Free Entry Level 1 Life and Living Skills Course in Redbridge – New City College Chadwell Heath Campus

CostFREE
Duration44 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 1 Life and Living Skills Course in Redbridge. Classes run full-time during the day at New City College Chadwell Heath Campus. This entry level life and living skills qualification is designed for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. The course runs for 44 weeks. You'll develop practical everyday skills across a range of areas that support independence and daily life. It's a free life and living skills course with no fees for eligible learners.

Who this course is for

16 to 18

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills for managing everyday tasks and routines.
  • You'll build communication skills for use in daily situations.
  • You'll learn how to handle money and basic numeracy in real contexts.
  • You'll explore personal wellbeing and how to look after yourself.
  • You'll practise skills for working with others and in group settings.
  • You'll develop awareness of your local community and how to access services.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based activities, practical tasks, and group work. Assessment is ongoing and portfolio-based. You'll gather evidence of your skills through completed tasks and activities rather than formal written exams. Your tutor will support you throughout and help you build your portfolio over the 44 weeks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. New City College Chadwell Heath Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker. Assisting people with daily living tasks.
  • Care assistant. Supporting adults or young people in care settings.
  • Classroom support assistant. Helping learners in educational settings.
  • Community support worker. Connecting people with local services.
  • Retail assistant. Working with customers and handling transactions.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3 Life and Living Skills Diploma. A natural next step to build on what you've learned.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths (Entry Level 2 or 3). Strengthens your literacy and numeracy for further study or work.
  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in a vocational subject. Opens routes into specific job areas such as care, retail, or hospitality.

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