Free Entry Level Life and Living Skills Course in Cheltenham. Classes run at National Star College Worcester, full-time during the day. This is a three-year course focused on building everyday independence and practical life skills. There are no specific entry requirements, and you can bring a support worker along if you need one. The course covers skills for daily life and is open to young people and adults, including those with profound and multiple learning difficulties.
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 knowledge of personal safety and wellbeing.
You'll learn how to make choices and decisions in everyday life.
You'll develop skills for taking part in your community.
You'll work on practical skills linked to home and self-care.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom during daytime sessions. You'll be assessed through practical tasks and activities that reflect real everyday situations. Assessment is ongoing and based on what you do and demonstrate during the course, rather than written exams. Your support worker can be present during sessions if you need them.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. National Star College Worcester will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting people with daily living tasks
Support worker: helping adults with learning disabilities
Personal assistant: one-to-one support in community settings
Day centre worker: activity and wellbeing support for adults
What you could study next
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Life and Living Skills: the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex everyday skills.
Entry Level or Level 1 Functional Skills in English or Maths: useful alongside or after this course to strengthen communication and number skills.
Level 1 Award in Personal and Social Development: builds further on independence and community participation.
