Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills
Work-based Learning
How well do programmes and activities meet the needs and interests of learners?

In effective self-assessment, how far learners' needs and interests are met is evaluated by the extent to which...

3.3the curriculum or programmes of work are socially inclusive, ensuring equality of access and opportunities for learners.

Success in adult literacy, numeracy and ESOL provision in the work-based learning context means...

3.3.1programmes are designed so that they remove barriers to participation.
3.3.2wherever learning happens, in the training centre, the college or the workplace, learners have equality of access.
3.3.3work placements are chosen which promote social inclusion.

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