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Foundation Learning

Our Foundation Learning courses offer you a route into the vocational area of your choice and focus on both your personal and educational progression. We offer a supportive atmosphere to help you develop your skills and interests, and build your confidence. Successfully completing these courses will allow you to progress to further education in your preferred subject.

New Ambition

New Ambition is designed to support learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to develop confidence, independence, and essential life and employability skills.

Length: 1 Year
Study: Full-Time
Start Date: Various
Location: Carlisle College

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Pre-Supported Internship

The Pre-Internship programme, run on site, is designed to build students’ confidence and employability skills through practical experience in real workplace environments.

Length: 1 year
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Carlisle College

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Supported Internship (DFN Project in Collaboration with Cumberland Council

Our internship programme, delivered in collaboration with the local council, provides students with a valuable opportunity to gain real-world experience while studying.

Length: 1 year
Study: College and Workplace Training
Start Date: Various
Location: Carlisle College

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Skills for Further Learning and Employment – Entry 2

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.

Length: 36 weeks
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Carlisle College

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Skills for Further Learning and Employment – Entry 3

The Skills for Independence and Work courses will enable students to gain an Entry 2 and / or Entry 3 Certificate in Employability Skills with support as well as take Functional Skills Maths and English qualifications delivered in a fun way.

Length: 35 weeks
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Carlisle College

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Skills for Further Learning and Employment – Level 1

This course is designed as a bridging course intended to facilitate a level of growth and learning for students to develop the skills needed to support the next step on their further learning journey.

Length: 36 weeks
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 1st September 2026
Location: Carlisle College

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Ike Thompson

Ike has been at Carlisle College for 4 years, He started on Entry 3 Skills for Employment and then progressed to both Levels 1 and 2 in Customer Service. During that time he achieved a Grade 3 in Maths and a Grade 2 in English. In September 2024 he started on the Supported Internship course. His dream was always to work in retail and he was able to secure a placement at Center Parcs (with support from Right2Work). During his last year at college he completed his Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene in Catering certificate, participated in a virtual interview as part of the National Interview Month initiative, in partnership with YourGamePlan (YGP) and accomplished training sessions in Prevent, and an Hour of Code. His confidence has grown tremendously and he was able to apply for a position at Center Parcs. Ike performed very well in his interview and was offered a job at Center Parcs which he eagerly accepted. We are all very proud of Ike and what he has achieved. Ike said, "I'm really happy to get a job in a place that I love."

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Undergraduate

Explore our specialised programs to prepare you for success in your chosen field, focusing on practical skills, industry relevance, and career readiness.

Apprenticeships

Our apprenticeship programs offer vocational training and work-based learning experiences in collaboration with industry partners, empowering you to develop practical skills and advance your career.

Levels Explained

Confused about your grades? Unsure about your study options? Check out our 'levels explained' guide for answers.

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