Bridge to Education - Entry Level 3

The course enables learners to develop important vocational skills, including practical and theory-based sessions in cooking, hospitality, horticulture and conservation. In addition, mandatory units of health and safety, travel and PSD are also delivered.

Class sizes are small and support is available both inside and out of sessions as appropriate. The programme also offers the opportunity to develop Maths and English skills at a level suitable to the individual. All learners will participate in an enterprise work readiness programme.

Whilst there are no formal entry requirements, students are required to show a willingness to learn, participate in and develop skills in a college environment.

Following an interview it is expected that the learner attend a taster session to determine suitability for the course and to ensure that their needs are met.

How long is this course?

1 Year

When does this course start?

02/09/2025

How many hours / days per week is this course?

All of our foundation courses are 3 days a week and are a year long.

Age	Cost
16-18	Free*
19+	£900

* Some of our courses may have additional costs to cover trips, unform and equipment. These costs will be confirmed to you at enrolment.

Fee information

Though this course is free for those aged 16-18, there may be additional costs related to the programme, such as additional equipment and uniform, educational trips and work placement costs. Full details will be sent to applicants before enrolment.

Find all the information you need about course fees and financial help below.

Information on Fees and Financial Help

Adult (19+) learners

Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.

Complete our fee calculator

Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan

If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.

What qualification will I achieve?

• City & Guilds NPTC Skills for Working Life (Entry Level 3)

• Edexcel Functional Skills in English & Maths

How is my course assessed?

Assessment is ongoing and consistent throughout the academic year, this is evident via an initial screening process and then regularly via Learn.

Learners are assessed on an individual basis by the tutor and through the verification of completed portfolio units. Learn allows for the learner to log in and view their progress and targets so they are always aware of their achievement to date.

Three progress reviews and regular staff meetings ensure that the assessment and review process continues to map individual progression.