Free Entry Level Life and Living Skills Course in Hereford. Classes run at National Star College Hereford, full-time during the day. This is a free life and living skills course with no specific entry requirements. If you need support, you can bring a support worker with you. The course covers everyday practical skills to help you live more independently. It runs over three years, giving you time to build knowledge and confidence at your own pace.
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 practical skills for managing daily life more independently.
You'll build communication skills to help you express yourself and interact with others.
You'll practise personal care and self-management routines.
You'll develop skills for making choices and decisions in everyday situations.
You'll learn how to stay safe in familiar and community settings.
You'll build confidence in using everyday resources such as money, transport, and technology.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in a classroom setting during the day. You'll work through activities and tasks designed around real everyday situations. Assessment is based on what you can do and demonstrate over time, rather than written exams. Your progress is recorded through observation and practical tasks. If you need support, you can bring a support worker to help you take part.
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 with daily living tasks
Support worker: helping individuals with disabilities live independently
Personal assistant: providing one-to-one support in community settings
Day centre worker: assisting with activities and daily routines
Residential support worker: supporting people in care home settings
What you could study next
Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English and Maths: builds literacy and numeracy alongside everyday life skills.
Level 1 Award or Certificate in Independent Living Skills: a natural next step for learners ready to progress beyond entry level.
Level 1 Certificate in Health and Social Care: opens routes toward work in care and support roles.
Level 2 Diploma in Care: the qualification many employers look for when hiring care assistants and support workers.
