My Apprenticeship Induction

On this page you'll find useful information, guidance, tips and offers to help you settle into your first weeks of your College journey!

Safe and secure learning environment

The College aims to provide a safe, secure environment. Any acts of aggression, verbal or physical, are unacceptable and will be treated as disciplinary matters which could result in expulsion from the College. The carrying of anything which is classed as an offensive weapon will also be treated as a serious disciplinary matter

Fire Evacuation

• On the first day that you attend college, you will be given instructions as to what action you should take on discovering a fire or hearing the fire alarm. If you miss this session, make sure you ask your tutor to explain the procedures to you.

• Persons not able to evacuate the building by use of the stairs, during an evacuation, please make yourself aware of the location of your nearest refuge area.

Zero Tolerance

Those found to be in possession of illegal substances and alcohol whilst on College premises will be immediately escorted off site by Security.

If under 18, Parent or Guardian would be informed. A referral to Project 3 for support for both student and Parent/Carer.

If over 18, a demonstration of addressing of behaviours, i.e. a formal contact for support from Doncaster Drug & Alcohol Service.

The College recognises that an alcohol or drug problem may be an illness which needs to be treated in line with other health problems. The College aims to help students by ensuring that they are supported if they experience alcohol or drug related problems or concerns. This policy is designed to help and assist students with such problems. It aims to encourage students to seek skilled help.

The College Policy states it is not acceptable for anyone to illicitly sell, give away, use or be in possession of drugs on College premises. Drugs include: alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs, medicines, new psychoactive substances (legal highs) and volatile substances. The Police will be informed if anyone is suspected of being in possession of controlled drugs on College premises or involved in College activities. Anyone found to be under the influence of drugs whilst on College premises will be the subject of disciplinary action.

On occasion both colleges may invite the police to carry out stop and search events.

Disciplinary Procedures

Most discipline problems can also be resolved through informal counselling. However, there is a formal procedure which will be implemented in the event of serious incidents, or failure to adhere to an agreed contract of behaviour.

Students may be contracted if their behaviour, attendance or progress is a cause for concern. You may be asked to work at home for a period if an investigation is being carried out. Disciplinary penalties include contracting, written warning, suspension and finally, exclusion. Further details may be obtained from Customer Services, or via the Colleges website (Student Disciplinary Policy). If any disciplinary proceedings take place your employer will be fully informed as you are an employee.

Functional Skills are the essential English and maths skills that you will use in your working and personal life. Many of the Apprentice Standards require the apprentice to achieved these up to level 2. Studying these qualification will help you apply core skills to real life situations.

English - Both Level 1 and Level 2 require you to complete a speaking and listening practical assessment, a written exam and a reading exam.

Maths - Both Level 1 and Level 2 require you to complete one exam.

If your standard requires you to achieve a Level 1 qualification you will be expected to take a Level 2 exam before you reach Gateway. Although there is no expectation for you to pass this exam, your tutors will support you to aspire towards the highest level possible.

If your standard requires you to achieve a Level 2 qualification you will be expected to achieve this before you reach Gateway.

Your assessor will discuss with you any exemptions you may have, e.g GCSE grades, Key Skills or if you have already achieved a Functional skills qualification.