Course Information

The Personal and Social development courses have been developed to enable learners to have a real experience of independent living skills to enhance social abilities and develop the skills needed for everyday life. Learners are taught how to look after themselves, the importance of personal hygiene, how to use public transport, prepare simple food and drinks and handle money. Literacy and numeracy skills are also embedded into the curriculum. The course is delivered over 3 days a per week.

What Will I Learn?

The course follows the ILS curriculum where the four pillars of learning provide the core of the programme:

• Health and Wellbeing • Community Inclusion • Independent Living • Employability

The curriculum provides a practical and flexible approach for gaining and consolidating skills in each of these areas in order to prepare learners for adult life.

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.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements, however an informal interview will be held. During the interview, an initial assessment will be completed to assess a variety of skills. Students' social and emotional needs will be discussed to ensure the course is suitable for learners' needs.

Most learners will be working towards Entry 1

Assessment

There is no formal assessment on this programme. Students will have their progress towards individual targets continuously assessed and reviewed. Reviews with students and their parents/carers will take place throughout the year. Progression is tracked through target setting and assessment

Disclaimer

Coleg y Cymoedd takes every effort to ensure the information on this website is accurate at time of being live. Coleg y Cymoedd reserves the right to make changes or withdraw without notice any of the courses, course facilities or support described.