Non regulated provision, Entry Level, Foundations for Learning and Life

Entry levelStepping stonesOtherGeneric award - no awarding body

A supported starting point if exams have not gone well yet. It is not on the approved list for 16 to 18 funding, so check who can take it.

162 providers teach this exact qualification.

South East39

Abingdon and Witney College
Abingdon · 1 week
They ask for: No formal entry requirements however all students are required to have an Education Health & Care Plan that is supported by their Local Authority and places on
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Abingdon and Witney College
Abingdon · 1 week
They ask for: No formal entry requirements however all students are required to have an Education Health & Care Plan that is supported by their Local Authority and places on
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Abingdon and Witney College
Abingdon · 1 week
They ask for: Places on these courses are coordinated through the EHCP Consultation process via Oxfordshire County Council SEN team. Students will also be assessed during tra
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Abingdon and Witney College
Abingdon · 1 week
They ask for: Places on these courses are coordinated through the EHCP Consultation process via Oxfordshire County Council SEN team. Students will also be assessed during tra
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Abingdon and Witney College
Abingdon · 2 weeks
They ask for: No formal entry requirements however all students are required to have an Education Health & Care Plan that is supported by their Local Authority and places on
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Abingdon and Witney College
Abingdon · 1 week
They ask for: No formal entry requirements however all students are required to have an Education Health & Care Plan that is supported by their Local Authority and places on
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Abingdon and Witney College
Abingdon · 1 week
They ask for: No formal entry requirements however all students are required to have an Education Health & Care Plan that is supported by their Local Authority and places on
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Activate Learning
Oxford · 1 year
They ask for: We would like to get to know you as soon as possible, sometimes even two years before you are due to leave school. We run transition programmes and taster days
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Activate Learning
Oxford · 1 year
They ask for: We would like to get to know you as soon as possible before you are due to leave school. We run transition programmes and taster days to assess your needs but a
Their version£1,600
Activate Learning
Oxford · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for this programme. A school/college report and an EHCP may be a requirement, based on your support needs. Your suitabili
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Activate Learning
Oxford · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for this programme. A school/college report and an EHCP may be a requirement, based on your support needs. Your suitabili
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Activate Learning
Oxford · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for this programme. A school/college report and an EHCP may be a requirement, based on your support needs. Your suitabili
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Activate Learning
Oxford · 1 year
They ask for: We would like to get to know you as soon as possible, sometimes even two years before you are due to leave school. We run transition programmes and taster days
Their version£1,600
Activate Learning
Oxford · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for this programme. A school/college report and an EHCP may be a requirement, based on your support needs. Your suitabili
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Activate Learning
Oxford · 1 year
They ask for: Each application is assessed individually.. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk
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Brooklands College
Weybridge · 36 weeks
They ask for: Please refer to Website
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: p This course is designed for school leavers. /p p There are no formal qualifications needed. /p p Students should be able to demonstrate that they are willing
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: You will need an interest in becoming more independent and developing skills for work. Your suitability for the programme will be assessed at interview and duri
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: Individual applications will be reviewed for appropriate skills and readinessfor each level.
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: p class=MsoNormal An interest in becoming more independent and developingskills for life. /p p class=MsoNormal Suitability for the programme will be assessed at
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: Individual applications will be reviewed for appropriate skills and readiness for each level.
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: Individual applications will be reviewed for appropriate skills and readiness for each level but you should have achieved an Entry Level 2 in literacy.
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: p class=MsoNormal This course is for you if you are working at Entry 3 leveland looking to progress onto Level 1 vocational or academic courses employmentin fut
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Chichester College Group
Chichester · 1 year
They ask for: This course is for you if you are working at Entry 3 level looking to progress onto Level 1 vocational or academic courses employment in future or want to build
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East Surrey College
Redhill · 34 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
Their version£1,124
East Sussex College Group
Eastbourne · 1 year
They ask for: Please see website
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East Sussex College Group
Eastbourne · 1 year
They ask for: No Formal Entry Criteria.
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East Sussex College Group
Eastbourne · 1 year
They ask for: No Formal Entry Criteria.
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Farnborough College of Technology
Farnborough · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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Havant and South Downs College
Waterlooville · 1 year
They ask for: A positive attitude to learning and a willingness to undertake community work.
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Isle of Wight College
Newport · 36 weeks
They ask for: We will meet with you before you start at college and discuss your ambitions, your Educational Health and Care Plan and your personal needs
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South Hampshire College Group
Fareham · 6 weeks
They ask for: You need to have an interest and passion for the Food Service Industry and have a good work ethic to be able to learn in a professional environment. You need to
Their version£141
Surrey County Council
Woking · 10 weeks
They ask for: The course is for those who wish to develop basic speaking and listening skills for use in everyday situations. It will be delivered through live online session
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The Henley College
Henley-On-Thames · 3 years
They ask for: All students must have an EHCP. There are no formal entry requirements for this course. All applicants are assessed prior to entry to ensure they are enrolled o
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The Windsor Forest Colleges Group
Berkshire · 35 weeks
They ask for: Students must be working at Entry 1 or above in English and maths and should be able to access the campus independently (depending on individual needs). Suitabi
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The Windsor Forest Colleges Group
Berkshire · 35 weeks
They ask for: Students will have a desire to progress towards learning and employment opportunities and be working at Entry 2 or above in English and maths. Students should b
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The Windsor Forest Colleges Group
Berkshire · 36 weeks
They ask for: Students need to have an EHCP, want to go into employment, be willing to learn new skills within a working environment, and be committed to accessing a workplac
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The Windsor Forest Colleges Group
Berkshire · 35 weeks
They ask for: Students must be working at Milestone 8 upwards or towards Entry Level 1 in English and maths. Students must be able to work towards accessing all areas of the
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East of England31

Bedford College
Bedford · 1 year
They ask for: Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for this course and acceptance will be subject to an interview.
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however most learners who access this course will have an EHCP and a formal diagnosis of autism. Once an
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: This course is designed for students who are aged 16- 25 and who have additional needs and/or disabilities. There are no formal Entry requirements for this cour
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: Students usually progress from local Complex Schools to Future Choices 1. Entry is not based on any specific ability or disability, but potential students may h
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: This course is for young people aged 16-25 who may have moderate to severe learning difficulties, autistic spectrum disorders, emotional and behavioural difficu
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however most learners who access this course will have an EHCP and a formal diagnosis of autism. Once an
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: Applicants do not need formal entry requirements but should be working towards entry level 3 for English. Students will need to have good attendance . All appli
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for this course and acceptance will be subject to an interview.
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however most learners who access this course will have an EHCP and a formal diagnosis of autism. Once an
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for this course and acceptance will be subject to an interview.
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: No formal entry requirements. The course is for students who are preparing for employment having come through other Inclusive Learning courses, or who are new t
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements however most applicants for the Inclusive learning Department will have an Educational health and Care Plan
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements, however most applicants for the Inclusive Learning Department will have an Educational Health and Care Plan.
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: No formal entry requirements
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: Students usually progress from local Complex Schools to the PAL course. Members of the PAL team visit those educational settings, talk to candidates� teachers,
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City College Norwich
Norwich · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for this course and acceptance will be subject to an interview. The course is designed to assist students in the transiti
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East Coast College
Lowestoft · 600 hours
They ask for: Entry requirements available on request.
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East Coast College
Lowestoft · 600 hours
They ask for: Entry requirements available on request.
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East Coast College
Lowestoft · 536 hours
They ask for: Entry requirements available on request.
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East Coast College
Lowestoft · 600 hours
They ask for: Entry requirements available on request.
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Harlow College
Harlow · 1 year
They ask for: Students wishing to apply to any of the courses within the Supported Studies area at Harlow College, must hold an EHCP (Education, Health & Care Plan).
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Hertford Regional College
Ware · 35 weeks
They ask for: Upon completion of an application all learners will be invited along with a parent/carer/guardian to attend an interview where the learner will be introduced to
Their version£362
Inspire Education Group
Peterborough · 36 weeks
They ask for: No formal qualification are required.
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Inspire Education Group
Peterborough · 36 weeks
They ask for: No formal qualification are required.
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Inspire Education Group
Peterborough · 36 weeks
They ask for: No formal qualification are required.
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Sense College
Peterborough · 1 year
They ask for: No previous requirements or skills are required.
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Suffolk New College
Ipswich · 1 year
They ask for: No Entry Requirements are needed.
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Suffolk New College
Ipswich · 1 year
They ask for: Entry will be determined by interview. Applications will need to be motivated and demonstrate a responsible attitude.
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West Herts College
Watford · 33 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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London25

Area 51 Education Ltd
London · 36 months
They ask for: Students applying for this course will be in receipt of an EHCP unless they are very new to the UK. Students applying for this course will usually have communic
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Barking and Dagenham College
Romford · 216 hours
They ask for: Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
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Capital City College Group
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: This course is ideal for those:- Aged 18-25, with a current EHCP- Working at Entry Level 2-3- Travel trained (or actively working towards this)- Keen to move in
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Capital City College Group
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: You will need:EHCP in place, working towards or at Entry Level 3A willingness to engage in both classroom and community/workplace activitiesNo formal academic q
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Caretrade Charitable Trust
London · 24 months
They ask for: Learners must be aged 18-25, have an EHCP, an autism spectrum diagnosis (or autistic traits and be an individual who would benefit from autistic learning enviro
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Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College
London · 1 year
They ask for: Thiscourse is suitable for those with adiagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Before enrolment, students will meetour course tutors to ensure the course i
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Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College
London · 4 weeks
They ask for: You will have an interview with our course teachers at enrolment to check that the course is right for you, and that you are interested in exploring different l
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Ealing, Hammersmith & West London College
London · 3 weeks
They ask for: Formal qualifications are not essential. Learners will attend short interview online to assess their learning support needs who wish to develop their understand
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Harrow College
Uxbridge · 35 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Harrow College
Uxbridge · 36 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Harrow College
Uxbridge · 35 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Harrow College
Uxbridge · 35 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Harrow College
Uxbridge · 35 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Harrow College
Uxbridge · 35 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Harrow College
Uxbridge · 36 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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London South East Colleges
Bromley · 36 weeks
They ask for: There are no entry requirements but if you don't have any qualifications you will be asked to take an English and maths test.
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Morley College
London · 4 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
Their version£595
NACRO
London · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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New City College
London · 44 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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New City College
London · 44 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
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Orchard Hill College of Further Education
Wallington · 36 weeks
They ask for: This programme is designed for students with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities. Qualifications below Entry level.
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South Bank Colleges
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about Entry Level Learning for the Community (
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South Bank Colleges
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about Entry Level Learning for Independence (C
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South Bank Colleges
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about Entry Level Community Progression - Tran
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Treehouse School
London · 3 years
They ask for: Individual assessment for pupils with a diagnosis of autism that hold a current Education, Health and Care Plan
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West Midlands20

Dudley College of Technology
Dudley · 1 year
They ask for: Applicants will be invited to attend a needs assessment to ensure support needs can be met. Following this, a mandatory taster session is arranged to provide tr
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Dudley College of Technology
Dudley · 1 year
They ask for: Applicants will be invited to attend a needs assessment to ensure support needs can be met. Following this, a mandatory taster session is arranged to provide tr
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Heart of Worcestershire College
Redditch · 1 year
They ask for: There are no entry requirements for this course.
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Hereward College of Further Education
Coventry · 2 years
They ask for: Students with an EHC Plan
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Hereward College of Further Education
Coventry · 2 years
They ask for: Students with an EHC Plan
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Hereward College of Further Education
Coventry · 1 year
They ask for: Students with an EHC Plan
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North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College
Nuneaton · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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Regent College
Stoke-On-Trent · 38 weeks
They ask for: EHCP
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Solihull College and University Centre
Solihull · 1 year
They ask for: No specific qualifications are required to join the course. However- we ask students to take part in an initial assessment and interview to determine if you hav
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South & City College Birmingham
Birmingham · 1 year
They ask for: Everyday Lifeskills Working at or below Entry 1Exploring Independence Working at or towards Entry 1Community Independence able to demo
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South & City College Birmingham
Birmingham · 1 year
They ask for: The learners must:Be aged 16 � 18 years old, with an additional learning need. Learners with an EHCP aged 16 � 24 years o
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South & City College Birmingham
Birmingham · 1 year
They ask for: You will need to have minimum Entry Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English � You will be expected to be able to work towards progressing on to the wider
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South & City College Birmingham
Birmingham · 1 year
They ask for: Everyday Lifeskills Working at or below Entry 1Exploring Independence Working at or towards Entry 1Community Independence able to
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South Staffordshire College
Penkridge · 35 weeks
They ask for: There are no formal qualifications needed for this provision. Learners expected on this provision will be operating at P7 to entry level 1+
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South Staffordshire College
Penkridge · 35 weeks
They ask for: No formal qualifications needed. Learners work towards RARPA (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement) targets, which are identified through the EHCP
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South Staffordshire College
Penkridge · 35 weeks
They ask for: No formal qualifications are needed. Learners work toward RARPA targets identified through EHCP and assessments. RARPA ensures progress and achievement are moni
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South Staffordshire College
Penkridge · 35 weeks
They ask for: Learners are required to have Entry level 2 or above in maths and English to complete this qualification, as well as the desire to increase their independence (
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Stoke On Trent College
Stoke-On-Trent · 14 weeks
They ask for: There are no formal qualifications for this course.
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Telford College
Telford · 1 year
They ask for: There are no entry requirements for students to study ESOL at Telford College, you will be invited in for an interview before enrolment.
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Telford College
Telford · 1 year
They ask for: Usually special school leavers, aged 16, usually assessed as pre entry level- entry level 2 with an identified SEN need. Students will be supported by an EHCP.
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South West19

Brunel Education
Royal Wootton Bassett · 39 weeks
They ask for: No Entry requirement
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Employ My Ability (Ema) Limited
Moreton · 24 months
They ask for: This is suitable for learners with an EHCP and SEND.
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Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group
Exeter · 387 hours
They ask for: See website for futher details
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Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group
Exeter · 261 hours
They ask for: See website for futher details
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Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group
Exeter · 83 hours
They ask for: See website for futher details
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Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group
Exeter · 306 hours
They ask for: See website for futher details
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Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group
Exeter · 387 hours
They ask for: See website for futher details
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Exeter and North Devon Colleges Group
Exeter · 315 hours
They ask for: See website for futher details
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Oakwood Specialist Colleges Limited
Dawlish · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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PETROC
Barnstaple · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements for this programme other than the desire to study and develop into someone who is ready for employment or further trainin
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South Devon College
Paignton · 1 month
They ask for: You will be required to be working towards achieving Maths at Level 1, You will be required to be working towards achieving English at Level 1, You will be requ
Their version£120
South West Regional Assessment Centre Limited
Wimborne · 3 years
They ask for: A willingness to learn and progress. The course is for young people with special educational needs and disabilities with or without an EHCP.
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South West Regional Assessment Centre Limited
Wimborne · 12 months
They ask for: A willingness to learn and progress.
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Truro and Penwith College
Truro · 3 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Truro and Penwith College
Truro · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
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Truro and Penwith College
Truro · 3 years
They ask for: No prior quals required.
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University Centre Somerset College Group
Bridgwater · 1 year
They ask for: Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail info@usccollegegroup.ac.uk for details.
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University Centre Weston
Weston-Super-Mare · 333 days
Entry requirements not listed.
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Yeovil College
Yeovil · 1 year
They ask for: No formal entry requirement. This course is for young people aged 16-25 who may have moderate to severe learning difficulties.
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East Midlands13

DCG
Derby · 9 weeks
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements.All applicants will have an individual advice and guidance interview to assess their needs and suitability for the course
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DCG
Derby · 9 weeks
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements.All applicants will have an individual advice and guidance interview to assess their needs and suitability for the course
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Homefield College Limited
Loughborough · 2 years
They ask for: Students need to be aged 16 - 25 and have an Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP). Our Personal Development pathway is suitable for students who have complex
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Homefield College Limited
Loughborough · 1 year
They ask for: Students need to be aged 16 - 25 and have an Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP). This provision is suitable for students who are unable to access main Homef
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Leicester College
Leicester · 1 year
They ask for: Our Provision is for young people, 16 and over, who wish to continue their learning journey beyond compulsory education. Our course could be appropriate for you
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Leicester College
Leicester · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements, but you will need to complete an application form, submit satisfactory references and come for an interview. During your
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Leicester College
Leicester · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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Loughborough College
Loughborough · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements, but students should demonstrate English skills at Entry Level 3 and a willingness to learn and progress. This course is
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Loughborough College
Loughborough · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements, but students should demonstrate English skills at Entry Level 3 and a willingness to learn and progress. This course is
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Loughborough College
Loughborough · 1 year
They ask for: There are no formal entry requirements but students will, where practical, be expected to build on previous skills.
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Moulton College
Northampton · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
Their version£1,600
Moulton College
Northampton · 1 year
They ask for: No formal qualifications are required but you will need to attend an interview to identify your interests and support needs.
Their version£1,600
Nottingham College
Nottingham · 1 year
They ask for: We will invite you to undertake an initial assessment and will be looking for a result of Entry Level 2 or 3. If the initial assessment results are lower than t
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North West6

Birtenshaw College
Bolton · 36 months
They ask for: Must have an EHCP
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Bury College
Bury · 1 year
They ask for: For New Horizons: Entry is subject to assessment needs, EHCP outcomes and successful transition.
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Hopwood Hall College
Manchester · 1 year
They ask for: Learners need to demonstrate their willingness to achieve sustainable employment and should be able to complete a supported work placement.
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Hugh Baird College
Bootle · 35 weeks
They ask for: https://www.hughbaird.ac.uk/entry-requirements
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Riverside College Halton
Widnes · 1 year
They ask for: Please enquire at the college website
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The Trafford and Stockport College Group
Altrincham · 2 years
They ask for: No formal entry requirementProfile of learners:- SEN is not the cause of low attainment; young people have the potential to achieve in the right setting.- Low l
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Yorkshire and The Humber5

Calderdale College
Halifax · 900 hours
Entry requirements not listed.
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Camphill Wakefield (Pennine Camphill Community Ltd)
Wakefield · 1 year
They ask for: All students must have a current Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP) or a current Learning Disability Assessment.
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Morthyng Vocational College
Rotherham · 180 hours
Entry requirements not listed.
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North Lindsey College / Doncaster College
Doncaster · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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Sheffield College, The
Sheffield · 1 year
They ask for: Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
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North East4

Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 35 weeks
They ask for: To join this course, learners must be aged between 16 and 24 and have an Education, Health and Care Plan. No previous qualifications or work experience are requ
Their version£9,000
Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 36 weeks
They ask for: To join this course, learners must be aged between 16 and 24 and have an Education, Health and Care Plan. No previous qualifications or work experience are requ
Their version£9,000
Newcastle College
Newcastle Upon Tyne · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFree
Prior Pursglove and Stockton Sixth Form College
Guisborough · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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