Skip to content
referalearnerFind my match

Introduction to College: Prepare and change

at South Staffordshire College, Penkridge · college

Level 1Stepping stonesOther31 weeksPart timeFree

What the college says

If you are a school leaver between the ages of 16-18 who is unsure of your next steps and are anxious or worried about starting college, then Introduction to College could be the perfect course for you whilst studying with us at South Staffordshire College. Our dedicated tutors will help you gain the confidence and skills you need to succeed in whatever your chosen path may be. We will help you develop your teambuilding, digital and employability skills through a wide range of fun and interactive lessons over 4 days a week. You will participate in units such as volunteering, learning a new skill, and physical activity, which will help contribute to you completing your Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award which is a mandatory element of the Introduction to College course. As part of Introduction to College, we will also support you immensely with progression as our biggest goal is to see you thrive in your next steps after spending the year with us. �A great environment, supported by great staff. A good opportunity to make new friends, find your place, and pick up some skills along the way.� (Abraham Goodwin-Meads, Introduction to College Student at Tamworth College, 2022-2023) �I have learned lots to be honest, mainly writing CV�s as I wasn�t that confident in doing them before. On a scale of 1-10, I would have scored myself 4 in confidence, but now I would score myself around a 7 since doing the course. I have found the whole course enjoyable and feel that the teamwork especially

What you need to get on

You will need to be working towards your GCSE maths and English and have previously achieved grade 1-2�s in these subjects. We do not accept students that have passed their GCSE English, maths or both.

How you are assessed

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

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Age range not confirmed in the source data. Check with the provider.

Where it runs

  • Cannock Campus

    Cannock Campus The Green, Cannock, WS11 1UE

    DaytimeClassroom based
    Check the journey

  • Tamworth Campus

    Tamworth Campus Croft Street, Tamworth, B79 8AE

    DaytimeClassroom based
    Check the journey

Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Cannock
  • 1 September 2026 · Tamworth

Who else teaches this exact qualification

Same qualification, different college. Entry requirements and how it is taught can differ a lot between them, which is the whole reason to compare.

See all 23 providers teaching it