Business and Retail Foundation Level 1 Pathway

These pathways are for those who want to explore a career in business or retail through a full-time college course and would benefit from having a high level of support with English, maths and personal development.

The pathway gives you an introduction to business and retail. You will develop general administration skills, customer service skills, business communication skills, buying and selling skills while investigating retail business in the local area.

You will take part in interactive and fun activities where assessment is continuous rather than by exam and you will complete a portfolio as evidence of your learning.

The benefits of doing the course are:
• Improve your English and maths skills
• employability skills
• Study a range of topics connected to business and retail

You do not need qualifications to join these pathways. However you will need a successful interview with a member of the teaching team to show your commitment to full time study and your interest in the subject.

We will also expect a satisfactory school report.

As part of your interview we will assess your levels of English and maths and advise you of the most appropriate level to study.

Within the pathways you can progress from Entry Level to Level 1 as soon as you are ready. When you have achieved your Level 1 qualification you could progress onto Level 2 courses in a related subject such as business or other Level 1 or 2 courses. This course will also give you essential employability skills to look for employment in the business or retail industry.