CityWorks NQ (SCQF level 3)

Course description

This course is designed for students with additional support needs who are interested in finding work-based training and employment.

You will study a range of SQA qualifications however the focus of this course is work experience. You will be involved in horticulture placements in our college gardens and allotment while also working in our community-based café. Students will also have the opportunity to work in other areas across the college such as housekeeping, catering and reception.

The course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 3. For more information on the framework visit: www.scqf.org.uk/the-framework/.

You will undertake work-based learning in relevant work placements in a range of vocational areas.

Examples from previous years include Horticulture, administration, housekeeping, reception, hospitality, catering and retail.

In college, you will study ICT, Numeracy, Communication, Personal Development, Practical Development and Work Experience at SCQF 3 and undertake intensive job seeking and vocational research skills.

Learning outcome

Careers

• Employment.
• Supported Employment.
• Modern Apprenticeship.
• Volunteering.
• Project Search or other work-based training.