Course Description

The Workplace Learning course aims to provide students with the knowledge, workplace skills and attitudes valued within work environments as a preparation for employment.

Developing workplace skills aids an individual to gain employment, and in the longer term, to progress within an organisation or industry area.

Workplace Learning;
• develops responsible work skills and assists in career planning and/or employment,
• increases self-esteem and confidence and develops broader communication skills,
• compliments and reinforces school courses and increases awareness of the link between school, work and further education,
• provides a realistic understanding of the expectations of specific industries,
• provides students with a ‘Skills Profile’, which enhances their employment prospects.

In Workplace Learning, students attend a workplace of their choice one day a week, which is organised in conjunction with their family, themselves, and the College.

On their return to school, students will have an opportunity to complete their logbook, develop a career portfolio and learn communication and conflict resolution skills.

Organisational skills will be developed, and students will be given support in completing work missed whilst on work placement.