“So the tutors are great for a number of reasons – they’re casual, you don’t feel like you’re being forced to do anything that’s uncomfortable, they’re not strict, they’ll have a laugh with you if you want to and they know how to get stuff done when they need to if we’re on a bit of a time crunch, but they also know how to have a bit of fun and not put pressure on you – and they’re great, they’re always there to give you information if you need it for at-home tasks and they’re always on Google Hangouts to message you if you need anything and they get back to you really quickly.”
Rachel
I think I’ve really enjoyed the fact that I’ve had to make new friendships, especially because I didn’t know anyone coming in – but after the first few weeks I think I’ve adapted to it really well.
Dan
“Before I came to Leeds City College, I was in school, I was in such a bad way at school, skiving lessons all the time, teachers always on my case, getting kicked out numerous times almost. So I applied for here just hoping to get on a course, I got accepted – it was entry Level 3. Dave was my tutor and I couldn’t have asked for anyone better as a tutor, because he just helped me. He helped me with every regard, with Maths and English, workshop work, the theory side of the workshop work – telling me how everything is and showing me what’s what.”
Harrison
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Course Information
Introduction
Designed for students with learning difficulties and disabilities, this course focuses on students making decisions and developing their learning. This helps students to explore and make choices and therefore start to prepare for adulthood.
While studying this course, you will focus on your own personal development and will acquire the transferable skills that will aid you with preparing for independent living. You will experience the world of work, community exploration, and lots of exciting sports and enrichment activities. You will also improve your communication skills and will gain support with your English and maths.
Benefits and skills
Practical support with English and maths.
An improvement in your communication skills.
Access to sports and enrichment activities.
Knowledge and introductory experience of the world of work.
Knowledge and introductory experience of independent living.
Knowledge and independent experience of community exploration.
Opportunities to engage in residential placements as part of our environmental projects and Duke of Edinburgh Award offer.
Access to the local community and understanding of how this relates to preparing for adulthood.
Entry requirements
These courses may be suitable if you have few or no formal qualifications.
Available Apprenticeships and Progression options
Our courses are extremely personalised and are designed to support progression.
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