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Our Foundation Learning Programmes are offered at
entry level and level one. They will provide you with the
opportunity to get your foot onto the ladder of your
chosen learning pathway.
You will also develop your skills in a vocational area whilst
working to build your core study skills including maths and
English. We will also make it a priority to help you develop
your employability skills, so you can successfully progress
into further learning or the workplace.
Vocational Pathways include:
• Care and Childcare
• Catering and Hospitality
• Construction
• Engineering
• Hairdressing
• Information Technology.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry qualifications required. You will
be asked to complete an initial assessment so we can
identify what level you are currently working at. The
programme will then be designed to meet your learning
needs and ensure you are able to achieve qualifications
which will help you to progress.
Foundation Learning
I was extremely shy
when I started College.
As part of my course, I
started a supported
internship which gave me
the opportunity to
progress onto a work
placement at University
Hospital North Durham to
study an apprenticeship.
My apprenticeship has
changed everything
about me and my family
are really proud. The work
I do makes me really
happy. With support from
Derwentside College, I
am now more confident,
with a positive future
ahead.
“
Kieran Creighton
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Progression Opportunities
Upon successful completion of a Foundation Learning
Programme you will be able to progress onto a Level 2
Study programme in your chosen vocational pathway or
into a work based Apprenticeship.
For further information on these courses please see
Intermediate Health
Support Services
Apprenticeship