Foundation Education

Whatever your starting point at Lancaster & Morecambe College, we aim to provide the best option for you, and in Foundation Learning we will give you the time, support, and qualifications to grow in confidence, independence, and prepare you for your next steps.

Discovery Pathways

Discovery Pathways are for those who need more time to settle into College.

Foundation Pathways

Skills Development Pathway

Our Skills Pathway offers you the chance to take your first steps into college life.

Foundation Pathways

Engagement Pathway

Our Engagement Pathway is designed to support and progress young people who are at risk of becoming NEET

foundation pathways - EHE

Year 11 Learning at LMC

Elected Home Educated (Year 10/11)
School Links Provision
School Referrals (Year 10/11)

Vocational Pathways

The Vocational Pathway encourages students to choose a vocational area that matches their interest, strength, and ambition, and help to:

Develop employability skills
Gain practical experience
Build confidence and independence
Prepare for progression into further study, Apprenticeship, Internship, or employment

Vocational Pathways are available in the following subject:

Sports & Public Services Pathway – Level 1

Sports & Public Services Pathway – Level 2

Art & Design Pathway

Digital Technology Pathway

Caring Professions Pathway

Animal Studies Pathway

Hair & Beauty Pathway

Food and Beverage Service

Business Pathway

Destination Pathways

Following completion of a Vocational Pathway, students can progress onto a Destination Pathway which is designed to support their future goals.

Progression Pathway

Supports internship

Cross College Progression

Apprenticeship

Employment

GET IN TOUCH

To find out more about our Foundation Education curriculum, speak to our team about the best Pathway for you. Contact us on 01524 521270 or email aspire@lmc.ac.uk

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Foundation Education courses on offer:

Foundation Pathways - Skills Pathway and Engagement Pathway

Start Date: 07/09/2026

MOA: Full Time
Level: Level 1
Type: 16-18, Adult FT
Duration
Location: Lancaster & Morecambe College

Progression Pathway

Start Date: 07/09/2026

MOA: Full Time
Level: Level 1
Type: 16-18, Adult FT
Duration
Location: Lancaster & Morecambe College

YOUR could progress on to...

Apprenticeships
Supported Employment
Further study at LMC
Internships

Foundation Education offers you the opportunity to sample a range of vocational areas to help find the right one for you. The courses we offer will help you progress into other areas of College, training or employment and give you the skills and confidence to gain relevant qualifications. All courses include work experience or working in real work environments within the College and you will also get the chance to take part in enterprise and fund raising activities throughout the year. This could be your opportunity to progress into the career you want.

Lindsey Walker, Programme Area Manager - Pathways, School Links & Level 1

Leading coaching sessions with local schools has pushed me out of my comfort zone and helped me communicate better.

Sports & Public Services Pathway student

YOUR TUTOR(S)

Mike Ferguson

Teaches: Supported Internships

All you need to start the Supported Internship course is enthusiasm, motivation, energy and determination. As the course progresses, you will develop your employability, personal and social skills, which will enable you to increase your independence and develop your confidence and self-esteem. All of these new skills will ensure that you are better prepared to enter the workplace as a skilled and effective employee.