Linkage
NO If
decided that we should not proceed with the application; you (Parents,
Connexions, Social Services) are informed.
2
You are invited to visit the campus to ascertain whether you feel the
college is suitable.
At the end of the tour, you are asked whether you would like to proceed
with an application.
If you would like to proceed, applications forms are sent to you and
your name is entered on our waiting list. If you feel the college is
inappropriate no further action is taken.
3
Upon return of
the
application forms they are
viewed by Linkage Transition Team. If prospective student is deemed
suitable a 3 or 5 day assessment is arranged - dependent on the needs
of the applicant and whether involvement from the members of the
Clinical Team is required.
NO Management Team
decide placement is inappropriate; you (Parents, Connexions Social
Services) are informed.
Student begins his/her programme at Linkage College.
YES It
is decided that we can go ahead with application to the next stage; the
assessment.
NO
If it is decided
that candidate is not suitable; you (Parents, Connexions, Social
Services) are advised at this point.
YES
Management Team offer a place to the applicant subject to LSC (Learning
Skills Council) funding. You
(student and family) are sent an induction pack and time and date to
start the programme at Linkage College. You
(student and family) are also invited to attend Transition Open days, to
ease Transition into College.
YES
Following
consultation, it is decided that the application can proceed to the next
stage; the visit.
Applicant attends assessment. Following the assessment Linkage
Transitions Team prepare a report, for the Management Team to decide if
a placement is appropriate or to seek further clarification.
? It
may be decided that we need to obtain further information and/or make a
visit to the school, to meet the young person and speak with staff,
before we proceed with application.
Funding is secured at an LSC panel.
1
Initial contact with Linkage College Transition Team is made by you
(Parents, Carers, Connexions or Social Services).
Linkage Transition Team completes V1 form to determine suitability of
prospective student.
What courses are available?
Linkage College is able to meet the various needs of a wide range of individuals with learning difficulties and other disabilities. Students are generally aged between 16-23 and come from all parts of the UK. Overseas students are also welcome to apply.
Students are usually funded by the Learning Skills Council, however some students are privately or local authority funded.
The college curriculum covers:
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The Application Process
If you would like to apply for a course at Linkage College please contact our Linkage College Transition Team on 01472 372400 or email college@linkage.org.uk
