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1 cadburycollege PATHWAY COURSES The pathway courses provide an exciting opportunity for students who are looking to progress on to A Levels/BTEC courses at Cadbury College that can lead to a career in various sectors/university.

2 PATHWAY COURSES The pathway courses provide an exciting opportunity for students who are looking to progress on to A Levels/BTEC courses at Cadbury College or wish to gain a qualification in order to enter employment. Our pathway courses are exam-free, so suit all learning styles and includes hands-on practical experience based upon real life scenarios. There are five pathway courses to choose from and each are full time study programmes designed to take one year to complete: Pathway to Art & design Business Creative performance Health & social care Science WHERE IS THE COLLEGE? Cadbury College is situated in Kings Norton which has excellent public transport services from all over the city. HOW DO YOU APPLY? Please contact our friendly admissions team by enquiry@cadcol.ac.uk or call and we will help guide you through the next steps. WHAT DO YOU NEED TO GET ON THE COURSE? There is no requirement for any specific prior learning but we do require that you achieve at least a Grade 3 in GCSE English and maths. WHAT MAKES OUR PATHWAY COURSES SPECIAL? Excellent resources and facilities at professional standard Part of the Coventry University Multi Academy Trust Industry experienced staff who will help and support you to gain qualifications at your own pace and build on your achievements. Pastoral support package with every pathway option Excellent progression into A Levels and/or BTEC courses at Cadbury College Opportunities to develop skills demanded by employers. Develop essential knowledge, transferable skills and personal skills in a subject area that interests you with the aim of enhancing your employability Achieve a nationally recognised vocational qualification.

3 ART & DESIGN This course provides an exciting opportunity for students who are looking to progress on to A Levels/BTEC courses at Cadbury College that can lead to a career in the creative sector/university. This course will give you a foundation of new skills in art and design and also to acquire a high level of skill and knowledge in the area that you enjoy the most. The core skills of drawing, the study of historical and contemporary artists, exploring ideas and visual communication form the basis of your study whatever your specialism. During the one year course you will cover a broad range of practical art and design skills including: drawing, art history, photography, fine art 2D/3D, graphic design, moving image, fashion and textiles. This pathway course will enable you to pursue careers as a graphic designer, media producer, illustrator, fine artist, textile artist, fashion designer plus many more! HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO GAIN THE QUALIFICATION? Our pathway courses are a full time study programme and designed to take one year to complete. Each pathway course is delivered by staff who are subject specialists and we also include a pastoral support package with every pathway option, to help support you through your study programme and move you towards your future aspirations. You will even have the opportunity to study GCSE English and/or maths, if you are still working towards achieving your grade 4. WHERE WILL THIS COURSE TAKE ME? On successful completion of this course, students will have essential knowledge of key aspects in art and design that will be extremely beneficial for further study in A Levels/BTEC courses at Cadbury College. However, you may wish to gain the qualification in order to enter employment.

4 BUSINESS This course provides an exciting opportunity for students who are looking to progress on to A Levels/BTEC courses at Cadbury College that can lead to a career in the business sector. Business is one of the most popular subjects offered at Cadbury College and offers students the opportunity to explore the world of business using hands-on practical experience based on real life scenarios, promoting a wide range of learning styles. This pathway course can lead to careers in business planning, marketing, recruitment in business, business communication and many more! Students will be given guidance and support if they wish to undertake any optional work experience in relevant areas. HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO GAIN THE QUALIFICATION? Our pathway courses are a full time study programme and designed to take one year to complete. Each pathway course is delivered by staff who are subject specialists and we also include a pastoral support package with every pathway option, to help support you through your study programme and move you towards your future aspirations. You will even have the opportunity to study GCSE English and/or maths, if you are still working towards achieving your grade 4. WHERE WILL THIS COURSE TAKE ME? On successful completion of this course, students will have essential knowledge of key aspects in business that will be extremely beneficial for further study in A Levels/BTEC courses at Cadbury College. However, you may wish to gain the qualification in order to enter employment.

5 CREATIVE PERFORMANCE This course provides an exciting opportunity for students who are looking to progress on to A Levels/BTEC courses at Cadbury College that can lead to a career in the performing arts sector/university. It s also an ideal foundation that provides you with an understanding of how to perform in many different disciplines within the creative arts sector. You will practice and develop skills for performances throughout the year, whilst developing knowledge about the performing arts industry. This pathway course will enable you to pursue a career as an actor, musician, dancer, music therapist, theatre director, broadcast presenter, plus many more! The course will focus on: Devising and composing music, drama and dance Developing vocal, instrumental, drama and dance skills Understanding the rehearsal and performance process Exploring the performing arts business HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO GAIN THE QUALIFICATION? Our pathway courses are a full time study programme and designed to take one year to complete. Each pathway course is delivered by staff who are subject specialists and we also include a pastoral support package with every pathway option, to help support you through your study programme and move you towards your future aspirations. You will even have the opportunity to study GCSE English and/or maths, if you are still working towards achieving your grade 4. WHERE WILL THIS COURSE TAKE ME? On successful completion of this course, students will a team. have essential knowledge of key aspects in a performing arts. You will develop many skills that transfer easily into the workplace. Most jobs require an element of performance such as presenting speeches, speaking to customers or managing

6 HEALTH & SOCIAL This course provides an exciting opportunity for students who are looking to progress on to A Levels/BTEC courses at Cadbury College that can lead to a career in the health and social care sector/ university. Health and social care is a very dynamic subject, which explores a variety of areas and current topics of interest from human life span development, communication and individual needs to ensuring safe environments in health and social care settings. This pathway course can lead to careers in social work, midwifery, nursing, paramedic, policing service and many more! This course is a very good starting point for those wishing to work with individuals of all ages in a variety of different settings such as hospitals, care homes and schools, etc. HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO GAIN THE QUALIFICATION? Our pathway courses are a full time study programme and designed to take one year to complete. Each pathway course is delivered by staff who are subject specialists and we also include a pastoral support package with every pathway option, to help support you through your study programme and move you towards your future aspirations. WHERE WILL THIS COURSE TAKE ME? On successful completion of this course, students will have essential knowledge of key aspects in health and social care that will be extremely beneficial for further study in A Levels/BTEC courses at Cadbury College. However, you may wish to gain the qualification in order to enter employment. You will even have the opportunity to study GCSE English and/or maths, if you are still working towards achieving your grade 4.

7 SCIENCE This course provides an innovative learning experience for students who enjoy science but prefer to learn in a manner that is practical and work related. The course is comprised of a practical work and a number of relatable units such as: - Radiology, human behaviour, physics in sports, science of health, and telecommunication. Students will be given guidance and support if they wish to undertake any optional work experience in relevant areas. Students will be given guidance and support if they wish to undertake any optional work experience in relevant areas! HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE ME TO GAIN THE QUALIFICATION? Our pathway courses are a full time study programme and designed to take one year to complete. Each pathway course is delivered by staff who are subject specialists and we also include a pastoral support package with every pathway option, to help support you through your study programme and move you towards your future aspirations. You will even have the opportunity to study GCSE English and/or maths, if you are still working towards achieving your grade 4. WHERE WILL THIS COURSE TAKE ME? On successful completion of this course, students will have essential knowledge of key aspects in science that will be extremely beneficial for further study in A Levels/BTEC courses at Cadbury College. However, you may wish to gain the qualification in order to enter employment.

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