Life Skills and Independence Pathway

Is this course for me?

The Life Skills pathway is designed specifically for learners with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) working at Pre-Entry levels upwards. The purpose is to enable them to develop the skills needed to live as independently as possible, particularly for people considering supported living in the future. This comprehensive course ensures a high level of support in the class as classes are taught in small groups of 6-8 learners.

Study Overview

The Life Skills and Independence pathway course is divided into 4 main areas: 

• Life skills and cooking: Learners will develop their cooking skills and other skills needed to live as independently as possible. 
• Social and community skills: Learners will discover how to access different facilities in the community and how to be safe when out in the community. 
• Healthy living: This unit focuses on staying healthy physically and mentally and gives learners the opportunity to try out a range of sports.  
• Employability skills: In this unit, learners will develop soft skills, such as teamwork and communication skills. They will also have the opportunity to participate in enterprise projects. 

English and Maths skills are also embedded into this course. 

Progression and Employment Opportunities

Upon successful completion, with this Life Skills qualification and the significant enhancement of both life and independence skills, you could potentially progress onto the Employment and Vocational Pathway. Overall, this course is a great start to broaden your opportunities for personal and professional growth.