Award in Personal and Social
Skills
Content & Overview
This course aims to support your personal growth and
give you the skills to live as independently as possible, so you can
play an active role in your own community and develop a fulfilling social
life.
The course has 6 credits. You will choose different units with
your tutor.
These may include:
·Being part of a group
·Healthy
Eating
·Using Social and Leisure Facilities
Suitable
for
Adults preparing for employment, independent living, further
learning or adult life in general.
Entry requirements
You will need to come and
meet a tutor to see if this is the right course for you.
You need some
English skills to write in a workbook.
Your 19th birthday must have been on
or before 31 August 2023.
You will need to do an induction.
Why study here?
It is a nice place to learn. We
have very friendly staff who will work with
you on the course.
How will this course benefit me?
Upon the
completion of this qualification, you should have a greater understanding of the
skills required to live as independently as possible, you will have learnt
importance of playing an active role in your community and you should have
developed more fulfilling social life.
Attendance and Learning Assessment
You need to
come to class every week. You must be on time and stay for the full
lesson.
You must try your best each lesson.
You will be internally assessed via completion of a portfolio of evidence
demonstrating how you meet the qualification criteria set by the Awarding Body.
This will include tutor assessment, witness statements, tutor observations, real
work products.
There will be no formal examination.
Course Delivery
This is a face-to-face
classroom-based course with live lessons and set teaching times.
You should be willing to join in with class discussions and activities.
Application method
If you would like to apply for
this course, you can click on the “Apply Now” button above and complete an
online application form.
You can also come into Ashby Community Hub where a
member of our friendly team can help you to complete a paper form if this is
easier.
A member of our Customer Service Team will check your eligibility and
forward your application to a course tutor.
If you require more information
about this course, please use this link:- Course Information
Enquiry to enquire from our website or telephone our
Customer Service Team on 01724 297146.
Progression
The primary progression route
from these qualifications is into independent or supported living.
Additional information
You will need to bring
paper and a pen with you. You may also find it useful to have a folder to keep
your work in.
Costs
Most of our courses are
currently offered FREE OF CHARGE. However, in order to satisfy ESFA
funding requirements, we may need information from you regarding your personal
circumstances. If you need any more information, please contact our Customer
Service team on 01724 297146.