Foundation Learning Programmes

Foundation Learning is a programme of short qualifications aimed at improving skills to help learners progress into further education, training – such as an apprenticeship, or employment. The programmes are tailored to meet individual needs and will normally include Functional Skills, such as communication, numeracy or ICT, Vocational Qualifications and Personal & Social Development, such as employability skills, delivered at either Entry Level or Levels 1 or 2, whichever is the most appropriate. Learners will also get the opportunity to gain valuable work experience with real employers as part of their course.

Vocational Qualifications in the following areas are currently available:

Construction
Hair & Beauty
Business Admin
Sport Health
Motor Mechanics
Animal Care
Horse Care
Food Hygiene
Horticulture
Customer Service
Childcare
Retail Sales
Hairdressing & Barbering

The Level 1 Certificate in Employability & Personal Development (Step Up) offered includes the following units:

Personal Career Planning
Personal Career Preparation
Building a Personal Career Portfolio
Develop Independent Skills for living in the Community
Developing Skills for Independent Life
Developing Group and Teamwork Communication Skills
Using Teamwork Skills
Improving Assertiveness and Decision Making
Time Management Skills
Preparation for Work
Job Seeking Skills: Prepare for Interview
Recognising Employment Opportunities
Understanding Business Communication
Understanding Time Management in the Workplace

Please contact the following NOVA Partners for more information about their Foundation Learning Programmes: