Free Entry Level 1 Life and Living Skills Course in Attleborough

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Life and Living Skills Course in Attleborough. Full-time daytime classes run at Chapel Green School. The course runs over one year. You'll work toward the OCR entry level life and living skills qualification, building practical skills for everyday life. Entry requires a Statement of SEN or an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), along with a place at the school. The level you work toward depends on your ability. You could work toward an Award, Certificate, or Diploma.

Who this course is for

Here at Chapel Green School our students at Post 16 level work towards an accreditation in the OCR Life and living Skills. Pupils can work towards an Entry level 1-3 Certificate, Award or Diploma in the Life and living skills dependant upon their ability.

Entry requirements

Statement of SEN / EHCP / Place at School

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills for managing daily routines and personal care.
  • You'll build communication skills for everyday situations.
  • You'll learn how to make choices and decisions in daily life.
  • You'll practise skills for community participation and social interaction.
  • You'll develop awareness of health, safety, and wellbeing.
  • You'll work on independence skills relevant to home and community settings.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom at Chapel Green School during the day. OCR Life and Living Skills qualifications are assessed through portfolio evidence and observation. You'll gather evidence of your skills and achievements over the course of the year. Your progress is recorded and reviewed as you work through each area of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Chapel Green School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker. Assisting people with daily living tasks in care settings.
  • Classroom assistant. Supporting learners in school or college environments.
  • Community support worker. Helping individuals access local services and activities.
  • Volunteer. Contributing to community or charity organisations.
  • Domestic assistant. Practical household and cleaning roles in care or hospitality.

What you could study next

  • OCR Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3 Life and Living Skills Diploma. The natural next step if you want to develop your skills further at a higher entry level.
  • Entry Level 3 Functional Skills in English or Maths. Builds core literacy and numeracy skills that support further learning and employment.
  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in a vocational subject. Opens routes into work-related training once you have built your foundation skills.