Free Entry Level Life and Living Skills Course in Cheltenham. Classes run at National Star College, full-time during the day. This free life and living skills course runs over three years. It covers everyday skills to help you become more independent. There are no specific entry requirements, and you can bring a support worker with you if you need one. The course welcomes young people and adults, including those with profound and multiple learning disabilities.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone who needs support to become more independent and get skills for everyday life. It's suitable for young people and adults needing entry level learning, including those with profound and multiple learning disabilities. You can bring along a support worker to help you on the course if needed.
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements.
What you will learn
You'll develop skills for managing everyday tasks more independently.
You'll practise communication skills for daily situations.
You'll build awareness of personal safety and wellbeing.
You'll learn how to make choices and decisions in everyday life.
You'll develop social skills for interacting with others.
You'll work on practical skills linked to home and community life.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom during the day. You'll work through activities and tasks designed around real everyday situations. Assessment is ongoing and based on your participation and the skills you demonstrate during the course. Your support worker can attend sessions with you if needed.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. National Star College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting people in residential or community settings.
Support worker: helping individuals with daily living tasks.
Day centre assistant: working with adults in structured daytime programmes.
Volunteer: contributing to community or charity activities.
Supported employment role: working with job coaching in place.
What you could study next
Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3 qualifications in Life and Living Skills: the next steps toward greater independence and broader everyday skills.
Entry Level Functional Skills in English or Maths: useful for building communication and number skills alongside daily life learning.
Level 1 Award or Certificate in a vocational subject: opens options in areas such as catering, horticulture, or creative arts depending on your interests and goals.
