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Course Code
PFFN01720
Level
Level 1
Course Type
Further Education
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start & End
7 September 2026 - 4 June 2027
Location
Newtownabbey
Information Session Required
Yes

This is a full time course for people who may experience learning difficulties/disabilities. This course will help prepare you for the world of work or further education courses. You will be able to build on the skills you already have and learn new skills.

This course will prepare you to enter the world of work and is also a good stepping stone to higher level courses.  You will study units such as customer service, time management and interview skills.   

Portfolio based.

You will complete the following qualifications:

  • Level 2 Certificate in Vocational Skills
  • Level 2 Award in Personal Success & Wellbeing
  • Level 1 Award in Diversity & Good relations
  • Level 1 Award in Social Media
  • Essential Skills in Communication and Application of Number (if you have not already achieved Level 2) 

You can progress to Transtion2Work from successfully completing the Pathways to Employment course.  If you did not complete this course, you can still apply however you will be required to attend an informal interview with the course co-ordinator.

Course Fees

No fees.

For most students, full-time Further Education courses at Level 1-3, including Apprenticeships, have no course fees.  


Level 1-3 Further Education (full-time)

  • Aged 16-18: no tuition fees apply.  
  • Aged 19:24: If you have already achieved a full Level 3 qualification, fees will apply.  
  • Aged 25 or over: Tuition fees will apply unless you are in receipt of a Further Education (FE) grant. Admission to full-time Further Education courses for applicants aged 25+ will be considered on an individual basis at the College’s discretion.

Level 3 Access Courses (full-time)

  • If you are in receipt of a Further Education (FE) grant, no fees apply.
  • If you are aged 19 or over and have already achieved a Level 3 qualification (equivalent to 3 A-Levels), fees will apply.

Fee information is available from any campus reception.

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