This course is open to 14-18 year olds and appropriate for those who have social, emotional and mental health needs, as well as those wanting to transition back into an educational setting. Engage will provide you with the basic skills that are required to move you forward and offer you the chance to try different subject areas to help you select your chosen pathway.
You will study a range of topics including:
- Developing skills for employment, training and personal development along
with an introduction to vocational areas that interest you. You will also
study Maths and English (if you haven’t yet achieved that important grade
4).
- Learn from industry experience and well qualified vocational tutors
- Take part in cross college events
- Hear from a range of guest speakers
To be eligible for provision at one of our Colleges, you must either have been in care of the local authority for more than 24 hours or, If you are Elective Home Educated, you must have been home educated for a minimum of six months.
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of this page. For more information support with your enquiry or application please contact Student Services by emailing info@rotherham.ac.uk or by calling 01709 362111.
After a successful year on Engage, learners can progress onto vocational areas, whether this is as a Year 11 equivalent or as a post-16 learner
- 16-18 year olds do not need to pay course fees
- Those aged 19 or over may not need to pay fees depending on their circumstances. Find out if you qualify.
"I came to study at Dearne Valley College as the teaching is excellent and has fantastic construction facilities."Brendan Marshall Bricklaying - Former Student of Rawmarsh Community School
We make every effort to ensure information within our online course directory is accurate and a true representation of the courses we are offering in 2023 – 2024. However, we do reserve the right to make changes if necessary.