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This course is designed to prepare you for further study or for work. You will develop your social and learning skills. You will also learn about how to gain employment and develop skills for independent living.

  • What will I study?

    The units you will study are likely to include:

    Core Units:

    • English
    • Mathematics
    • ICT
    • Work skills
    • Accessing employment
    • Group skills
    • Independent travel
    • Personal conduct
  • Who is this course for?

    If you are working towards Entry Level 2 or achieved our ACE or Entry 1 qualification, this course may be for you. It is designed for students who need a supportive environment in which to learn.

    This qualification is designed for students working at Entry Level 2 which is likely to encompass a scale of achievement from those students with complex learning difficulties and disabilities to those with milder learning difficulties and/or disabilities who are able to progress further either on to other Supported Learning or mainstream courses.

  • How is the course assessed?

    You will be taught in small groups and will be set targets to achieve. Both your targets and your progress will be monitored regularly in tutorial sessions.

    We will assess your individual needs at your initial interview, and if necessary, we will arrange additional support to help you achieve your learning goals.

    There are no exams and coursework for the qualification is assessed through the year.

  • Your Study Programme

    We will assess your individual needs at your initial interview, and if necessary, will arrange additional support to help you achieve your learning goals.

  • General info

    There are usually at least 2 full day trips to various locations: Day Trips £20.00 - £40.00.

  • Progression and Career Opportunities

    Opportunities include:

    • Supported Learning study at Entry 3
    • Supported internships
  • Entry Requirements for new students

    You must already be at Level Entry 1 or above before joining. You must be willing to take part in new learning opportunities and to improve your literacy, numeracy and social skills. You should also be committed to furthering your education.

  • Admissions Process

    We recommend that you attend one of our exciting open events so that you can look around the department, the college and meet the tutors. You are welcome to do this before or after you apply. These events have proved very successful in ensuring students and their families see the best of what the college has to offer such as our inspirational teaching areas, teachers, library facilities and places to eat.
    Once you have applied our experienced Enrolment Team will consider your application carefully and will let you know, by email, if the College would like to make you a conditional offer based on you meeting the specified entry requirements. If your predicted grades or career aims suggest that an alternative subject area or course level would be more appropriate for you at this stage, we will contact you either by telephone, email or text. If you have told us that you have some additional support needs we will contact you to find out more so that we can help you.