Free Entry Level Life and Living Skills Course in Hereford – National Star College Hereford

CostFREE
Duration3 years
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level Life and Living Skills Course in Hereford. Classes run at National Star College Hereford, full-time during the day. There are no specific entry requirements, and you can bring a support worker along if you need one. This entry level life and living skills course covers everyday skills to help you become more independent. It runs over three years.

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 and social skills in a supported setting.
  • You'll build confidence in making choices and decisions about daily life.
  • You'll learn how to look after your personal wellbeing and safety.
  • You'll explore practical skills relevant to home and community living.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom, with support available throughout. The course uses practical, activity-based learning suited to entry level study. Assessment is ongoing and based on your participation and progress across the units. 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 Hereford will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting people in residential or community settings.
  • Day centre support worker: helping adults with daily activities.
  • Supported living assistant: enabling independence in home environments.
  • Personal assistant: providing one-to-one support to an individual.
  • Community support worker: assisting people to access local services.

What you could study next

  • Entry Level 2 or Entry Level 3 qualifications in life skills: continue building independence at the next level.
  • Entry Level Functional Skills in English or Maths: develop literacy and numeracy alongside everyday skills.
  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in Adult Social Care: a first step toward working in a care role.
  • Vocational qualifications in health and social care at Level 1 or Level 2: for those moving toward employment in the care sector.