Non regulated provision, Level 1, Foundations for Learning and Life

Level 1Stepping stonesOtherGeneric award - no awarding body

A first step that builds towards Level 2. It is not on the approved list for 16 to 18 funding, so check who can take it.

29 providers teach this exact qualification.

Yorkshire and The Humber6

Calderdale College
Halifax · 144 hours
Entry requirements not listed.
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Community Training Services Limited
Sheffield · 60 hours
They ask for: ***RECRUITING NOW for 2026/2027*** - Are you aged 16-19? Or 19-24 with an Education, Health Care Plan, have evidence that you legally reside in the UK, are you
Their versionFree
Community Training Services Limited
Sheffield · 60 hours
They ask for: ***RECRUITING NOW for 2026/2027*** - Are you aged 16-19? Or 19-24 with an Education, Health Care Plan, have evidence that you legally reside in the UK, are you
Their versionFree
Morthyng Vocational College
Rotherham · 180 hours
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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Yorkshire Rose College
Doncaster · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
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Capital City College Group
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: 16 - 25 year olds with EHCP.
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Capital City College Group
London · 36 weeks
They ask for: You will need:Entry 3 Level in English and MathsBasic IT skills
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Dorton College of Further Education
Bromley · 1 year
Entry requirements not listed.
Their version£1,000
New City College
London · 44 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFree
New City College
London · 46 weeks
Entry requirements not listed.
Their version£0 to £110
South Bank Colleges
London · 1 week
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 Level 1 Allyship ( College Cert ) 16-18.
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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 Entry Level 3 English and preferably h
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Milton Keynes College
Milton Keynes · 1 year
They ask for: See College website for details
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Romney Resource Centre
New Romney · 11 months
They ask for: There are no specific entry requirements except a commitment to attendance, adherence to the behaviour contract and a keenness to make progress with their studi
Their versionFree
Surrey County Council
Woking · 10 weeks
They ask for: This is an Intermediate Level conversation course for learners from Hong Kong who have self assessed at this level by answering the questions on the SAL website
Their versionFree
The Windsor Forest Colleges Group
Berkshire · 35 weeks
They ask for: Students must have a desire to work and the ability to access work placements with minimal support. To access this course the student will need to be working at
Their versionFree
The Windsor Forest Colleges Group
Berkshire · 35 weeks
They ask for: Students must be working at Entry 3 or above for English and Maths and have the ability to be independent on campus. Suitability for the programme will be asses
Their versionFree

Canto Learning Limited
Northampton · 2 years
Entry requirements not listed.
Their versionFree
DCG
Derby · 36 weeks
They ask for: You’ll need English and Maths at grade 1, equivalent, or below, and should attend transition events to ensure readiness. This pathway suits learners who want to
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Leicester College
Leicester · 1 year
They ask for: You will need to attend an interview and demonstrate why you feel Launchpad is the right course for you.
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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: You’ll need 4 GCSEs at grades 3–1/D–G, including English Language and maths, or a relevant Entry 3 vocational qualification and you will also be asked to sit an
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Heart of Worcestershire College
Redditch · 1 year
They ask for: The course is aimed at around Level 1. It is accepted that learners may not have this level in Maths and English qualifications., , You must have a willingness
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North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College
Nuneaton · 1 year
They ask for: Learners must be aged between 19-25 and have an Education, Health, and Care Plan
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Royal National College For The Blind
Hereford · 12 months
They ask for: An interest in the subject area or career path is desirable, however entry requirements can be discussed individually during Pre-Entry Assessment.
Their versionFree
Royal National College For The Blind
Hereford · 12 months
They ask for: An interest in the subject area or career path is desirable, however entry requirements can be discussed individually during Pre-Entry Assessment.
Their versionFree

East Coast College
Lowestoft · 600 hours
They ask for: Entry requirements available on request.
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North Lancs. Training Group C.I.C.
Accrington · 24 weeks
They ask for: Learners must be motivated to get a job but may lack the skills and experience that employers are looking for.
Their versionFree