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Available at the following campuses:

Somerville House building

Somerville House

What Our Students Say

“So the tutors are great for a number of reasons – they’re casual, you don’t feel like you’re being forced to do anything that’s uncomfortable, they’re not strict, they’ll have a laugh with you if you want to and they know how to get stuff done when they need to if we’re on a bit of a time crunch, but they also know how to have a bit of fun and not put pressure on you – and they’re great, they’re always there to give you information if you need it for at-home tasks and they’re always on Google Hangouts to message you if you need anything and they get back to you really quickly.”

Rachel

“Because I’ve got autism and I’d sometimes have trouble understanding things – because I need stuff breaking down into detail and explaining to me in a perfect way, in a much more understanding way, I have tutors that understand me a bit more.”

Max

I think I’ve really enjoyed the fact that I’ve had to make new friendships, especially because I didn’t know anyone coming in – but after the first few weeks I think I’ve adapted to it really well.

Dan

Course Information

Introduction

There are flexible start dates for this course from September 2024 to December 2024 .

If you are 16 to 18 and looking for a full time course to help you develop a range of personal and social development skills then this is a perfect choice.

Whether you want to continue your studies or gain employment, this course will give you the opportunity to develop the skills essential for future success. You might know what area you wish to pursue a career in or might still be unsure. Either way this course can help you progress towards achieving your dream career.

Course units/modules

  • Personal Development: Healthy living, Prepare for work & Planning and running an enterprise activity
  • Careers Workshops: Prepare for work, interview techniques, CV writing, how to present yourself
  • Tutorial and wellbeing: Covers a range of topics including money management, relationships, health eating and other topical issues.
  • Enrichment: In a range of areas, including a Community Action Project
  • English and Maths: If not yet achieved a Grade 4
  • Timetable: 2 Days at Somerville House Campus and Half day joint provision at our Printworks Campus.

Benefits and skills

  • You will develop your personal skills to help you progress to a higher level of study and gain future employment. This includes studying English and Maths.
  • You will expand your experience through participating in classroom activities and planning and running a number of projects including Social Action Events.
  • You will gain valuable work experience through undertaking volunteering activities, all helping you build your CV.
  • You will be provided with careers advice to help you progress in your chosen vocational area after completing the course.
  • You will achieve a NCFE Level 1 Personal and Social Development qualification.

This course is practical based, with some written elements used to support this. Whilst in college you will take part in group activities and discussions, you will keep a portfolio of the work done in class and you will have individual discussions with your tutor to discuss your progress.

Entry requirements

  • 2 GCSE’s at Grade 2 or E (or equivalent)
  • A keen interest in developing personal and employability skills
  • Successful Interview

Available apprenticeships and progression options

  • Upon successfully completing this course you can progress to further study at Leeds City College in your chosen vocational area, at Level 1 or 2.
  • You could progress on to a relevant Apprenticeship Pathway
  • Alternatively, you could choose to enter full or part-time employment

Course details

Duration: 2 Days at Leathley Campus and Half day joint provision at our Printworks Campus.
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Fees (16-18): No fee
Study Type: Full time
Course Code: 77429-01

Employment Statistics

  • Youth and community workers

    Average Salary
    £28,600

  • Social workers

    Average Salary
    £40,040

  • Social services managers and directors

    Average Salary
    £44,200

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