The four pillars of learning provide the core of the programme: Health and Wellbeing Community Inclusion Independent Living Employability The curriculum provides a practical approach for gaining and consolidating skills. Communication, numeracy and digital literacy skills are a key part of learning, with opportunities to develop and practice these skills embedded within each of the four pillars. This is a non-accredited course designed to give learners the opportunity to engage in learning which is relevant to them and will provide opportunities to develop a range of life skills, personal skills and attributes, and develop interests in different areas.
The course is intended for applicants with severe learning difficulties/disabilities. Learners with severe learning difficulties/disabilities may have a range of conditions that have resulted in significant intellectual or cognitive impairments. Learners may also have difficulties in mobility, co-ordination, communication and perception. Learners may have attended special schools rather than mainstream school provision.
Most learners would typically be working at pre-entry/entry 1 level Numeracy & Literacy.
Following initial baseline assessments, using a person-centred approach learners will be set individual targets. Course tutors will provide support to track and review each target ensuring progress towards long term destinations.
Learners are likely to lead semi-independent lives when they leave college but will need continued support to develop and maintain their independence, play an active part in the community and any work environment. Some learners could progress onto Pathways 2, Exploring Independence within the college.