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The programme will operate on a fortnightly timetable with students spending
one day per fortnight at EAGIT and the same day in the other week in a work
placement.
There will be two groups which will alternate between EAGIT and a work placement.
During the training provider (EAGIT) based element of the programme, students
will study for a qualification at Level 2 which is equivalent to two GCSEs (180 GLH),
i.e. BTEC Extended Certificate in Engineering.
During the work placement, regular monitoring visits and reviews will take place where
targets will be set and monitored in conjunction with the employer, as is currently
carried out for apprentices in the work place. Students can self generate work placements
or EAGIT will source placements that are appropriate to support the qualification.
This programme of study is only open to students who are expected to achieve Level 5 at
the end of Key Stage 3. In addition, students must have a good attendance and behaviour
record and have shown an aptitude for Design Technology-related subjects.
This programme will ensure that all Post 16 pathways remain a viable option to the
students in terms of movement into an apprenticeship, fulfilling entry requirements
for Sixth Form or acceptance onto college courses. For students looking towards
Engineering in a Higher Education establishment there could be progression to either
Science / Mathematics A Levels or a BTEC National Diploma (Level 3) which is included
in the UCAS tariff.
