Access to FE in
Landbased and Environmental Studies
This course is a one-year Entry 3 level developing practical work skills and improving communication, teamwork and organisational skills. It is assessed through a mixture of practical activities and by portfolio building.
Entry requirements
The course is aimed at 16-21 year olds with Learning Difficulties/Disabilities such as dyslexia, Asperger’s Syndrome and other mild autistic tendencies, mild general Learning Difficulties or mild ADHD. The course is also suitable for young people with poor earlier educational experiences due to school phobias, other general anxiety disorders, or poor attendance.
Candidates need to be able to work towards Entry 3 in Literacy and towards Entry 2 in Numeracy. This course is not suitable for candidates requiring one to one support or supervision.
All applicants are invited to interview with the vocational tutor and the Learning Support team. Submission of information relating to special educational needs (e.g. statements, reports from other agencies, and contact with parents/carers) is vital to assess candidates’ needs prior to acceptance on the course.
Candidates need to have the potential to improve their education over the year and, hopefully, progress to a Level 1 course in Animal Care, Horticulture, Floristry or Countryside Management at Capel Manor College.
Students need to be willing to work outdoors and take part in practical activities. An interest in growing plants, the environment or caring for animals is an advantage.
The students need to have had a tetanus injection and wear steel toe-capped boots for their practical sessions.
Course content
The course runs for three days a week from September to July as follows:
- • 1 day: practical horticulture skills OR practical animal care skills
• 1 day: functional skills (English, maths, IT) and Work Skills at Entry 3
• 1 day: general units (listed below) with ‘taster’ sessions in other industries that are taught at Capel Manor College
e.g. floristry/balloons/countryside.
See Access to FE students in action
Qualification gained
In addition to working towards Functional Skills in English, Mathematics and ICT at Entry 3 Level this course leads to an NOCN Entry 3 Certificate/Diploma in Skills Towards Enabling Progression (Step-UP).
Though common units will be covered in all groups some programmes will be primarily aimed at Horticulture, others at Animal Care, with a selection from the following list:
General/Common units:
Health and safety awareness
Induction to College
Induction to study
Introduction to group & teamwork communication skills
Introduction to teamwork skills
Introduction to understanding self & others
Introduction to assertiveness and decision making
Introduction to career preparation
Personal body hygiene awareness
Understanding a work experience placement
Understanding nutrition, performance and healthy eating
Horticulture Programme:
Developing an awareness of soil types and garden habitats
Understanding ecology and conservation
Developing skills for sowing and growing plants
Developing skills for using and maintaining garden tools
Introduction to amenity horticulture skills
Introduction to cultivating plant cuttings
Introduction to garden horticulture
Introduction to garden maintenance skills
Introduction to planting in a container
Introduction to propagation of plants
Understanding how to cultivate herbs
Vocational Unit: Understanding the skills required for floristry
Animal Care Programme:
Introduction to animal accommodation
Introduction to responsible pet ownership
Introduction to handling of small animals
Introduction to the principles of the care of animals
Identify parts of animals’ bodies.
Begin to understand how animals’ bodies function
Assisting with the care and feeding of small animals
Maintain the safety of self and others in the workplace
Progression
On successful completion of the course, students have the opportunity to apply for higher level courses within the college. To progress to a Level 1 or 2 qualification the student will need to have completed the Access to FE course with distinction overall (no referrals) with an excellent attendance record and should also have demonstrated the capacity to progress further in their studies with a reduced level of support.
Venue
The course is currently available in Enfield, but may be run in other centres from September 2010 depending on levels of demand.
Fees
To apply for this course online - click the Apply>> link
| Awarding Body | Qualification | Course Title | Int | Day | Start Date | Course Times | 19+ Tuition Fee | 19+ Reg Fee | Study Period | Centre | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOCN | Progression Diploma | Access to FE in Landbased & Environment Studies | Yes | Mon | Sep | Full-time 0900:1600 | £1097 | £120 | 1 Year | Gunnersbury Park | Apply>> |
| NOCN | Progression Diploma | Access to FE in Animal Care | Yes | Mon | Sep | Full-time 0900:1600 | £1097 | £120 | 1 Year | Enfield | Apply>> |
| NOCN | Progression Diploma | Access to FE in Horticulture & Environment Studies | Yes | Mon | Sep | Full-time 0900:1600 | £1097 | £120 | 1 Year | Enfield | Apply>> |
| NOCN | Progression Diploma | Access to FE in Landbased & Environment Studies | Yes | Mon | Sep | Full-time 0900:1600 | £1097 | £120 | 1 Year | Crystal Palace | Apply>> |
Unless stated otherwise, students aged 16-18 are exempt from tuition and registration fees
For further information and how to apply please contact the Student Registry at:
Capel Manor College Bullsmoor Lane, Enfield, Middlesex EN1 4RQ Tel: 08456 122 122