IT for All (Next Step)

We have the skills, resources and dedication to help you access the learning you need to enrich your life.

Your course will be delivered by a highly qualified, experienced and knowledgeable tutor via:

• The classroom, face-to-face teaching at Heath Campus or other venues in Calderdale.
• Also, Google Classroom will be used to access:
  • electronic learning resources;
  • coursework set by your tutor;
  • collaborative work;
  • and online sessions, if needed.

You must do various learning activities so we can make sure you are making the expected progress. This is because:

• your course is funded in full or part by the Government via the West Yorkshire Combined Authority;
• and all Calderdale Adult Learning (CAL) learning is subject to Ofsted inspection.

You may need to do extra work outside of session times to extend your learning or comprehension, where needed. Also, you are expected to be:

• punctual;
• attend regularly;
• and show commitment to achieve successful completion of the course.

Important: You may lose your place, if:

• your attendance drops below 88%;
• or you do not attend three classes in a row and have not informed CAL.

An Initial Assessment activity at the start of the course will enable your tutor to assess your starting point.

• For non-accredited learning this will be completed using a set tutor assessment relevant to the subject area.
• For accredited courses this requires learners to complete an assessment on the BKSB learning platform.

In every class we acknowledge and accommodate for different levels of skill and experience. This is so learners will be encouraged to identify and work on their own areas for improvement.

You will have a 'Learner Journey' with your tutor. Here, you will set the learning targets that you want to meet.

During the course, you will have the chance to:

• discuss your progress with your tutor;
• complete regular assessments;
• and be given feedback, both verbal and written, on work that you produce.

Please refer to:

• the advice given to you by your course tutor towards the end of your course;
• or speak to CAL's IAG Officer for information on how you can progress.

For our latest courses, see: Adult Learning.

If you need support in literacy, numeracy, IT or employability skills, please speak to your tutor in the first instance.

CAL Service has been awarded the matrix Standard, the national quality standard for organisations delivering IAG on learning and work.

We aim to help learners progress through their chosen course of study. Tutors, learning support staff and our IAG Officer can help you decide if a course is right for you. If it is not, we will aim to put you in touch with another provider.

For more detailed and specific careers advice, we work in partnership with the Education Development Trust.

• Email: enquiries@educationdevelopmenttrust.com.
• For an individual appointment with them or a class visit, please ask your tutor.

You can also contact the National Careers Service on 0800 100 900. Their website is also an excellent source of information on careers, finding a job, courses and learning: National Careers Service.