At South Devon College, you can begin or continue your education journey at any age. The most important thing to have on your journey is essential skills, allowing you to study higher level qualifications and ensure you’ve got skills that help in a wide variety of jobs.
Part of our Essential Skills offer is a suite of Functional Skills qualifications that set you up perfectly for further study if you want to improve on existing or missing GCSE grades.
Are you looking to learn digital skills? This course is suitable for adults with no or little prior experience of using digital devices or the internet.
In an increasingly digital world, it’s becoming more important to have the right skills in order to use computers and other technological devices.
Upskill and Retrain with Our Adult GCSE Courses
Are you looking to enhance your skills, retrain for a new career, or simply broaden your knowledge? Our Adult GCSE courses are designed to help you achieve your goals, no matter your background or current skill level. Whether you’re aiming to improve your qualifications for work, further education, or personal development, our flexible courses are tailored to fit your busy lifestyle.
Subjects offered:
Improve your communication skills, both written and verbal, to boost your confidence and career prospects.
Build a strong foundation in mathematics, essential for many careers and everyday problem-solving.
Explore the fascinating world of living organisms, ideal for those considering careers in healthcare, research, or environmental science.
Gain insights into societal structures and issues, perfect for those interested in social sciences and community work.
We understand that balancing education with other commitments can be challenging. That’s why we offer classes both during the daytime and in the evenings, providing you with the flexibility to choose a schedule that works best for you.
Multiply offers bespoke training packages focused on workplace numeracy skills. Our goal is to help individuals achieve their Functional Skills Level 2 Maths qualification. Recognising that everyone’s learning journey is unique, we collaborate with local organisations to create customised programs that build confidence in numeracy for both professional and personal use.
Funding is available for individuals with specific postcodes who do not already have GCSE maths or an equivalent qualification.
*Note: The Devon Multiply project is managed by Learn Devon.
Evaluate the current numeracy level of participants.
Enhance your confidence in numeracy, preparing you for further qualifications like GCSEs or Functional Skills.
Develop tailored programmess based on organisational needs.
Our approach is flexible, with no predetermined courses. We assess the needs of each organisation and their staff, ensuring the staff meet the postcode eligibility criteria for funding. For instance, our team can provide on-site Information, Advice, Guidance and assessment, fulfilling the 2-hour contact time requirement for funding.
Partner with us to build numeracy skills in your workforce, tailored to meet the specific needs of your organisation and employees.
Funded incentives are available for employers to recruit apprentices through South Devon College, whether you want to upskill existing staff or bring in new talent - now is the right time to invest in apprenticeships.
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A space designed for you. At the heart of the new offer is the Sixth Form Hub, a dedicated student space, with laptops provided to support your learning.
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At South Devon College Sixth Form, you have the freedom to choose your study options, selecting from both A Levels and applied subjects.
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