Entry 1 Life & Living Skills

Course Overview

Course Type:

Full Time

Available at:

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Course Area:

Foundation incl ESOL English & Maths

Course Duration:

1 Year

Available at:

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The Course in Detail

Our Life and Living courses support students with learning difficulties and disabilities who would like to develop their personal and social development skills as well as their work skills. The courses are delivered by a dedicated team of specialist and experienced staff. We offer study programmes which help students develop maths, English, ICT as well as life, personal and communication skills. These courses offer practical and classroom based activities as well as supported trips, visits and work experience to help develop independent living skills. This course is suitable for students, aged 16-24, with moderate learning difficulties and/or disabilities who want to develop their life, personal and communication skills.

Subjects which may include:

  • Cooking
  • Shopping
  • Life skills
  • Community responsibilities
  • Recycling
  • Art
  • Healthy lifestyles
  • Preparation for work
  • Office skills
  • Communication
  • Personal skills
  • Emotional wellbeing
  • ICT
  • Leisure time
  • Enterprise
  • Maths and English

Our students have access to a dedicated kitchen area and art room as well as computer rooms and classrooms.

Entry Requirements & Progression

What You'll Need

It is important that you provide us with your Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP) and/or transition plan from school upon making your application. If we can meet your needs we will invite you for an interview to discuss the course in more detail and to establish the most suitable level of study.

This Could Lead to

On completion you may be able to move onto the next level of these courses, if appropriate, or to a Supported Internship.

Availability & Enrolment

College Life & Student Support Services

College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.

Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.

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