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We believe that college should be a place where everyone can access education that is right for them – in a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone. This is a place you will feel supported, and able to succeed, no matter your background or personal circumstances.
We are here to help unlock your potential and build a future that’s bright, brilliant and full of possibilities. That’s why our Progression Curriculum offers flexible and tailored ways of learning to suit every need.
With specialist support, expert SEND teachers and learning facilitators available, we work with you to support your needs. This is a place you can belong and thrive.
Explore the best option for you or speak to our supportive team today.
Routes for You...
Progression Programmes
(Foundation Learning)
Foundation programmes
Our foundation programmes offer an opportunity to sample subjects that interest you and provide a route to higher level courses or apprenticeships.
What level is the course?
Our courses are offered at Entry 2/3 and Level 1.
What does it involve?
You will sample areas of interest in a chosen subject. You will also develop employability skills to help you get a job in the future, alongside English, maths, digital literacy, and citizenship
What do I need to get onto the course?
No formal entry requirements.
If I successfully complete my course, what can I do after?
Progress onto higher level courses, an apprenticeship or employment.
Choose from routes to...
Construction Multi-Skills
Keen to work on buildings designed for the future? Learn eco-friendly skills and get yourself ready to be considered by some of the North West’s major employers like Balfour
Beatty and Wates Construction.
Available at Trafford College and Cheadle College
Practical sessions are held at our specialist facilities at our Stretford campus (for Trafford) and Stockport Campus (for Cheadle)
Creative Arts and Media
Master your creative style with this unique opportunity to work with experts in the industry on real life projects.
From photography to using film equipment, our courses are designed to get you ready to enter this exciting field.
Available at Trafford College and Cheadle College
Practical sessions are held at our specialist facilities at our Stretford campus (for Trafford) and Stockport Campus (for Cheadle)
Digital
Digital Technology is a huge part of our daily lives. There’s plenty of career options when it comes to smartphones and software that powers our businesses.
Be part of this exciting and transforming digital world!
Available at Trafford College and Cheadle College
Hair and Beauty
Learn your style when it comes to hair cutting and colouring, applying makeup and salon management. Our programmes also focus on creative learning, the latest trends and preparing you to manage your own clients.
Available at Trafford College and Cheadle College
Practical sessions are held at our specialist facilities at our Stretford campus (for Trafford) and Stockport Campus (for Cheadle)
Horticulture
Ready to dig into the world of plants? You’ll get straight into real gardening work and be given the chance to go on to study for a level one award in the department. Start growing your career today!
Available at Cheadle College
Practical sessions are held at our specialist facilities at our Stretford campus (for Trafford) and Stockport Campus (for Cheadle)
Hospitality and Catering
Study with us in Aspire, our award-winning on-site restaurant, a centre of excellence for all things food and drinks. Learn in a professional environment and develop the skills to cook quality dishes and deliver outstanding service.
Available at Trafford College, Altrincham Campus
Motor Vehicle
Gear yourself up for hands on experience with real cars when you study motor vehicle with us Learn about engines, electrics, suspension, gear systems and how to fix vehicles It’s your first step to studying a full qualification in motor vehicle.
Available at Trafford College and Cheadle College
Practical sessions are held at our specialist facilities at our Stretford campus (for Trafford) and Stockport Campus (for Cheadle)
Sport
Are you into playing sport, coaching others or getting fit? Your future is ready to be shaped! We have options for you to explore with us or at one of our sister colleges within The Trafford & Stockport College Group.
Available at Trafford College and Cheadle College
Pre-Supported Internships
The programme focuses on developing employability skills alongside meaningful work experience, helping to build confidence and prepare for future internships or employment.
Supported Internships
Our Supported Internships are based off-site with a trusted partner and provide a unique opportunity for young people with an EHCP to enhance their employability skills in a real working environment.
Choices – Available at Cheadle College
Available to support learners with high needs and/or disabilities to achieve a range of bespoke
qualifications. This course provides…
– A stepping-stone for maths and English
– Life and employability skills
– Work related learning, community projects and work experience
Successful students have the opportunity to progress to a Pre-Supported Internship, Supported Internship, work and/or volunteering.
Our new £27million building at our Cheadle College provides our Choices students with unique and specialist environments, to include a dedicated garden, sensory room and inspiring learning and social spaces.
Ronan Anker
Course: Supported Internship
Placements: Ronan completed his Supported Internship
placements at Trafford Town Hall, where he built admin and
teamwork skills, then moved to Altrincham FC, where he now
leads community sports sessions.
Personal goals: Ronan now travels independently and
consistently shows professionalism and dedication.
- Showed professionalism and dedication - Travelled independently - Built admin and teamwork skills - Lead community sports sessions
Oscar Schache
Course: Aviation Studies
- Built resilience and independence - Overcame challenges with tailored interventions - On track to achieve Distinction Stars
Oscar has an EHCP for Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) and he faced significant challenges around emotional regulation and confidence. Through tailored interventions, including 1:1 support, exam adjustments, and consistent guidance, Oscar built resilience and independence. Now in his third year, he is on track to achieve Distinction Stars in Aviation Operations, with additional qualifications in Maths, Travel and Tourism, and Air Cabin Crew.
Routes for You
Tailored Courses
We offer a range of other tailored options to support
everyone and provide options into college life and learning
– there’s a starting point for everyone.
Your starting point…
College Ready
College Ready is a two-day pre-college course which will help you to familiarise yourself with our supportive college environment, take part in fun team building activities, experience vocational tasters and have an opportunity to make friends, meet teachers and support staff.
If you are not quite ready to study a full-time course…
Step into Learning
Step into Learning is designed for young people who are undecided about their future career and don’t feel ready to access a full-time course or need support to enter the world of work.
This 10 week, 10 hour course will support young people who have been disengaged from learning to attend college, helping to remove barriers to participation in education and re-integrate into a learning setting.
Learning beyond the classroom…
Blended Learning (for students with EHCPs)
Our Blended Learning Programme is for young people who are unable to access learning on site due to health issues. This mixed delivery programme will help you overcome barriers to learning with the ultimate aim to support you to on site learning. Your curriculum will be planned to coincide with parallel on-site course to allow a blended approach, allowing you to attend in person sessions when you feel confident to do so.
For students who have been unable to engage with education due to emotionally based school non attendance or have specific needs around anxiety, and have an EHCP or a letter from school confirming Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA), we can offer a bespoke programme to suit your needs.
Our Provision
Trafford College (Altrincham campus)
Provision:
▶ Pre-Supported Internships
▶ Supported Internships
Cheadle College
Provision:
▶ Choices
▶ Pre-Supported Internships
▶ Supported Internships