Welcome to CHI
CHI (Classroom in the Heart of Industry) is employment and education training for 16-19 year olds.
It is a unique opportunity to undertake on-the-job training in the hospitality and retail industry
whilst working towards recognised qualifications that will enhance future prospects in employment.
The course provides a blend of intensive ‘classroom’ based learning and
on-the-job training with the development of employability skills.
The students work towards academic qualifications that have a focus on the workplace and
independent living including Financial Skills, Preparation for Working Life and BTEC Hospitality.
If I won the lottery I would still come here!
I am feeling fantastic and proud of myself.
This course really makes you think about what you could do with your life.
It’s challenging in a good way. You get to learn different things in an exciting way.
Who is CHI for?
The CHI programme is for learners who are aged 16-19 who are looking to develop the skills for employment. To be eligible to apply for the course, students should have an EHC plan or statement in place.
In addition to this applicants will also ideally have:
- Already achieved some qualifications in literacy and numeracy (at least Entry Level 1)
- Be independently travel trained
- Have had a period of successful work experience
Mission Statement: “We aim to provide a centre of excellence in which individuals are valued and encouraged to give of their best.”
Industry Partners
The course is based over two main sites at present, the Marsham Court Hotel and the Tesco Extra in Bournemouth and students have the opportunity to experience working and learning over both sites.
The staff at Marsham Court & Tesco are fully behind the CHI Programme and work closely with the students to enable them to develop their employability skills and gain an overview of the hospitality industry.
We also have training placements with Bournemouth & Christchurch Hospitals and Honeybrook Farm among others.
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