Skills for Further Learning and Employment – Entry 2

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Length 36 weeks
Study Full-Time
Location Carlisle College

Qualification Gained

Entry 2 Certificate in Skills for Further Learning and Employment

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More about the course

The Skills for Independence and Work courses will enable students to gain a qualification at Entry 2, based on skills for further learning and employment, with support.

The core units develop increased independence, communication, and IT skills, as well as developing skills to live a healthy, enriched, and independent lifestyle.

The course also increases your opportunities for work experience, taking steps towards employment. Vocational units are a key part of the course and offer students the opportunity to develop key areas of interests.

Maths and English will be a compulsory part of the study programme.

Entry requirements

You must already be working at a level appropriate to the study programme; this will be discussed at interview to see if this is the most suitable course.

Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time.

What will I achieve?

Upon successful completion of this course you will achieve an Entry 2 Certificate in Skills for Further Learning and Employment.

What will I learn?

Personal action planning
Healthy lifestyles
Accessing leisure services
Using communication skills in a workplace
2x vocational units at entry 2 (entry 3) could include: sport, art, cooking, drama/music etc

How is the course taught?

Practical sessions
Group discussions
Individual projects
Small group projects

How am I assessed?

Coursework
English or maths assessments

Work experience opportunities

You will be required to complete 30 hours of work experience alongside your studies.

English and Maths

Maths and English Functional Skills is embedded into your studies.

Where can I progress?

Upon completion of this course, you can progress onto Entry 3 skill for Independence and Work.

Course Costs

If you are aged 16-18 when you begin your course you are likely to be eligible for free tuition. Detailed information can be found within the financial support section.

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18 September 2024

Carlisle College Sports Day for National Fitness Day

Carlisle College hosts its own Sports Day to celebrate National Fitness Day.

6 May 2024

Supported Learning Boccia Tournament

Our Entry 3 Certificate in Skills for Further Learning and Employment students participated in a Boccia tournament last week, organised by Heathlands.