Foundation Learning Post 16 (formerly e2e)
The Facts
What is Foundation Learning?
It’s a programme you can do to help you get into college, an apprenticeship or a job.
Locally some of these programmes are called 'Destinations'
Who can do Foundation Learning?
Anyone who is aged 16 to 18 and not already on a course, an apprenticeship or a job and have not done a similar programme before. In special situations people up to age 25 may be able to do it. For example if you have been ill or taken time out to have a baby.
Will I get paid?
You may be able to get an EMA (Education Maintenance Allowance) of up to £30 a week.
You may also get travel expenses and may get the costs of any childcare.
Your parents will be able to carry on claiming Child Benefit and usually Child Tax Credits for you.
You will also be able to apply for money from an Access or Hardship fund. There is a limited amount of cash available and it will go to the most needy students – ask your provider for details.
Where can I find out more?
Talk to your Connexions personal adviser in school, or if you’ve left school, at your local Connexions centre.
More Info
These programmes can help you to get ready for work or further learning. You will have a programme worked out for you that meets your needs. It can help you gain confidence and learn life skills. You can also learn job-hunting skills and choose which job to train for by trying out different ones. You will get certificates to show what you can do. Having completed a programme you should be able to move on to an apprenticeship, go to college or get a job.
If you think you might be interested in one of these programmes talk to your Connexions personal adviser who will be able to help you find a suitable programme.
Applying for Foundation Learning
In Year 11 you can apply for these programmes on the Leicester and Leicestershire Common Application Form (LeCAP). You should be be able to apply using the electronic LeCAP form at your current school or college. If your school or college is not using the electronic version of the LeCAP form they may give you a paper LeCAP form to fill in. Your details will be sent to your chosen provider and you will be asked to come to an interview.
You can still apply after you leave school. Your Connexions adviser can help you apply. Contact your local Connexions Centre to see an adviser.
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Last Updated: 17-Aug-2010