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Foundation Studies: Pathways to Independance, Further Education and Employment

at Riverside College Halton, Widnes · college

Entry levelStepping stonesOther1 yearFull time

What the college says

Aimed at school leavers. The Foundation Studies department provides further education for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, autistic spectrum disorders and behavioural problems, who are aged between 16 and 25 years. The three pathways are designed to provide a personalised learning programme. Foundation Studies Pathway to Independence: This programme of study is focused on preparing you for adulthood offering you the opportunity to develop a range of skills that will allow you to live as independently as possible and achieve your aspirations. You will be provided with a practical, engaging and enjoyable programme of learning. Foundation Studies Pathway to Further Education: This programme of study is focused on preparing you for progression to mainstream provision. This course will provide you the opportunity to develop a range of vocational skills and maths and English qualifications to progress to the next level of study in the vocational area of your choice. You will be provided with a practical, engaging and enjoyable programme of learning. Foundation Studies Pathway to Employment This programme of study is focused on preparing you for progression to employment and to help you achieve your aspirations in the workplace. You will be provided with a practical, engaging and enjoyable programme of learning.

What you need to get on

Please enquire at the college website

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A supported starting point if exams have not gone well yet.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Not on the Section 96 list, but a school or college runs it full time, so check the age range with them.

Where it runs

  • Riverside College Kingsway Campus

    RIVERSIDE COLLEGE. Kingsway Campus Kingsway, WIDNES, WA8 7QQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · WIDNES

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