Learning for Life and Work

Entry Level - Pathway to Independent Living

  • Academic Year: 26/27
  • College 16+
  • EP Campus
  • Crewe Campus
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Classroom Vocational Programme

How to apply

The Course


Students studying on this pathway will have access to range of learning
experiences developed and designed to foster independence and
self-reliance. The programmes focuses upon learning opportunities being
developed through a person-centred approach, to develop skills reflective of the
stage and ability of young people, with the main focuses upon promoting
skills necessary for a young person to be able to develop
independence.  Students on this pathway will explore various topics
including: 



  • meal prep and cooking, running a household

  • travel training, community and personal safety

  • budgeting and finance skills

  • relationships and friendships

  • personal awareness, choice making and self-advocacy 

  • next steps

Courses on this pathway:



  • Entry Level 2 Certificate in Living Independently

  • Entry Level 3 Certificate in Living Independently

Alongside their main study programme, all students are actively encouraged to
access opportunities in the following areas to enhance and develp skills to
build confidence, self esteem and resilience and to provide a wider
understanding of society and the
community.

Tutorials
Covering key topics, such as
British Values, PREVENT duty, E-safety, news and current affairs, and key
awareness days/themes.


Enrichment
Half a day every week where students
can choose a session to attend from a variety of subjects such as sport and
fitness, outdoor expedition, commuity participation and many
more.


Work experience
A range of internal and
external opportuniteis, including work the the College shop and cafe and
placements with a range of local businesses. Work experience is bespoke to each
student and linked to their skills and interests.


Functional Skills Maths and English
These skills
are embedded within everything we do in the study programme with targeted
interventions for students who need support in a particular area to help them
progress.


Digital Literacy
This runs through all aspects of the
curriculum. Students will learn the skills they need to enable them to find,
sort, evaluate, manage and create information online or in a digital
format.


Employability
This is offered on a termly basis for each
year group and is personalised to their study programme. Students learn key
employability skills, including writing a CV, applying for jobs and interview
skills.



 


No formal entry requirements. Study programmes will be discussed at interview to meet individual needs and overall outcomes
Progression options will be discussed with your lecturer on completion of your course.
£450

The course fee shown is the co-funded rate which is only available for people living in the local authority areas of Cheshire West and Chester or Cheshire East. If you live outside of these local authorities please contact the College for fee information.

Funding for Adult Courses

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

Higher Education Funding

There is funding available for eligible students.

Do I pay this fee?

Higher Education courses such as HNCs and HNDs can be self-funded through a payment plan. However, for eligible students, a tuition fee loan can fund your course through Student Finance England and you may be eligible for a maintenance loan to support your education.

Please note, you should apply for your loan before the course starts. You only commit to the loan once you begin attending the course.

Find out more about eligibility at Student Finance. For more information, find out on our Higher Education page or get in touch with our Bursary department.

Find out more about funding

Potential Career Pathways

Biologist

Average Salary:
Up to £40,000

Biologists examine the structure, behaviour and relationships of living organisms. Their work helps improve environmental management, medicine and scientific knowledge.

Biologist

Average Salary:
Up to £40,000

Biologists examine the structure, behaviour and relationships of living organisms. Their work helps improve environmental management, medicine and scientific knowledge.

Top-Up Degrees

Degrees you could enter:

  • Degree 1
  • Degree 2
  • Degree 3

Take the next step

Have questions or need help applying? Our friendly Admissions Team is here for you — get in touch today!

Email: admissions@ccsw.ac.uk

Phone: 01270 654654 (Crewe Campus) / 01244 656555 (Ellesmere Port and Chester Campuses)

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The Course


Students studying on this pathway will have access to range of learning
experiences developed and designed to foster independence and
self-reliance. The programmes focuses upon learning opportunities being
developed through a person-centred approach, to develop skills reflective of the
stage and ability of young people, with the main focuses upon promoting
skills necessary for a young person to be able to develop
independence.  Students on this pathway will explore various topics
including: 



  • meal prep and cooking, running a household

  • travel training, community and personal safety

  • budgeting and finance skills

  • relationships and friendships

  • personal awareness, choice making and self-advocacy 

  • next steps

Courses on this pathway:



  • Entry Level 2 Certificate in Living Independently

  • Entry Level 3 Certificate in Living Independently

Alongside their main study programme, all students are actively encouraged to
access opportunities in the following areas to enhance and develp skills to
build confidence, self esteem and resilience and to provide a wider
understanding of society and the
community.

Tutorials
Covering key topics, such as
British Values, PREVENT duty, E-safety, news and current affairs, and key
awareness days/themes.


Enrichment
Half a day every week where students
can choose a session to attend from a variety of subjects such as sport and
fitness, outdoor expedition, commuity participation and many
more.


Work experience
A range of internal and
external opportuniteis, including work the the College shop and cafe and
placements with a range of local businesses. Work experience is bespoke to each
student and linked to their skills and interests.


Functional Skills Maths and English
These skills
are embedded within everything we do in the study programme with targeted
interventions for students who need support in a particular area to help them
progress.


Digital Literacy
This runs through all aspects of the
curriculum. Students will learn the skills they need to enable them to find,
sort, evaluate, manage and create information online or in a digital
format.


Employability
This is offered on a termly basis for each
year group and is personalised to their study programme. Students learn key
employability skills, including writing a CV, applying for jobs and interview
skills.



 


Students studying on this pathway will have access to range of learning experiences developed and designed to foster independence and self-reliance. The programmes focuses upon learning opportunities being developed through a person-centred approach, to develop skills reflective of the stage and ability of young people, with the main focuses upon promoting skills necessary for a young person to be able to develop independence.  Students on this pathway will explore various topics including:  meal prep and cooking, running a household travel training, community and personal safety budgeting and finance skills relationships and friendships personal awareness, choice making and self-advocacy  next stepsCourses on this pathway: Entry Level 2 Certificate in Living Independently Entry Level 3 Certificate in Living IndependentlyAlongside their main study programme, all students are actively encouraged to access opportunities in the following areas to enhance and develp skills to build confidence, self esteem and resilience and to provide a wider understanding of society and the community.TutorialsCovering key topics, such as British Values, PREVENT duty, E-safety, news and current affairs, and key awareness days/themes.EnrichmentHalf a day every week where students can choose a session to attend from a variety of subjects such as sport and fitness, outdoor expedition, commuity participation and many more.Work experienceA range of internal and external opportuniteis, including work the the College shop and cafe and placements with a range of local businesses. Work experience is bespoke to each student and linked to their skills and interests.Functional Skills Maths and EnglishThese skills are embedded within everything we do in the study programme with targeted interventions for students who need support in a particular area to help them progress.Digital LiteracyThis runs through all aspects of the curriculum. Students will learn the skills they need to enable them to find, sort, evaluate, manage and create information online or in a digital format.EmployabilityThis is offered on a termly basis for each year group and is personalised to their study programme. Students learn key employability skills, including writing a CV, applying for jobs and interview skills. 
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FUNDING FOR ADULT COURSES

If you are aged 19+ we can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of our adult courses.

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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