This Level 2 pathway aims to equip you with qualifications to provide better job prospects or prepare you for Level 3 study.
The course is aimed at mature learners who have life experience (at least 2 years out of full-time education) and some previous qualifications, but these may be at low grades, or may have been taken a long time ago!
There will be one Adult Foundation group in Cardiff for ESOL learners. This group will have extra English to support language development. Learners progressing from ESOL courses will be required to have passed all level two skills: speaking and listening, reading and writing.
Adult Foundation is an intensive one-year course which builds on existing skills. You will study Science, Social Science, Maths, English, IT and Study Skills as part of the Agored Skills for Further Diploma and you will also have the opportunity to sit GCSE English and Maths. Weekly tutorials are held to explore progression routes and support you through your studies.
Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy assessed at interview (equivalent to GCSE Grade D or above). Learners need to have passed level 2 ESOL skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
I was home educated from year 7 onwards, and as a result I ended up not getting any qualifications. I knew I needed to get something so I could get a job. I found all my tutors really supportive, but seeing is believing, so I would say come and see what this college could do for you.
After completing this course many students progress on to our Access courses which give you the opportunity to apply for university. Other student apply for a variety of Level 3 courses which are offered at the college, as well pursuing a variety jobs with their new skills.