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Vocational Occupational Studies

at Cornwall College, St. Austell · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2025see the detail

Level 1Stepping stonesAward4 weeksFull timeFree

What the college says

If you are not yet sure which pathway to choose this course helps you try different vocational areas while developing the study skills and behaviours needed for your next step. You will build teamwork self-confidence and English and maths while learning what different subjects involve and what careers they can lead to.

What you need to get on

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers • No formal qualifications required. Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group • Successful completion of previous course Electively Home Educated Applicants • Students must have been out of education and home-schooled for at least 6 months prior to enrolling and registered with the Local Authority as home-schooled by the end of the May half-term. • Applicants must be aged 15 or above on or bef

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?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Duchy College - Stoke Climsland

    Stoke Climsland, PL17 8PB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 8 September 2026

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