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Access

The purpose of the course is to develop learners’ communication, independence, confidence, and life skills through project-based learning and personalised support. Access provides a nurturing environment where each learner follows an individualised pathway, building the foundation for meaningful progression into further education, supported internships, or adult independence.
  • Type
    Full Time
  • Level
    Entry
  • Duration
    1 year
  • Starts
    10 September 2025
  • Code
    ACFXF
Provided by TGI College
Access

Access is a highly supportive, full-time Entry Level programme tailored to learners who are not yet ready for mainstream further education due to additional learning needs, confidence barriers, or disrupted educational experiences.

Course Details

Learners follow a tailored curriculum built around the principles of RARPA (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement). The programme promotes personal growth, independence, and community participation through structured learning pathways and a highly supportive environment. Access offers Entry Level 1–3 routes, with options focused on lifeskills, progression, or preparation for employment.

Course Entry

No formal qualifications are required. Entry is based on interview and informal assessment to place learners on the most suitable level and pathway.

Courses

Step In Entry Level 1 College Certificate

Step Forward Entry Level 2 College Certificate

Step Up Entry Level 3 College Certificate

Traineeship

16-18 Workforce College Certificate

Course Content

The curriculum is delivered through engaging, themed projects that develop core skills in communication, confidence, independence, creativity, and social contribution. Learners work on practical, real-life challenges across themes such as:

  • Personal Growth & Self-Awareness
  • Creativity & Problem Solving
  • Aspiration & Future Planning
  • Global Awareness & Citizenship
  • Collaboration & Contribution

Pathways include:

  • Step In (EL1): Sensory development, supported communication, daily routines
  • Step Forward (EL2): Building independence, self-expression, early decision-making
  • Step Up (EL3): Functional skills, vocational tasters, community activity
  • Workforce (16-18): Preparation for employment with employer projects and work experience
  • Traineeship (19–25): Personalised work preparation, mentoring and supported placements
You’ll study at
Delancey Campus (TGI College)

A supportive and inclusive learning environment near Delancey Park.

About the Campus
Library
Delancey Table Tennis
Classroom

Course Assessment

Learners are assessed through the RARPA framework, with ongoing progress tracking, tutor feedback, reflective journals, practical demonstrations and learner-led reviews.

Course Destination

Learners may progress to the Aspire Level 1 programme, a supported internship, vocational training, or employment — depending on individual readiness and pathway focus.