Springboard
| Course Type: |
Full-time |
| Course Level: |
 |
| Location: | Colchester |
| Duration: | 1 year |
| Centre: | Education |
| Course Code: | ZT60801 |
Course Description:
This full time, person-centred course is designed for young adults with a learning difficulty and/or disability who wish to develop their literacy and numeracy skills, and continue their education in a supportive environment. The course aim is to equip learners with the literacy and numeracy skills required to reach their own goals for learning, life and work. However, the development of social and communication skills, in addition to developing skills for independence are also prioritised.
Course Content:
Delivery is through a learner centred approach and literacy and numeracy skills are developed through the delivery of a wide range of exciting subjects. Learning takes place in both classrooms and workshops but practical and community based learning is also an important aspect of the course. This enables learners to practise applying literacy and numeracy skills in practical contexts.
As part of the course, learners will work towards the achievement of adult literacy and numeracy qualifications at their assessed level.
Entry Requirements:
Learners must be working at Entry Level both literacy and numeracy which will be assessed as part of the admissions procedure.
Career Opportunities:
Part-time supported, sheltered or mainstream employment..
Course Progression:
Following completion of the Springboard course, it may be possible to progress on to another adult Foundation Learning programme.
Further Information:
Course Enquiry Line: (01206) 712777
Make a general enquiry
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Updated on Wed, 09/11/2011 - 12:43pm.
