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Courses at DCG

Preparing for Employment Vocational Pathway

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Ilkeston
Subject Area: Inclusion Curriculum (for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities)
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This course is aimed at learners who have an inclusion need. It focuses on developing work skills and meeting the needs and ambitions of each individual learner....

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Pathway to Aspire

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Inclusion Curriculum (for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities)
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This initial 12 week programme is designed to support young people who have the academic ability to succeed but need support with their anxieties to flourish in society

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Pathways to Hospitality and Catering

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Inclusion Curriculum (for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities)
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This course is aimed at learners who have an inclusion need. It focuses on preparation for adulthood and developing skills in hospitality and catering.

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Pathways to Small Animal Care

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Inclusion Curriculum (for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities)
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This course is aimed at learners who have an inclusion need. It focuses on preparation for adulthood and developing work skills.

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Pathways to Retail

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Inclusion Curriculum (for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities)
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This course is aimed at learners who have an inclusion need. It focuses on preparation for adulthood and developing retail skills.

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Supported Internship

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Ilkeston
Subject Area: Inclusion Curriculum (for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities)
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This course is for current DCG students with an EHCP who have work experience and now feel ready to progress into paid employment.

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Pathway to Further Learning

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Inclusion Curriculum (for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities)
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This course is aimed at learners who have an inclusion need. It focuses on Preparation for Adulthood and developing work skills.

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Pathway to Independence

L0FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Subject Area: Inclusion Curriculum (for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities)
Start Date: 07/09/2026

Do you want to become more independent? Pathway to Independence is a personalised programme for young people with learning difficulties and disabilities.

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T Level In Health

L3FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: The Roundhouse
Subject Area: Health
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This two-year technical study programme has been designed with employers to help you develop the knowledge and skills needed in healthcare. You will attend health care settings for a...

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Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care – Level 3

L3FT

Course Type: School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: The Roundhouse
Subject Area: Health
Start Date: 07/09/2026

This two year vocations course leads to a recognised qualification for entering health and social care professions or further training such as university courses. It combines academic...

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