Useful Information
Mode of study:Full-time
Level:Pre Entry to Level 1
Duration:1 year
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Course Overview
Our Supported Education programmes offer three strands for
young people with disabilities, learning difficulties and/or health conditions
to transition from school into their adult life. These three strands
are:
- Independent Living
- Employability
- Progression.
The programmes are personalised to support young people to
achieve the outcomes outlined in their EHCPs.They focus on the individual young
person and what they can achieve to improve their outcomes and prepare
themselves for further transition.
The programmes are designed to promote:
- confidence
- independence
- the acquisition of life skills
- a real sense of community understanding and
belonging
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Course Highlights
Independence
This course focuses on developing social skills and
independence in the home and community. It enables young people to function as
productively and independently as possible. Key topics covered
include:
- English and Maths
- Community access
- Travel/journey training
- Money management
- Social skills
- Personal hygiene
Employability
This course is designed for learners who need to develop the
skills that employers are looking for to secure future employment. There will be
an emphasis on teamwork and practical skills which is a crucial element of any
job.
Learners will develop functional skills in English, Maths
and ICT by participating in a range of practical activities. Key topics covered
include:
- English and Maths
- Work experience
- Independent travel training
- Money management
- Communication skills
- Personal presentation
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Career Opportunities & Further Study
Once students have developed their academic skills and are
able to study in a mainstream environment they may go on to further study at
Croydon College. Alternatively, students may be supported into employment
or to employment related services, or move into Adult Social Care.
Progression
This course allows learners who are unsure which vocational
route they would like to pursue as a career, to experience a variety of courses
across the college including:
- Music
- Art
- Hair & Beauty
- Culinary skills
- Construction & Plumbing
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Assessment
Assessment will be ongoing and consists of marking and
feeding back to learners on written work and observations of practical
skills.This will include a review of learners’ progress throughout the year on
personal and social skills, employability, English and Maths. A variety of
formative and summative assessment methods are used including observations,
practical assignments and coursework.
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Entry Requirements
After completing initial assessments and interviews learners are placed on to one of four progressive stages. The stages are linked to the learner’s independence skills, communication and readiness to work.
Young people interested in one of the three strands will have a learning difficulty, disability or health condition and will usually have an Education, Health and Care Plan.
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