Foundation Learning is a programme to support young people to get into college, on an apprenticeship or into a job with training.
You may also want to find out about Pre Foundation Learning programmes.
Pre foundation programmes offer extra support to help you improve your skills and confidence and you'll also get lots of support from a Connexions Adviser.
Talk to your Connexions Adviser to help you decide which programme suits you best.
Getting paid whilst on Foundation Learning: EMA will close to new applicants in England from January 2011. Learner support funds will be available through schools, colleges and training providers to help students who most need it to continue in learning. If you currently get EMA you will continue to receive it for the rest of this academic year, but you will not receive it next academic year