To ensure that you maximise your potential and achieve your qualification and job targets, Prospects College provides a range of support services. We want all our students to be successful, whatever your issues we can help.
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Our experienced Business Development Team is committed to providing you with impartial and confidential advice to help you make the best choice for you.
During May 2008 Prospects College was awarded Matrix Quality Accreditation
You can find us at Prospects House Southend, Prospects House Basildon and Pegasus House, Basildon
You are welcome to visit us – please drop in, no appointment is necessary.
Alternatively, you can phone us on 0800 389 3589 or via email: enquiries@prospectscollege.co.uk
Below are some frequently asked questions and answers which may help you with your decision.
I did not get very good GCSE results. Will this stop me from doing an apprenticeship?
No. If you did not achieve the results needed for a full apprenticeship, the College has arranged of support service in place. This will be discussed with you at interview.
I sometimes lack confidence and I think I will need extra help to achieve my qualification. What support is available?
Learning support tutors are employed to give you one to one assistance, they will also assist you with other problems which might affect your training.
Will I get paid when I come to College?
If you are aged 16 - 18 and on a full time course with Prospects you will be entitled to a training allowance of £40 a week. For more information on EMA support contact Students Service on 01268 662444
If you obtain a full apprenticeship your employer will pay you the minimum weekly wage for apprenticeships, currently £80 per week (increasing to £95 in August 2009), although this will vary from employer to employer.
Will I get paid travel expenses whilst I am on a course?
If you are aged 16 - 18 and not employed you will be entitled to assistance with travel. Please ask your Student Support Officer about this.
Will the College help me to find a job or an apprenticeship?
We have good links with local employers and will work with you to find employment. However there is an expectation that you will take responsibility for finding an employer.
Job Search facilities are also available to help you find work.
What if I have a problem which is affecting my course?
The Student Services Team are here to help you. You can ask for a confidential meeting with them at any time and they will try to assist you and resolve your problem. The College has good links with specialist agencies and if we cannot help you we will be able to refer you to someone who can.
