Free Entry Level 3 Personal and Social Development Course in Sittingbourne
CostFREE
Duration9 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyASDAN
About this course
Free Entry Level 3 Personal and Social Development Course in Sittingbourne. Classes run full-time during the day at Meadowfield 6th Form Centre. No previous qualifications are required. The course runs over 9 months and covers the skills and confidence you need to move into work, further study, or more independent living. You'll try new activities, take on personal challenges, and develop practical life and social skills. This free personal and social development course is a strong starting point if you have no formal qualifications yet.
Who this course is for
This course is for you if you need help to make the transition from school to the world of work and adulthood, or develop your skills for independent living. It can help you to build your confidence, try some new activities and tackle some personal challenges.
Entry requirements
No previous qualifications required.
What you will learn
You'll develop skills for living and working more independently.
You'll build confidence in social situations and everyday interactions.
You'll explore personal challenges and reflect on how you handle them.
You'll try new activities and develop a broader range of interests.
You'll practise communication and teamwork in real group settings.
You'll identify your own strengths and areas you want to develop.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Meadowfield 6th Form Centre, with group activities, discussions, and practical tasks. Assessment is ongoing and based on your participation and the work you produce during the course. There is no formal written exam. Your progress is recorded through a portfolio or similar evidence of what you have done and learned.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Meadowfield 6th Form Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant. Supports people in care homes or in the community.
Classroom support assistant. Helps pupils in schools under teacher guidance.
Retail assistant. Customer-facing role in shops and supermarkets.
Warehouse operative. Picking, packing, and stock handling roles.
Receptionist. Front-of-house and admin support in offices or clinics.
Catering assistant. Food preparation and service in kitchens or canteens.
What you could study next
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Employability Skills. Builds directly on this course and focuses on job-readiness.
Level 1 Functional Skills in English and Maths. Strengthens the core skills most employers ask for.
Level 2 Certificate in Community Services or Health and Social Care. Opens doors to more specific vocational roles in care or community work.
Level 1 or 2 vocational qualifications in areas like retail, catering, or business administration, depending on the direction you want to go.
