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Non regulated provision, Entry Level, Preparation for Work

at The Manchester College, Manchester · college

Entry levelStepping stonesOther1 yearFull time

What the college says

Preparation for Supported Internships are aimed specifically at students with Education, Health and Care plans up to the age of 24 who have learning difficulties and/or disabilities. If they are motivated about work and want to progress to paid employment in the future, this course can help them on the path to success. This course will give students the opportunity to develop employability skills in preparation for work. Students will think about the skills and qualities needed for working life and will explore job interests. They will identify and demonstrate (show) how to present positively to employers. Students will develop work skills and complete employability and community units including Health and Safety at Work; Working as Part of a Group; Enterprise and Community Action. The course will be a mix of classroom activity, community visits and work placements. Students will develop employability skills alongside working on Functional Skills Maths and English. Students will take part in a work placement during the year, in an area of interest to them. Students will develop confidence and independence skills that will enable them to progress to the next stage. By the end of the programme, students will have a better understanding of their career options and most will progress to a Supported Internship. The course will include: • Preparation for work • Exploring different job roles and careers • Employability skills • How to present positively to Employers • Health and saf

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

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

  • Citylabs

    Citylabs Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Manchester

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