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This is a one-year programme COMMENCING September each year which will allow you to build confidence, upskill your qualifications and gain practical experience in either the Construction Industry or Catering Industry.


Academic Year: 2022/23

Course Code: 10113

Campus: Downpatrick, Newtownards

Study Type: Full-Time

Education Level Further Education

Sessions

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Course Overview

For the duration of the programme you will have a personal mentor to guide and support you.

Candidates over 18 years of age, in receipt of Universal Credit, will be allowed to retain their benefit during the duration of the programme.

Candidates under 18 years of age can apply for EMA.

Candidates who are aged under 19 on 1 July 2021 can apply for a Travel Pass.  Full details on eligibility can be found at FE Transport Application

Course Modules

You will gain one of the following qualifications:

OCN NI Level 1 Certificate in Vocational Skills, which includes the following modules:

Building & Construction Skills - Newtownards Campus

  • Bricklaying: Constructing a half brick wall
  • Developing Carpentry Hands skills
  • Plastering
  • Construction drawing skills
  • Teamwork Skills in Practice
  • Exploring Employment Opportunities
  • Take Part in Vocational Taster

OR

Catering & Hospitality - Downpatrick Campus

  • Food & Drink service
  • Maintaining Handle and Clean knives
  • Food preparation & Cooking
  • Teamwork Skills in Practice
  • Exploring Employment Opportunities
  • Take Part in Vocational Taster

Essential Skills up to Level 2 (Newtownards & Downpatrick):

  • Literacy
  • Numeracy

Industry recognised qualifications:

  • CSR
  • Food Hygiene

Ideal If:
You want to sample various parts of industry whilst gaining qualifications and you enjoy practical work.

You'll Learn:
Job searching tools and techniques; have the confidence to use them and become work ready

You'll Love:
Practical hands on work experience plus the support of your own mentor.

You'll Progress:
On completion of the programme your personal mentor will continue to support you on your journey into vocational training programmes, further education or employment.

You'll Need:
There are no formal entry requirements but students should be interested in pursuing a career in the construction industry, catering industry or industry of your choice.
Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Available Sessions Summary

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Further Education

Further Education

If you have just completed your GCSEs, Further Education is most likely the option for you. FE covers qualifications from entry to higher level qualifications such as Awards, Certificates, Diplomas, NVQ, BTEC and Apprenticeships.

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