Springboard into Education Course | West Lancashire College

More about the course

Our Springboard into Education course has been designed for 16-19 students to help develop a wide range of knowledge, skills and behaviours to support them with successful progression to future study at West Lancashire College.

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course.

What will I achieve?

If you successfully complete this course, you will receive a BTEC Entry Level 3 Award in Work Skills & Level 1 Award in Work Skills.

What will I learn?

Communication
Team work
Time management
Digital literacy
Goal setting
Self reflection
Guided learning pathways

How will I be assessed?

Practical demonstration
Simulation
Role play
Volunteering placement
Portfolio of evidence

Where can I progress?

Aspire
Level 1 Vocational Pathways

Course costs

If you are aged 16-18, the course is free.

If you are 19 or over, please call Student Services team to confirm the fee for this course. Course costs may be subject to change.

If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact Student Services who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.

Phone: 01695 52300

Email: enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk

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