Moving on to Independence - Entry Level

The courses are designed for young adults who have the potential to progress and the enthusiasm to continue learning in a safe and supported setting. The aim of the Moving on to Independence course is to help students reach their potential through learning.

The nationally recognised qualification gained is structured to allow learners to develop the practical skills and knowledge designed to prepare students for adult life, further training, work and semi-independent living. The curriculum allows for experience in independent cooking, budgeting, household tasks, shopping for daily living, health, safety, hygiene and a range of other life and living skills.

Whilst there are no formal entry requirements, learners are required to show a positive attitude to learning.

Following a successful interview a taster session can be arranged. This will provide a further opportunity to assess whether the programme will be able to meet the needs of the student.

How long is this course?

1 year

When does this course start?

04/09/2023

How many hours / days per week is this course?

All of our foundation courses are 3 days a week and are a year long.

Age	Cost
16-18	Free*
19+	£900

* Certain courses may have additional costs to cover trips or DBS checks, and for some courses you will be expected to purchase additional items such as uniform or equipment.

Fee information

Though this course is free for those aged 16-18, there may be additional costs related to the programme, such as additional equipment and uniform, educational trips and work placement costs. Full details will be sent to applicants before enrolment.

Find all the information you need about course fees and financial help below.

Information on Fees and Financial Help

Adult (19+) learners

Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.

Complete our fee calculator

Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan

If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.

What qualification will I achieve?

City & Guilds Functional Skills in English & Maths Enterprise & Work Readiness

OCR Life & Living Skills (Entry Level 3)

TITAN

Students aged 16 to 18 who do not already have GCSE qualifications in maths and/or English at grades 4 (C) - 9 (A*) will take qualifications in English and/or maths as part of their vocational study programme - this is a government requirement.

How is my course assessed?

Assessment is an on-going process and is regular throughout the academic year. Initially students are assessed on an individual basis by their tutors.

Progress is measured through subject specific targets and through the verification of completed units. Subject specific targets are agreed with the student according to their own individual needs.

These targets are regularly reviewed and updated via the online PDP system. Students are given the opportunity to log in and view their own targets and progress regularly.