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At Northern Regional College we continually work with schools to develop an exciting and innovative vocational curriculum which is relevant to the opportunities available within the world of commerce and industry. This curriculum is part of the Entitlement Framework offering which will allow wider student choice at Year 11 and beyond. 

Each year, we partner with 46 schools in Northern Ireland, to assist in delivering the Entitlement Framework. We pride ourselves in our ability to replicate industrial workplace settings as well as providing learners a real vocational experience, equipping them with the skills necessary to succeed in industry. 

As part of the School Partnership Programme, pupils from local schools attend one of our campuses to study a vocational or academic programme from Hair and Beauty, Engineering and Construction; Plumbing and much more. These programmes range from Occupational Studies to BTECs and AS/A-Levels. 

RAISE Programme – Re-Engage for Success

RAISE Programme – Re-Engage for Success

The RAISE Programme provides a supportive and engaging pathway for Year 11 and Year 12 pupils (aged 14–16) who benefit from hands‑on learning, pastoral support, and an alternative route to achieving meaningful qualifications. Delivered in collaboration with Northern Regional College (NRC) and The Bytes Project, the programme is designed to improve attendance, motivation, and progression outcomes. The programme is ideal for pupils who:

  • Struggle with engagement in traditional classroom settings
  • Have low or inconsistent attendance
  • Would benefit from vocational learning and smaller group sizes
  • Need support with confidence, communication, and future planning

All pupils remain enrolled in school and receive wraparound support from Northern Regional College and Bytes Project.

Purpose:
A deeper, extended programme that helps pupils develop the full range of vocational, digital, communication, and personal skills needed for education and employment.

For more information contact Pamela Steele - pamela.steele@nrc.ac.uk

Further Information

Donna McCullough, School Partnership Contact

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How can we help

Higher Education

University-level qualifications at Level 4 and above.

Further Education

Vocational qualifications for post-16 school leavers.

Apprenticeships

Earn while you learn. Work-based learning with industry experts.
Phone: 0333 034 8197
Email: admissions@nrc.ac.uk

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