Wings Occupational Studies (Year 1 Pathway A)
This programme, delivered with Wings College, offers a truly unique alternative education experience.
The Wings curriculum is aimed at students who want a different experience to school or large college environments. Wings offers a supportive atmosphere and a diverse range of practical options to give you inspiration for your next steps, as well as giving you improved confidence, renewed motivation and the skills to progress.
We offer a suite of qualifications designed to support you in successfully gaining a job, progressing in a chosen field, preparing you for further study and supporting the development of techniques required for independent living.
Qualifications include:
– Level 1 and 2 in Employability skills
– Level 1 and 2 Customer service
– English and Maths, Functional Skills (Entry levels to Level 2)
You will have the opportunity to undertake the following skills:
– Carpentry
– Motor mechanics
– Design, media and technology
– Sports and fitness
– Photography
– Horticulture
– Outdoor Activities
Course details
Assessments
Assessments will include exams for Maths and English Functional Skills and continuous guided work for employability/customer services.
Progression
Successful completion of this programme will give you the skills needed for work and life.
Facilities and resources
You will be taught off-site in the Wings College (a converted chicken barn outside of Abbotsham) and have access to everything the site has to offer (such as a gym, gardening area, woodwork shop and fully-equipped kitchen), as well as a relaxed, supportive teaching environment.
FAQs
Please visit the Wings website for more information and to organise a visit/chat: www.wingscharity.com/college
Study Programme
Every full-time student at Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ will have their own Study Programme which will include:
– Your academic or vocational qualification.
– Maths and English Language development – if you have not achieved GCSE grade 4 in either of these subjects.
– Work Experience – hours will vary depending on your qualification and course level.
– Tutor Support – to support your personal, academic and professional development.
– Sustainability – helping you to identify how you can improve the sustainability of your future employment sectors.
– Personal Development Awards – developing six key areas of personal and employability behaviours to prepare you for the working world.
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Why Petroc should be your first choice
Ó£»¨ÊÓƵ offers high quality education and training across North and Mid Devon. We provide outstanding learning, excellent facilities, strong connections to employers and a supportive environment to help you fulfil your education goals and set you on your path to the career of your dreams.
SUPPORTIVE
We offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can flourish and feel a valued member of the college and wider community.Â
INSPIRING
Our teaching spaces and facilities are some of the best in the region, providing stimulating and true-to-life learning environments.Â
CONNECTED
We’ll provide you with the experiences you need to be ready for employment or the next step on your educational journey.