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Preparation for Study (Mansfield Education Hub) - Entry Level 3 to Level 1
Overview
IMPORTANT
Applications are now open for academic year 2026/2027, but our full-time courses are still being finalised. If your chosen course changes, we'll contact you to offer a suitable alternative that matches your goals. For more information, call our Enquiries Team on 0808 100 3626.
Please note, you can enrol throughout the year - next intake February 2026.
Our Mansfield Education Hub is a small and supportive college located in Mansfield. We have a passionate team of teaching and support staff who want to help you grow, achieve and succeed.
The hub offers personal and social development courses to act as a stepping stone into apprenticeships or vocational learning. Students will work towards a level 1 qualification with opportunities for volunteering and vocational tasters alongside English and maths all designed to develop personal skills and resilience.
We welcome applications throughout the year for young people aged 16 to 18 (or 19 to 25 with an EHC Plan) to join our Preparation for Study Learning Programme.
Students who haven't achieved a GCSE grade 4-9 English or Maths will study these subjects while you're here with us. By doing so, you'll be building a strong foundation of skills that will significantly boost your employability in the future.
Think of it as a chance to supercharge your knowledge and abilities. You'll be equipped with the tools necessary to tackle the world beyond college with confidence. Plus, we'll be right here to support you every step of the way.
At the end of the course, you will achieve:
- GCSE/Functional Skills English*
- GCSE/Functional Skills Maths*
- Level 1 AIM Certificate/Award* in Personal and Social Development Skills.
*Dependant on start point.
What will I study?
- Building resilience and confidence
- Working as part of a team
- Understanding feelings and emotions.
You will have the opportunity to start to learn in a vocational area once you are ready, have support to build a CV and undertake volunteering and enterprise activities.
- Entry requirements
No entry requirements.
- Assessment
- Coursework
- Exams.
- Progression
- Transition onto a vocational course at college.
- Careers
- Qualifications gained
- Award in Employment, Teamwork and Community Skills
- PR Trust
- Additional costs
At West Notts College, our students benefit from excellent facilities and equipment across all campuses. However, some courses require students to purchase specific tools, equipment, or specialist clothing to fully participate in practical learning.
Visit our kit lists page to see what clothing and equipment you’ll need, and start preparing for your studies in September.
Disclaimer
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.