St Vincent College Prospectus 2014 Entry

September 2014 EntryProspectus for Students with Support Needs

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Welcome to the Learning Support Unit at St Vincent College prospectus for 2015-16. The college has been providing sixth form education for the young people of Gosport, Fareham and the wider area for 26 years and has just completed a £3 million programme of refurbishment. We have a new look main building and refectory and a new extended learning resource centre, careers centre and student support centre.

This prospectus shows you that whatever your achievements before you arrive at college, we have a relevant course to offer you.

As you will see from this Prospectus, we present a range of provision that ensures we successfully meet the individual needs of the students who wish to attend St Vincent College. Our ethos is one of inclusivity and equality with a curriculum that meets the needs of every student and offers opportunities that may not be available elsewhere. Support is available in lessons, during breaks and whilst on off-site activities and is dependent upon an identified individual need.

The staff in the LSU are a professional, dedicated and caring team, determined to offer a full college experience to all our students irrespective of their previous educational background. The curriculum is designed to meet the academic, life skills and health and care requirements of the individual student.

St Vincent is a college where students learn in a harmonious and mutually respectful environment. We are proud of our inclusive and caring culture and the fact that our students are described by Ofsted as articulate and confident. We challenge all our students to stretch themselves academically and also offer extensive additional opportunities, including sports, the arts and a huge variety of trips and visits.

I hope this prospectus will encourage you to visit the college on one of our open evenings. We also hope you enjoy reading the Prospectus and that the information contained within offers the guidance that you are seeking. You will be able to see for yourself that St Vincent is a friendly and welcoming college and able to advise you on study programmes appropriate to every students’ individual needs.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need further information or wish to visit the Unit.

Principal’s Message

Glynis Western Manager, Learning Support

Di Lloyd Principal

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Key Dates

Autumn Open EveningsOctober 2013 5.30 pm – 8.30 pm

November 2013 5.30 pm – 8.30 pm

Spring Open EveningMarch 2014 5.30 pm – 8.30 pm

Parents’ Introduction EveningJune 2014

Introduction Day for new studentsJuly 2014

GCSE ResultsAugust 2014

EnrolmentAugust 2014

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Contentsg Why Choose St Vincent? 4

g Key Dates 2

g Contents 3

g Introduction to the Learning Support Unit 4

g Therapeutic Support 6

g Provision For Profound/Severe Learning Difficulties 8

g Bridging Courses 14

g Discrete Provision 16

g World of Work 18

g Foundation Learning 20

g Employability 24

g Post 19 Provision 26

g Young Enterprise 28


Jane WindsorLearning Support UnitCo-ordinator

My role in the Learning Support Unit is to coordinate the day to day running of the unit. I work closely with the Team Leaders, Nurse and Admin staff to ensure all the students in our care are fully supported in making the transition to college and are safe and able to access the full college experience. I work with staff to adjust programmes to ensure each young person is able to extend their talents, enjoy their interests and improve in areas to reach their true potential. I also seek and monitor feedback from students, parents and carers to ensure we are continually improving our curriculum offer and learning experiences. I look forward to working with you.

IntroDuCtIon to

Learners with Life Long Learning Difficulties and DisabilitiesAt St Vincent College we have a dedicated team offering specialist provision for young people aged 16-25 with Lifelong Learning Difficulties and Disabilities. We are also a Specialist Provider for meeting the needs of young people with life limiting conditions. Learners who have previously been statemented or attended specialist provision have the opportunity to enrol on one of our discrete courses and access the many different types of learning opportunities available, whether these are related to vocational skills or Independence and life skills. We have approximately 150 learners accessing our provision and have specialist teaching staff, a full-time Specialist Disability Paediatric Nurse, Health Care Assistant and more than 70 experienced Learning Support Assistants. Our ethos and provision aims to encourage every individual to reach their full potential in an environment that fosters positive relationships, independence and self-advocacy.

Transition to CollegeThe journey begins whilst your young person is still at school. It’s a good idea to visit us on one of our open evenings to obtain information from staff and get a feel for the college and the provision on offer. If you would then like to see the college during a working day, we are always happy to arrange a personal tour so please contact us to arrange a visit. If your young person decides he or she would like to come to St Vincent, let the school know as this will feature in the Year 10 or 11 Annual review and in your young person’s Moving on plan (S139a/EHCP). A personal Adviser (SEN) will meet with the young person and the parent/carer to produce the plan and this will feature information about the young person’s needs and identify the college/placement that he/she would like to progress to.

the Learning Support Unit

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The next step is to apply to the college, either online or by completing an application form. You and your young person will then be asked to attend an interview. The interview is a friendly, informal affair which is the first stage of really getting to know your young person and answering any concerns or questions you may have. At interview, we will often offer a place, or at the very least, will be able to indicate whether we can meet your young person’s needs. However, any offer is usually subject to us receiving the Moving on Plan. Once we have received this important document, we will respond with a formal offer and at this point we will begin applying for any funding your young person may need to enable them to access the course of their choice.

Knowing what a worrying time transition from school to college can be (for parents/carers as well as young people); we carry out the following to ensure the transition to college is a positive one:

• Visit the learners in their school environment prior to college, to meet and observe them and talk to teachers and support staff

• Liaise with schools and organise visits to the college to allow the young person to become familiar with staff and the new environment

• If a young person has medical needs, the college nurse will visit at home/school to ensure a seamless transition; putting in place the necessary care plan and the support required from outside agencies (Physio, OT, Paediatrician etc.).

Personal Progression PlanUsing information provided by the learner, their parent/carer, the previous provider and the college initial assessment, a progression plan is identified and personal progression targets are developed to incorporate the aspects of learning shown below. These are developed, monitored and adapted with the aim of ensuring every young person is equipped with the skills, experiences and confidence to move on and meet the demands and challenges of life when they leave college:

• Number

• Communicating needs, choices and feelings

• Making appropriate relationships and staying safe

• Reading, writing, listening, speaking

• Life skills and Independence

• Leisure, recreation and making healthy choices

• Work skills and experience

• Personal aspirations and interests

Disability is a matter of perception. If you can do just one thing well, you’re needed by someone.

Martina Navratilova Czech Tennis Player


therapeutIC support

Speech and Language Many of our young people have difficulty with communication and staff are trained in Makaton, PECS, AAC and adapting communication with learners working at various word levels. Targets are identified and monitored via the Personal Progression Plan and advice and guidance is provided by the Speech and Language Therapist. Some learners may have a diagnosed speech and language disorder. Details of this will be on the learner’s Moving On plan or EHCP. Where this is the case, our visiting Speech and Language Therapist will request previous reports and assess and monitor the young person’s speech and language needs. Where practicable, the therapist who has been working with the young person will be contracted to continue provision.

Targets are embedded in lessons and monitored daily via the keyworker. Communication groups are also provided for those who would benefit and are organised and facilitated by either the Speech or Language Therapist or our dedicated SaLT LSA. We also employ the services of Specialist Teacher Advisers to assess and advise on individuals with speech and language disorders.

Occupational/Physio TherapyOnce we know your young person has chosen St Vincent College, the Specialist Disability Nurse will contact the multi-disciplinary team working with the learner and plan the transition of therapies. Visiting therapists usually produce and adapt programmes that are then managed and facilitated by the nurse and her team.

Medical NeedsWe have many learners with medical needs and conditions which are met by the Specialist nurse and her team (comprising of a Health Care assistant and LSAs trained in assisting young people with physio, peg feeding, cough assist, suctioning etc). The nurse will often do a home visit and liaise with the external medical team to ensure a seamless transition and the appropriate care and intervention to allow the young person to access college life. Medication is also stored within a locked facility and managed directly by the nurse.

Claire GreenSpecialist Disability Nurse

Alex JamesHealth Care Support Worker

I work full time at St Vincent College as a Specialist Disability Nurse, with the support of Alex James, Health Care Support Worker. My primary role is to meet the health needs of students with life limiting conditions and also other students within the Foundation Department. We cater for students who require support with medication, gastrostomy feeds, tracheostomies, personal care and conditions such as epilepsy, diabetes and severe allergies. I oversee individual Manual Handling and Physiotherapy programmes.

I am involved in formulating Care Plans, staff training and liaising with and making referrals to other health professionals, as required.

If your young person has any medical needs and is considering attending the College, please feel free to contact me to discuss any queries or concerns.

We look forward to hearing from you!!!

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TransportIf your young person is unable to travel independently, this should feature in the S139a or EHC Plan. You will be required to complete an application form, to include medical/other evidence as to the young person’s needs. This will then be sent to us to provide details of the course. We have no jurisdiction over transport as the Local Authority in which the young person resides makes such decisions. Any concerns or issues over transport arrangements should thus be directed to the Local Authority transport team.


provIsIon For Profound/Severe Learning Diff iculties

Prep Sensory5 days per weekThis is a 2 – 3 year course and is designed to engage learners with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties, Severe Learning Difficulties and Autism through a range of experiential and sensory learning activities. Learners follow a sensory curriculum based around their individual strengths and needs which includes:

• Tactile Art and Creative Activities

• Movement and Music

• Physical skills and out and about

• Communicating

• Life skills, social skills and Independence

Learners work on individual programmes. Programmes are devised in response to information gathered from:

• The young person

• Parents/carers

• Previous provider

• Occupational Therapist

• Speech and Language Therapist

• Assessment information

In addition to working on their individual programme, the learner will work with/alongside others in lessons that will motivate and engage them in line with their interests and talents.

Key WorkLearners are assigned a key worker who they will see daily to work on their personal targets

Accreditation:BTEC Entry Level 1 Award in Personal Progress

Examples of units: • Developing Communication Skills

• Developing self-awareness

• Encountering experiences

• Engaging with the world around you (people)

• Engaging with the world around you (objects)

Mel WilliamsTeam Leader, SLD Provision

Within the learning support unit we provide specific courses in order to meet the complex and sometimes life limiting conditions of young people with Severe Learning Difficulties and Differences.Like mainstream courses across the college, our discrete specialised programmes also provide pathways to progression and in addition, focus on a holistic approach to meeting the needs of every student. The individual programmes are set up to ensure that a needs-led programme is both motivating and fun with an emphasis on developing Life Skills and Independency. Subjects include; animal care, horticulture, basic cooking, dealing with emergencies, going out and about in the community and managing money.

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Prep Year 1 5 days per weekThis is a 2 year course for learners with Severe Learning Difficulties. This is recognised as being a big transition for learners who may well have been in the same special school provision for many years. The timetable therefore reflects that of more traditional subjects found on the national curriculum to ease these learners into college life and expectations

Learners are fully supported to enable full access to the full college environment whilst following a curriculum that includes:

• Number, ICT and Communication skills

• Using Public Transport and getting out and about

• Animal Care

• Using IT

• Horticulture

Key Work• Creative Art Activities

• Cookery

• Sport, health and fitness

• Exploring movement and Dance

Learners are assigned a key worker who they will see daily to work on their personal targets.

Prep Year 2The second year of the college prep course aims at encouraging the learner to become more independent at college, home and in the community.

Accreditation:BTEC Entry 1 Certificate in Personal Progress

Examples of Units:• Understanding what money is used for

• Developing Independent living skills – having your say

• Developing community participation skills – getting about

• Travel in the community – going places

• Rights and Responsibilities – everybody matters

• Developing skills for the workplace – following instruction

• Engage in a creative group project

• Everyday food and drink preparation

• Health and Fitness

Jenny QuibellTeaching Assistant, SLD Provision

We endeavour to support young people with Severe Learning Difficulties to become more independent and to communicate more effectively with people. We work with individual students to develop skills which both the student and their carers are keen to encourage and are within the students reach. We work hard to ensure that students learn in a supportive environment and that they are happy and have fun.


Life Skills5 days per weekThis 1 – 2 year course aims to focus on the learner’s personal self. Whilst gaining skills in independence at home and college, the emphasis is on learning self-help skills and self-confidence.

Enrichment:• Sport and Fitness

• Personal Targets

• Using IT

• Music

• Communicating with confidence

Year 2• Shopping for daily living

• Being a customer

• Hygiene and safety

• Taking part in an Enterprise activity and producing a product

• Caring for Pets at home

Key WorkAll learners are assigned a keyworker who they will see daily to work on their personal targets.

Accreditation:Entry 2 Award/ Certificate in Skills for Independence and work

Examples of Units:• Travelling using public transport

• Personal safety in the community

• Helping to maintain a garden

• Growing Plants

• Personal Hygiene

• Food Preparation and Cooking at Home

• Cleaning, washing, drying and storing laundry

ProgressionLearners may progress onto one of the following courses:• Post 19 Course: New Horizons

• Post 19 Course: Young Enterprise

• Towards Independence

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Towards Independence5 days per weekThis course is multifaceted and is designed to give an insight into various creative and vocational subjects. Learning about topics important for independent living, alongside literacy and numeracy skills is included. The aim is to prepare learners for potential progression onto other courses in addition to learning about sustainability and healthy living whilst improving skills in maths, English, IT and working together as a team. Learners also have the opportunity to participate in enterprise activities in horticulture and recycling. Part of the qualification is at level Entry level 2, whilst a fun sustainability project introduces learners to Entry 3 level work.

Enrichment• Learners choose and participate in 2 vocational options with

the Bridging Learners (mechanics, Showcase, Team Sports, Horticulture, Art, Photography and Textiles).


Accreditation:• BTEC Entry 2 Certificate in Skills for Independence and Work

(13 credits)

• BTEC Entry 3 Award in Sustainability

• For those progressing from our Life skills course: BTEC Diploma in Skills for Independence and Work

• Functional Skills

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Example of Units:• Environmental Awareness

• Recycling & Managing Packaging

• Healthy Living

• Caring for Pets at Home

• Exploring Dance

• Participating in sport in the local community

• Project in Sustainability

• Sustainability and Our Environment

• Working In a team

ProgressionLearners may progress onto one of the following courses:

• Post 19 Course: New Horizons

• Post 19 Course: Young Enterprise

• Bridging Independent Living Skills

To find yourself, think for yourself.

Socrates Greek Philosopher

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Independent Living Skills5 days per weekThis course is aimed at learners who have the potential to eventually live independently, have a family and gain employment. The course aims to equip learners with the skills they need to manage a budget, look after their home and the confidence to apply for work and pursue employment. The learners also learn about sexual health and becoming a parent.

Enrichment:• Home skills

• Life skills


• Using IT in everyday life

• Managing Money

• Keeping Fit

Key WorkAll learners are assigned a keyworker who they will see daily to work on their personal targets

Accreditation• BTEC Entry 3 Award in Parents to be

• BTEC Entry 3 Award in Work skills

• First Aid

• BTEC Level 1 Award in Home cooking skills

• Antenatal Care and Preparation for Birth

• Caring for a Young Baby from Birth to Six Months

• Interview Skills

• Searching for a job

• Managing Money

• Home Cooking Skills

ProgressionLearners may progress onto one of the following courses:• Bridging Personal Progress

• Bridging World of Work

Caroline ClarkTeam Leader, MLD ProvisionFinding the right course is fundamental to success. We offer students the opportunity to develop their self-confidence, independency skills and self advocacy within a challenging, well supported environment.Some students benefit from a highly structured approach to learning whilst others prefer a more flexible pathway; with individualised timetabling,the key to an empowered, motivated student is ensured.My team of staff inject the right ingredients to unlock all student potential.

Kelly EnglandTeaching Assistant

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Personal Progress5 days per weekThis is a 1 year course aimed at learners who have been studying at entry level 2/3 and are making the transition from a special school or provider where they have had a lot of support. The course recognises that the transition to an open, mainstream college can be hugely challenging to the learner’s coping strategies. The course aims to build confidence and support the learner in getting used to their new environment whilst studying at a similar level to allow the learner time to transfer skills and coping mechanisms to the new environment. The emphasis is on the development of personal and social skills whilst exploring the new opportunities and experiences that come hand in hand with college life, and in doing so, becoming more independent in the college setting.

Enrichment:• Personal Targets

Learners also choose and participate in 2 vocational options: • Mechanics • Showcase

• Team Sports • Horticulture

• Art • Photography

• Textiles


Accreditation• Entry 3 Certificate in Personal and Social Development

• First Aid

• Functional skills: maths, English, IT

Example of Units• Developing Self

• Dealing with Problems in daily life

• Community Action

• Healthy Living

• Preparation for work

• Managing own Money

• Working as Part of a group

ProgressionLearners may progress onto one of the following courses:• World of Work

• Diploma in Vocational Studies

• Employability Level 1

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DIsCrete provIsIon

New Beginnings5 days per weekSome of our Learners have severe social communication difficulties which requires a highly structured approach to reduce anxieties and enable these students to access their learning successfully. Such learners with these identified needs also require a highly supported transition to college to ensure a seamless move from the school environment to that of the college. Using a TEACCH approach and embedded methods to meet the needs of young people with sensory integration dysfunction, learners follow a curriculum that incorporates the following:

• Personal and Social Skills

• Music

• Art, hobbies and Crafts

• ICT

• Life skills and Personal Targets

• Communication Skills

• Number skills

• Sport and Fitness

It is recognised that although the learner may well have previously been working at Entry 3/Level 1 in some subjects, the transition to college will make demands on their coping strategies. Motivation and ability to learn can be compromised when learners are already overloaded by the unfamiliarity of the environment, staff, peer group and expectations. This course concentrates on personal and social functioning and thus the learners predominantly work at Entry Level 2, as it is these areas where they are likely to have the most difficulties. However, other components are accredited at Entry Level 3 or above depending on the learner’s ability. Once settled learners can, with support, access any number of cross college or in-house discrete subjects to meet their special talents and interests

Sue PerryTeaching Assistant, ASD Provision

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Enrichment:• Short Course


• Hobbies and Crafts

• Enterprise

• Music

• Art

• Sport


Accreditation• Entry Level 2/3 Award/Certificate in Personal and Social

Development

• Working towards functional Skills in Maths and English

Examples of Units: • Dealing with problems in daily life

• Managing Social relationships

• Working towards goals

• Developing Self

Learners will dip into other courses/qualifications, as appropriate in line with their social needs, talents and abilities

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World of Work 14 days per weekThis course is aimed at learners who may be capable of study at level 1 or 2 in some aspects. However, their social and emotional difficulties and anxieties have been known to pose a barrier to their personal and academic progress in the past, thus necessitating a more structured and supported transition to college life.

Learners follow a similar course to World of Work 2, with the additional support and provision of a more structured approach, whereby coping strategies, independence and self-help skills are embedded within the ethos and structure of the course. The aim is to equip each young person with a tool kit of strategies to enable them to progress as confident individuals and access their learning potential.

Learners are introduced to practical, vocational areas at Entry Level 3 and Level 1, thus taking the pressure of exams off for a year whilst they cope with the transition to college life and learn how to become a more independent and confident individual. Where appropriate, learners can ‘dip in’ to other college courses to provide stretch and challenge in areas of special interest or talents.

Enrichment: • Personal Targets

• Independence Skills

• Making Positive Relationships

• Working as a group/Team Skills

• Creative Writing

• Personal, Social and Health Studies

• IT User Skills

• Team Skills

• Keeping Fit/Sport

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Key Work All learners are assigned a keyworker who they will see daily to work on their personal targets.

AccreditationEntry Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Studies

Functional skills: Maths, English, IT

Examples of Units:Core Units include:

• Career Progression

• Self-Assessment

• Health Studies

2 Vocational Options from:• Travel and Tourism

• Music

• Media

• Art

• Sport

• Hair and Beauty

• Childcare

• Animal Care

• IT

ProgressionLearners may progress on to one of the following courses:• Level 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies



• Mainstream Level 1 or 2 course

• Post 19 Young Enterprise

You really have to work hard and apply yourself and by applying yourself and working hard and being diligent, you can achieve success.

Julie Benz American Actress


FounDatIon learnIng

Bridging World of Work 24 days per weekThis course is aimed at learners who have the potential for gaining supported employment or employment. Learners are introduced to vocational areas at Entry Level 3 and are further challenged by ‘tasting’ Level 1 vocational options; mixing with learners on the Level 1 Diploma in preparation for their transition the following year to a full, Level 1, mainstream college course. Learners also learn and practice work skills in line with their interests and personal aspirations and are supported in a work placement with a job coach (as required) to consolidate and apply the knowledge and skills learned.

Enrichment:• Personal Targets

• Creative Writing

• Personal, Social and Health Studies

• IT User Skills

• Team Skills


Accreditation• Entry Level 3 Certificate in Vocational Studies

• Functional skills: Maths, English, IT

Ben GreenfieldTeacher

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Examples of UnitsCore Units include:

• Career Progression

• Self-Assessment

• Health Studies

3 Vocational Options from:• Travel and Tourism

• Music

• Media

• Art

• Sport

• Hair and Beauty

• Childcare

• Animal Care

• IT

ProgressionLearners may progress on to one of the following courses:• Level 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies



• Post 19 Young Enterprise

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EMPLOYABILITYLevel 1

Course outline: This is a one year course for students studying at Level 1 who are aiming for employment. You study units designed to enhance employability alongside a vocational subject are and one day per week on work placement. Those who lack confidence and are not quite ready for a work placement are able to learn practical employment skills in retail or horticulture in our on-site enterprise opportunities designed to develop the skills require to work in the horticultural or retail industries.

Examples of vocational options include:• Health and Care

• Performing Arts

• Public Services

• Sport

• Horticulture

Qualifications gained will include the following:• BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Work Skills

• BTEC Level 1 Certificate in a vocational area

• Entry 3 or Level 1 Functional Skills in ICT, English and Maths

The course is taught by specialist staff in cross-college disciplines. Students are supported by LSAs in the classroom in lessons.

Examination Board:

Edexcel

Duration: One year

Entry qualifications:

No specific qualifications, however, students may have completed a previous Level 1 qualification at College

Enrichment opportunities:

All students have access to our enrichment programme

Next steps: Students may progress to the work place or can consolidate and further enhance their employability skills by progressing to our Employability course at Level 2

Assessment/Examination method:

• The course is portfolio based and is internally assessed then externally moderated

• Functional Skills may be assessed through examination

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Course outline:This is a one year course designed for students who are able to

study at Level 2. Students dip into a vocational subject area

(e.g. Performing Arts, Horticulture, Health and Care, Sport, ICT etc)

in line with their career aspirations and are supported in achieving

work skills units in:• Preparing for and attending interviews

• Contributing to meetings• Building relationships with colleagues

• Setting and meeting personal targets

• Practicing leaderships / teamwork skills

• Applying for jobsQualifications gained will include the following:

• BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Work Skills

• BTECLevel2Certificateinavocationalarea

(e.g. Health Care, Performing Arts, Horticulture, Sport and

Leisure, Public Services)The course is taught by specialist staff in cross-college disciplines.

Students are supported by LSAs in the classroom in lessons.

Examination Board: Edexcel

Duration:One year

Entryqualifications: Level1qualificatione.g.Employability

Level 1 or a different vocational area

Enrichment opportunities: All students have access to our

enrichment programme

Next steps:Employment or voluntary work

Assessment/• The course is portfolio based and is

internally assessed then externally

moderated

Examination method• Functional Skills may be assessed

through examination

EMPLOYABILITYLevel 2


Diploma in Vocational Studies16 hours per week, various times and daysThe Diploma in Vocational Studies offers learners the unique opportunity to explore several vocational subjects providing a flexible and engaging learning programme for those who remain unsure of their direction at Level 1. Learners can opt for a mixed programme from vocational areas such as:

• Performing Arts

• IT

• Music Tech/Performance

• Art

• Media Studies

• Carpentry

• Engineering

• Mechanics

• Small Animal Care

• Horticulture

• Forensic Science

• Public Services

• Childcare

• Health and Care

• Catering

• Sport and Active Leisure

• Hair and Beauty

Alternatively, learners can opt to follow a pathway based on a vocational sector that interests them e.g.

• Care

• Public Services

• Creative Arts

• Engineering and Construction

• Sport and Active leisure

• Performing Arts

Emma LindsayTeam Leader, Level 1 Vocational Provision

Within St Vincent College we offer a Level 1 provision to learners who have struggled with the constraints of a full time education for a number of reasons.

We provide individualised timetables for the learners to give them opportunities to taste different subjects or focus on the subjects they really enjoy. Our Level 1 provision provides pathways for the learners to progress to cross college Level 2 courses or onto an Employability Course to gain work skills.

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In addition, Health Studies, Work Skills, Supervised Study and functional skills complement the main programme

This course is offered to mainstream learners but we also make provision for an identified Nurture Group. Learners who have previously had support at school or who are particularly anxious join this group and benefit from a more structured and supported approach, in addition to the provision of a key worker/mentor as required. Group sizes are small and there is at least one LSA in each class to support learning.

Qualifications gained will include the following: • BTEC Level 1 Certificate or Diploma in Vocational Studies

• Functional Skills

The course is taught by specialist staff in cross-college disciplines. Learners are supported by LSAs in the classroom in every lesson.

Learners will also participate in the following:• Work Experience

• Next Steps (Careers Conference)

ProgressionLearners can progress to a vocational subject at level one or two, or alternatively opt for one of our employability courses.

Christina WaiteTeaching Assistant On the Level 1 courses we support all of our learners with their individual needs. We understand that the learners need support in a variety of ways and the Learning Support Assistants have experience of providing this support in the appropriate ways.

The learners are offered mentors to help them settle into college life and support them during their time on the course. Learners are encouraged to develop their independence skills whilst in an environment of support.


employaBIlIty

Level 13 days per week, plus one day in work placement for part of the academic year

Course outline: This is a 1 year course for learners studying at Level 1 who are aiming for employment. Learners study units designed to enhance employability alongside a vocational subject area and 1 day per week on work placement. Learners who lack confidence are supported in the workplace with a job coach or in some instances, may begin gaining experience on the college site and then move onto a local workplace once they have grown in confidence.

Learners will also have time to work on their own personal targets, whether these relate to independent living skills or career progression.


• Performing Arts

• Public Services

• Sport

• Horticulture

Qualifications gained will include the following:• BTEC Level 1 Extended Certificate in Work Skills

• BTEC Level 1 Certificate in a vocational area

• Functional Skills in English and Maths

The course is taught by specialist staff in cross-college disciplines. Learners are supported by LSAs in the classroom in lessons.

Terry HammondTeam Leader, Employability & Enterprise

Employability is a 1 or 2 year course to prepare young people for Employment. We provide learning within a supported environment and work towards improving confidence and self esteem. We embed Literacy, Numeracy and IT throughout the course and provide individualised Work Placements. All students are given the opportunity to gain further qualifications from a varied list of options.

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Dave LisleTeaching Assistant

This a course designed for young people who have reached their peak within an academic college setting. Our current students work within community projects and this year have been given the responsibility of managing the college’s sensory and kitchen gardens. This is now providing an appropriate environment where they are able to learn all aspects of Horticulture. Students are also given the opportunity to gain qualifications in First Aid, Food Hygiene and to enhance their Numeracy and Literacy skills.

Level 23 days per week, plus one day in work placement for part of the academic year

Course outline: This is a 1 year course for learners studying at Level 2 who are aiming for employment. Learners study units designed to enhance employability alongside a Level 2 mainstream, vocational subject area and 1 day per week on work placement. Learners also partake in useful practical training such as manual handling, risk assessment, first aid and food hygiene depending on their career aspirations.

Learners will have time to work on their own personal targets, whether these relate to independent living skills or career progression.

Examples of Unit studied• Contributing to meetings

• Preparing for and attending interviews

• Building relationships with colleagues

• Setting and Meeting Personal Targets

• Practising leadership/Team-work skills

• Applying for jobs


• IT

• Public Services

• Sport

• Art

Qualifications gained will include the following:• BTEC Level Two Extended Certificate in Work Skills

• BTEC Level Two Certificate in a vocational area

• Functional Skills in English and Maths

The course is taught by specialist staff in cross-college disciplines. Learners are supported by LSAs in the classroom in lessons.

You want to find a place where, because of your skills, you can make an impact.

John Mckinley US Senator


Donna BuckieTeacher

Chris MayTeacher of Art

post 19 provIsIon

New Horizons: Post 19 courseYear 1This course is designed to meet the needs of post 19 learners with Severe Learning Difficulties who will need supported living in the future. The course focuses on improving self-sufficiency and independence skills in relation to self-care, self-advocacy, communication and living with others in a supported environment. Learners are encouraged to learn work place skills which are transferable to other settings such as preparing simple drinks and meals, caring for plants, pets and the home. Learners also experience visits to various social places within their local community and are encouraged and supported to carry out aspects of daily living as independently as possible.

Enrichment:• Arts and Crafts

• Horticulture

• Using IT in everyday Life

• Sport and Fitness

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Year 2 + 3Learners participate in ‘Work Force’ which allows them to practice and use the skills learned to carry out useful tasks on the college site; experiencing different situations, people and places. The learners also join up with Our Young Enterprise learners participating in community projects and the College Garden Centre: Seedlings.

Enrichment:• Using Number and IT in everyday life

• Horticulture, Performing Arts, Art

• Problem Solving and Personal targets

• Gaining Confidence Out and About


Accreditation:BTEC Award/Certificate in skills for Independent Living

Examples of Units:• Early Mathematics: Developing Number Skills

• Travel in the community – going places

• Developing Independent Living Skills: Being Healthy

• Developing Independent Living Skills: Keeping Safe

• Developing Independent Living Skills: Looking After your Own Home

• Make a simple meal

• Developing Skills for the work place: Following Instructions

Progression• Day Care Services

• Supported Living


young enterprIse

“Our goal is to give something back to our community by offering our energy and enthusiasm; providing useful services to those who need a helping hand”.

This is a scheme for young people who have Moderate Learning Difficulties/Disabilities and have completed college or training courses and would like to continue to practice and enhance their work skills by leading and participating in worth-while enterprise activities. The young people have worked together to produce a company logo and mission statement and are now involved in various projects on and off the college site. In addition to their participation in the various activities, they will be helped by facilitators to assess where their strengths and aspirations lie, produce a personal employment plan and work towards their goals. One of their weekly sessions is to check local job availability and with support, apply for any that match their skills and interests. Literacy and numeracy skills also underpin all the activities undertaken.

Other training is available to enhance employability e.g.• Food hygiene

• First Aid

• Safe practice in the work place

• Job search

• CV writing/update

• Interview practice

Examples of Activities:• College Hospitality

• Planning and working on the college sensory garden

• Assisting with local businesses with gardening

• Leaflet delivery

• Setting up the college garden centre

• Assisting at college events

• Vegetable box scheme (Community project)

• Growing vegetables and herbs to sell

• Mission Christmas

Young people are supported by facilitators experienced in supporting and motivating young people with learning difficulties or disabilities to grow in confidence and make a valuable contribution to the local community.

Where to Find Us

HolbrookLeisureCentre

WarMemorial Hospital

RoyalClarence

Yard

PortsmouthHarbour

Gosport

Portsmouth

The Hard

GunwharfQuays

OldPortsmouth

Elson

Hardway

Priddy’sHard

FortonCamdentown

Ann’s Hill

Brockhurst

Newtown

Seafield

HaslarAlverstoke

Clayhall

Privett

ExplosionMuseum

P o r t s m o u t hH a r b o u r

Crossways

SPRING

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FORTON ROAD

MUMBY ROAD

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125 m 250 m 375 m 500 m

FORTON ROAD

PortsmouthHarbour

Contact Details:Anita Wandless

Sadie Garrie

LSU Direct Line:023 92 603674

E-mail:[email protected]

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St Vincent CollegeMill Lane, Gosport

Hampshire PO12 4QATel: (023) 9258 8311Fax: (023) 9251 1186

www.stvincent.ac.ukAdult Education: (023) 9258 3890Leisure Centre: (023) 9260 3560

Documents

St Vincent College Prospectus 2014 Entry