Courses

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What is a Study Programme?

Choosing to study at Wirral Met College is the first step towards your future career. Our courses are designed with employers and industry experts to help you gain the skills, knowledge and confidence you need to move on to university, an apprenticeship or employment.

If you’re aged 16–19 (or up to 24 with an Education, Health and Care Plan), you’ll take part in a full-time Study Programme. This combines your main qualification with English and maths, valuable work experience, and a wide range of enrichment opportunities.

Your Study Programme is designed to help you develop both personally and professionally, so you’ll leave college confident, capable and ready to take your next step.

Your Vocational Qualification

Your main vocational qualification is the core part of your Study Programme. This is where you will spend most of your time at college, working towards a nationally recognised award in your chosen subject area. These qualifications could include BTECs, T Levels, or other industry‑recognised certificates designed to give you the skills and experience you need for your next step after college.

English and Maths

English and maths are important life skills that will help you to succeed in your education, career and everyday life.

If you haven’t yet achieved a Grade 4 in GCSE English or maths, you’ll continue studying these subjects as part of your Study Programme, with support from our dedicated tutors to help you reach this level.

Improving your skills can not only enhance your job opportunities and career prospects, but also open the doors to further study and university

Benefits of improving your English and maths skills include...‍

  • They will help you to progress to higher level study
  • They will enable you to get you a better job
  • You will be able to access more career opportunities
  • They will help you earn more money in the future
  • They will provide you with better life opportunities

Work Experience

All learners on a study programme take part in a work experience placement, giving you practical insight, workplace skills and real-world readiness.

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Enrichment and personal development 

You’ll have a dedicated Pastoral Coach for tutorial sessions on wellbeing, personal growth and next steps, plus activities, trips and experiences that build confidence, teamwork and communication skills.

Personal Development

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Hi, I’m Ailz. What I love most about education is the opportunity to make a genuine difference to people’s lives, help them recognise their own potential, and open doors to new careers and pathways. I began my career teaching English in Further Education, before becoming a mentor for trainee teachers through their placement years. I really enjoyed mentoring and coaching trainees, helping them develop their practice and discover their own strengths as teachers. This led me into teacher education, where I now work as a Programme Lead, supporting the next generation of teachers in the Further Education and Skills sector.

I care deeply about social mobility, the importance of positive relationships, and helping students feel confident and engaged in their learning. I’m a nurturing and approachable teacher educator, and I’m committed to ensuring that every trainee I work with feels encouraged, valued, and supported as they develop their practice.

I’m Sasha. What I enjoy most about working in education is helping people build confidence and realise their full potential. I spent 13 years working as a teaching assistant and Learning Support Assistant before moving into teaching Health and Social Care and Access courses with learners aged 16 and over. These experiences shaped my belief in the importance of positive relationships and adapting teaching to meet individual needs.

Mentoring trainee teachers and coaching colleagues sparked my interest in teacher education, which I moved into in 2024. I enjoy helping trainees connect theory with classroom practice, try out new approaches and find their own confidence as teachers. I aim to create a supportive space where they can ask questions, reflect honestly and feel comfortable seeking advice.

I have a degree in Psychology, a master’s in Mental Health, a PGCE, the National Professional Qualification in Leading Teacher Development and a Postgraduate Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring in Education. These studies continue to inform my interests in inclusive teaching, wellbeing, and supporting others to develop their practice.