You will be assessed by online course work and exams in English and Maths.
The course starts in September, with the opportunity to join throughout the year (January and May) and will run for 36 weeks. You will attend college Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5.30pm until 8.30pm.
Students should be at least 19 years old. There are no other entry requirements.
On successful completion of the course, you will receive a Level 2 Certificate in a range of units:
This course is designed for those aged 19 years and over, who would like to return to education and have a genuine interest in working in the health or childcare sector. The course will prepare you to progress to higher-level courses in relevant subject areas.
Modules to be studied are:
You will also have the opportunity to study either Functional Skills or GCSE Mathematics and English.
You will be assessed by online course work and exams in English and Maths.
You will need stationery, a USB stick and a folder.
Old Mill Lane campus
Church Street
Barnsley
S70 2AX
You could progress onto one of our Access to Higher Education programmes.
This course may be FREE to you subject to eligibility criteria. Funding is available for those claiming benefits or on a low wage. (Eligibility criteria applies.)
Aged 19 or over and thinking about further education?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees . Please refer to our page ‘paying for your course.’
You may not have to pay for this course if you are employed but earn below £21,255 a year, or if you receive Job Seekers Allowance, Employment and Support Allowance or Universal Credit. If you are unemployed, actively seeking employment and receive Council Tax Benefit, Housing Benefit, Income Support or WFTC then you may also receive funding for this course. You will need to provide evidence of your eligibility which will be checked at enrolment.
This course is funded by South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) and/or West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA). You must be living in the South or West Yorkshire regions to qualify for funding.
For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Please contact them on +44 (0)1226 216 769.
Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.