Study Programme in Skills for Employment, Training and Personal Development (SETPD)

Course description
Course nameStudy Programme in Skills for Employment, Training and Personal Development (SETPD)
Training providerAutismAble
Level

Entry Level 3

Level 1 

Level 2

 AccreditedYes
Course duration

September 2019 - July 2020

January 2020 - July 2020

Who is this course for? (Eligibility and personal characteristics)

This course is for those aged 16 - 19. If you have an Education Health Care Plan you can enrol on this course up to the age of 25.

You do not need a diagnosis of autism to enrol onto any of our courses.

Where needed we can provide specialised classroom support for learners with additional needs.

What will I study? (Key modules or content)

The course will provide you with an introduction to your chosen vocational route in Business, Customer Service and Hospitality or Digital Media and Music Skills. You will learn real-life industry skills that can be transferred into the workplace.

As part of this programme you will also undertake functional English and maths qualifications (if you do not yet have a Level 2 Functional Skills or GCSE grade 4 or above).

You will also undertake personal and social development and enrichment activities, employability skills and a work placement.

What are the entry requirementsThere are no entry requirements. An initial assessment is undertaken prior to enrolling onto the course to determine the right level course tailored to your personal needs.
Requirements of the course e.g. personal protective equipment, tools, materials

As part of the course, you are required to complete a work placement within a business setting.

Progression and Careers

At the end of the course you could progress to:

  • Level 1 or 2 Business Administration
  • A higher level SETPD qualification
  • Digital IT User Skills qualification
  • A career within your chosen vocational subject

All courses include a visit from the Careers Advice Service, regular guest speakers from local businesses and partner organisations.

Regular reviews with our employment coordinator and work placement opportunities if required.

Contact details For more information, please contact
NameSarah Farrell-Forster
Emailsarah@autismable.com
Telephone0191 456 0894