Post-16 support | Flower Skills

Training services for post-16 students

Most learners follow a multi-trade course, developing skills in a number of different trades unless and until they decide to specialise in a particular area.

These courses are an ideal preparation for progression into a cosntruction trade apprenticeship or more advanced courses at college or university.

Other courses include traineeship programmes, where learners acquire trade skills and use these skills on a "real-life" project in the community. They leave with qualifications and an enhanced CV reflecting their experience in completing a project, thereby greatly enhancing their chances of securing employment or an apprenticeship in construction or another field.

Courses we offer

Multi Skills for Schools

Qualification: City & Guilds Level 1 Award / Certificate / Extended Certificate / Diploma in Construction Skills
Length of course: 1-3 days per week over 1-2 years

A multi-skills course covering the basics in a range of different trades including painting & decorating, brickwork, tiling, plastering etc. The course is focused on practical skills and is assessed mainly on practical tasks. There is some theory work on health and safety.

Learner engagement

Qualification: In-house Certificate
Length of course: 5-10 days over 1-5 weeks

The programme is aimed at small groups of learners who have become disengaged with education.

We work in a workshop environment rather than a classroom one and encourage plenty of "hands-on" engagement and learning opportunities.

Post-16 Multi Trade Level 2

Qualification: City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma
Length of course: 3 days per week for 1 academic year (minimum)

This qualification allows candidates to learn, develop and practice a range of trade skills to prepare them for employment or career progression in building maintenance.

It is also suitable for those who want to work in the industry but are usure which trade to specialise in.

Traineeship

Qualification: Varies
Length of course: minimum 6 weeks

A Traineeship is an education and training programme with work experience. It is focused on giving young people the skills and experience that employers are looking for. At its core are work preparation training, English and Maths for those that need it and a high quality work experience placement.

Case study

H felt let down by the schooling system but now has a reason to get out of bed and do something he really enjoys.

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