessment Methods
You will be assessed through group work and coursework.
Course Progression
After you finish the course, you may be offered the chance to transition to a Level 1 course in the Construction department, or another college course of your choice. A relevant GCSE in English and maths will support this transition.
Career Progression
The construction industry has a number of trades you can train to qualify in, including plumbing, plastering, brickwork, joinery and electrical installation.
WHAT CAREER PATHWAYS CAN THIS COURSE LEAD TO
Wide range of jobs in this industry
Excellent choice of employers in this industry
Qualifications & levels explained
There is a wide range of qualifications and levels available, but not all of them may be right for you. If you’re not sure what qualification type or level you should be searching for, take a look at our qualifications explained.
Find the perfect career
We can help you find that perfect career even if you’re not sure what it is yet! At Kirklees College, our mission is to make you as successful as you can be, from finding the right career to gaining the right skills.