Getting experience in the workplace can fast-track your learning and boost your job prospects!
All of the 16-19 year study programmes we offer contain an element of work experience or work placement. The type of work experience or placement you do and the time it will take depends on what kind of course you are studying.
The expected minimum duration of work experience is 35 hours and may take the form of an external block placement or day release with an employer. Work experience will relate to one or more units within your main vocational qualification and may be assessed.
Some Level 3 courses require you to undertake an Industry Placement which last a minimum of 315 hours (45 days). Your placement employer will play a major role in supporting and assessing your progress.
