About the programme
The programme is an average of 40 weeks. It can include Horticulture, Employability skills, Personal development, Work placement, ICT, English and Maths. The programme and support are tailored to meet individual needs and are reviewed on a monthly basis. This is all delivered in small groups with high staff ratio.
Horticulture - Learners can work towards a Level 1 Award or Certificate in Practical Horticulture Skills. This covers all areas of horticulture including: Seed sowing, establishing plants and harvesting, Plant identification, Pruning, Soil PH, Block Paving, Tool maintenance and maintaining wood structures.
Ready for Independence - Learners develop skills to become more independent.
Retail - Learners can work towards a Level 1 Award or Certificate in skills for working in Retail.
Employability Skills - Includes interview skills, application forms, job search techniques and CV building.
Personal Development - This can cover a wide range of areas and is tailored to each individual’s needs. Some of the units available include: Managing personal finance, Team working, Customer Service, Healthy living, Environmental awareness, Food preparation and basic cooking.
Work Placements - Learners will be given the opportunity to undertake supported work placements in one of Azures businesses such as the Nurseries or Garden Centre.
English, Maths and ICT - these functional skills are included in every learner’s programme and each learner is given support to improve their skills. Activities take place in a group and individual setting and may lead to a relevant City and Guilds qualification.
Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) – Learners will take part in IAG group and individual sessions. These sessions are intended to offer impartial advice and guidance about a way forward on completion of Azure Skills Builder programme.
Other options:
This programme is also available to learners who require specific aspects of a course or require Personal Development and Social Skills but do not wish to participate in the full programme. This can be accommodated on a day-to-day basis at an agreed cost per day.