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SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE OUTLINE
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE OUTLINE
Units will include:
Being organised
Developing a personal progression plan
Working with others
Researching a topic
Using Digital Communication Technologies
Creating a spreadsheet to solve problems
Creating a website
Designing an interactive presentation
Presenting a Business Idea
Designing a product
You will also have classes in Mathematics and English.
You will have a personal tutor who will provide help with personal development and careers advice.
DETAILS
DETAILS
This is a practical course covering the use of application software and practical skills in using ICT.
"An excellent course to know the fundamentals of ICT." - Lana Ysabelle Reyes
MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT HAVE STUDENTS WHO HAVE TAKEN THIS COURSE IN THE PAST PROGRESS TO?
WHAT HAVE STUDENTS WHO HAVE TAKEN THIS COURSE IN THE PAST PROGRESS TO?
The Level 1 certificate can start to prepare you for a career which uses IT. You can progress on to...
BTEC Level 2 First Extended Certificate in Information and Creative Technology
HOW WILL I LEARN?
HOW WILL I LEARN?
Through assignments, own study, videos, guest speakers, practical work, theory work carried out over the period of the course. Specific units are designed to meet the needs of students at the appropriate level.
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
All units are coursework based.
EQUIPMENT AND OTHER COSTS?
EQUIPMENT AND OTHER COSTS?
No costs for equipment although students will be expected to provide their own folders and pens etc.
WHAT QUALIFICATION DO I GET ON COMPLETING THE COURSE?
WHAT QUALIFICATION DO I GET ON COMPLETING THE COURSE?
BTEC Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Vocational Studies
IS THERE ANY ADDITIONAL WORK REQUIRED BY THE STUDENT?
IS THERE ANY ADDITIONAL WORK REQUIRED BY THE STUDENT?
Students are expected to study for 16 hours per week, normally across 3 days - there is an expectation that students will do an additional number of self study hours.
WHAT ARE THE EXPECTED EMPLOYMENT AREAS WITH THIS COURSE?
WHAT ARE THE EXPECTED EMPLOYMENT AREAS WITH THIS COURSE?
Computing, Information Technology
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS OR SKILLS DO I NEED TO SHOW BEFORE I CAN ENROL?
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS OR SKILLS DO I NEED TO SHOW BEFORE I CAN ENROL?
All applicants will take a language and numeracy assessment and will be interviewed. You may also be given an IT test.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
GCSEs including English & Maths or equivalent grade 2/ grade E or above other equivalent qualifications also considered
SUPPORT
SUPPORT
FREE MEALS
FREE MEALS
If you are aged between 16 and 18 on 31 August 2023 and received free school meals when you were at school, you may be eligible to receive a free meal at College. For more information on free school meals, click here.
FURTHER EDUCATION FEES
FURTHER EDUCATION FEES
All our Further Education (FE) courses (Entry to Level 3) are free to EU residents who are under 19 years old on the 31st August 2023. For a few courses you may be expected to contribute towards the cost of specialist materials and resources. However, depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for financial help from the College’s Learner Support Fund. You should apply for any such financial support as soon as you have been offered a place. If you are aged 19 or over on 31st August 2023 and you are a UK/EU resident you will normally be required to pay a course fee.
COURSE COST?
COURSE COST?
The cost of your course will include tuition fees and examination fees, where applicable. Where a course requires additional specialist materials, there may be an additional cost. Some courses are cheaper than others because they are part funded by the government; some of these courses may also attract concessionary fees for some people.
LEARNING LOAN
LEARNING LOAN
If you are aged 19+ or over and studying a Level 3 course, you may be eligible for an Advanced Learning Loan. To be eligible for this loan, you must have been living continuously in the UK for 3 years immediately before the start date of your course. You must also be undertaking a course of study that is at Level 3 or above, e.g. National Diploma/Certificate etc. For more information click here.
FEE REMISSION/CONCESSIONARY RATES
FEE REMISSION/CONCESSIONARY RATES
Concessionary rates are now available for learners that meet the following criteria:
Entry to Level 1 courses may be free for 19-23 year olds who do not already have a full Level 2 or above qualification*
Entry to Level 1 courses may be free for 24+ year olds who are unemployed or meet low wage criteria
Full Level 2 courses may be free for 19-23 year olds who do not already have a full Level 2 or above qualification*
Full Level 2 courses may be free for 24+ year olds who are unemployed or meet low wage criteria
Full Level 3 courses may be free for 19-23 year olds who do not already have a full L3 or above qualification*.
For more information on fees and remission click here.
LEARNER SUPPORT FUND
LEARNER SUPPORT FUND
If you are on a low income you may be eligible for financial support towards tuition fees from the Discretionary Learner Support Fund.
For further information click here.
CHILDCARE
CHILDCARE
FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO HELP WITH CHILDCARE
FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO HELP WITH CHILDCARE
Care to learn - childcare support for young people aged 16-20
If you are aged under 20 at the beginning of your course, or moving to the 2nd year of a level 3 course, and are caring for your own child you may be entitled to £175.00 maximum per week, per child through Care to Learn.
Please ensure you register on the Care to Learn website even if you haven’t chosen your childcare provider or the course you want to study. Once you have registered Care to Learn will confirm financial support in principle.
For further details and help with making an application please visit https://www.gov.uk/care-to-learn or speak to a Student Advisor.
CHILDCARE SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE AGED 20+
CHILDCARE SUPPORT FOR PEOPLE AGED 20+
FINANCIAL SUPPORT TOWARDS THE COST OF NURSERY, CHILDMINDER, BREAKFAST CLUBS, AND AFTER-SCHOOL CLUBS
FINANCIAL SUPPORT TOWARDS THE COST OF NURSERY, CHILDMINDER, BREAKFAST CLUBS, AND AFTER-SCHOOL CLUBS
If you are aged 20+ when you start a course and need financial support to help with the cost of childcare while you study the college may be able to help.
You will be required to make use of any government NEF or 2+ Funding before requesting any financial support from the college.
It is essential that you speak to a Student Advisor prior to enrolling on a course to discuss your personal circumstances, childcare needs and to find out if there are funds available.
Eligibility for help with childcare costs is based on your personal circumstances.
GENERAL ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
GENERAL ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Aged 20 and over
Considered a home student for fee purposes
Fully enrolled on a programme of study funded by the Education and Skills Funding Agency or in receipt of a 19+ Advanced Learning Loan
Discussed and had confirmation of funding for childcare support before enrolling
FINANCIAL ELIGIBILITY
FINANCIAL ELIGIBILITY
You need to have evidence that you meet general discretionary Learner Support Funds or 19+ Advanced Learning Loan bursary fund criteria:
on a low income / a dependent of someone who is on a low income or in receipt of a means tested benefit e.g. Income Support / Jobseekers Allowance, Employment Support Allowance, housing benefit etc
WHEN LOOKING FOR CHILDCARE, PLEASE BE AWARE:
WHEN LOOKING FOR CHILDCARE, PLEASE BE AWARE:
all childcare providers must be OFSTED registered
any 2+ or 3+ government funding must be used by the student. Only additional hours needed for study will be funded by the College.
childcare will only be paid for days when you are attending College or a mandatory work placement.
students on full-time courses will be a priority for childcare funding.
childcare places will be subject to a contract between College/student/nursery.
childcare payments are made subject to students reaching 85% attendance on a monthly basis.
All childcare applicants approved for funding will be required to sign our Terms & Conditions and MUST inform the College immediately should they stop attending lessons for any reason.
Email learner.services@cwc.ac.uk to put your name on the childcare waiting list. You MUST speak to a member of the Student Advice or Learner Services team before you enrol on a course.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR 16-18 YEAR OLDS AND CONTINUED LEARNERS AGED 19
FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR 16-18 YEAR OLDS AND CONTINUED LEARNERS AGED 19
The Education Funding Authority has allocated money to colleges to support students who are on low incomes or the dependent of parents on a low income, and need support towards their course-related costs or essential living costs or are facing financial difficulty.
For further information click here.
For further information on financial support for Looked after Children, Care Leavers and estranged young people, click here.
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