Our courses will help develop your personal and social skills and gain confidence to become more independent. Future job roles include working as a volunteer or in supported or unsupported employment such as kitchen / cafe assistant, pet shop / garden assistant or porter.
You will be taught in small groups by a dedicated team of highly experienced staff. Our Specialist Support department offers help and support to you if you have an additional need or a disability such as sight loss, dyslexia or hearing loss.
Overview and modules
This course is suitable if you are a school leaver or young person with moderate to severe learning difficulties. It aims to build on prior learning of basic skills and to accredit essential skill and practical skill areas.
The main objectives of the course are to:
- Assist in the development of personal communication and practical skills – both on the college campus and by accessing facilities within the local community
- Certify skills at entry level
- Provide a progression route for students
Assessment methods
You will be assessed in a variety of ways which could include assignments, external examinations, case studies and continual class assessment.
Entry requirements
- 5 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English and Maths
- Equivalent qualifications are accepted including CACHE at Level 2 plus GCSE English at grade C
Continue your studies
No formal entry requirements are needed. The course is offered to school leavers and young adults with moderate to severe learning difficulties who require a supported environment in which to develop their personal skills.
Places on the course are allocated subject to receiving suitable references from a previous educational establishment and attending an interview.
Course-related fees
Enrolment fee: £40
Please note: Access to an appropriate digital device for learning is required for this course. You may be eligible for support with this; please visit our website for more information.
Cowbridge Road, Bridgend
This is one of our busier campuses and is located within walking distance of Bridgend town centre. It offers a wide range of courses from Childhood Studies and Fashion to Hair and Beauty, Hospitality and Travel and Independent Living Skills.
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