Free Entry Level 1 Independent Living Skills Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. This is a short, full-time daytime course, running over 16 hours in total. It covers skills to help you manage everyday life more independently. The course is delivered through the Community department and uses Gateway Qualifications as the awarding body.
Who this course is for
Independent Living Skills Entry 1 Cert E&T (GGI00AAAE1 25/26GA) is based in the Community department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen GATEWAY as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills for managing daily tasks more independently.
You'll build awareness of personal safety and looking after yourself.
You'll practise communication skills used in everyday situations.
You'll learn how to access support and services in your community.
You'll develop skills to help you make simple decisions and plans.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. Learning is hands-on and practical, focused on everyday situations. Assessment is carried out through the course rather than a formal written exam. Your tutor will observe your progress and review your work as you go. Entry requirements are available on request from the centre.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Support worker, helping people live independently in the community
Care assistant, supporting adults with daily living tasks
Personal assistant, working one-to-one with individuals who need support
Community support worker, linking people to local services
What you could study next
After this course, you could move on to a higher entry level or Level 1 qualification in a related area.
Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3 Independent Living Skills qualification, to build further on what you've learned.
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Health and Social Care, a step toward working in care or support roles.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Entry Level, which can open up more training and employment options.
