Independent Living Skills for Adults
Independent Living Skills for Adults
Following the Colegau Cymru non-accredited programme, we teach a fundamental range that may include how to live independently, how to look after yourself, the importance of personal hygiene, how to use public transport, prepare simple food and drinks, and handle money.
Is this course right for me?
A person centred course for adults that require support to develop the skills required to live independently, improve employability skills, and continue to develop literacy and numeracy skills. A realistic approach ensures the learners needs and aspirations are met.
The Social Skills Assessment tool is used to identify strengths and to highlight areas for future development. Targets are set to help the learner develop new skills.
The course is one day a week and includes real life work experience opportunities.
Read our Additional Learning Needs Transition to College guide.
What are the entry requirements?
- Each application is considered on individual merit
- Entry is subject to attending a course information session or informal interview
Current student - what are the entry requirements?
- Not applicable
What will I learn?
The Social Skills Assessment tool is used to identify strengths and to highlight areas for future development. Targets are set to help the learner develop some of the following:
- Community Inclusion – Accessing community programmes, fundraising and self confidence building
- Employability – Work experience, organisation, time management, working independently, team work and preparing for an interview. Also, we have access to a work shop to improve practical skills such as wood work, basic computer repairs, bike, scooters and skateboard repairs
- Independence – Travelling independently, self-care, cooking, managing money, personal hygiene, problem solving
- Health and Wellbeing – Inclusive sport, social awareness, lifestyle, emotions, community involvement
- Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy
The following subjects may be included and are studied to help learners gather valuable life and social skills:
- Performing Arts
- Enterprise (Charity work)
- Horticulture
- Sport
- Personal Hygiene
Will I need to study additional English & Maths skills?
You may need to study an additional skills course depending on:
- the course you are taking at College
- what grades you gained in your GCSE Maths and/or English Language
Click below to find out what skills course you may be taking at College.
If you are studying a Workbased qualification:
- Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications
All other courses:
- Upskilling Destination Programme – an hour and half session a week developing essential research skills, critical thinking, and academic writing techniques, supporting literacy, numeracy, digital literacy and employability skills
- A one year GCSE resit course in required subject/s
- Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications, for Progression pathway programmes within the Built Environment Faculty only
For English:
- A one or two year pre-GCSE upskilling course in required subject/s
- Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications, for Progression pathway programmes within the Built Environment Faculty only
For Maths:
- A one year GCSE resit course in required subject/s
- Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications, for Progression pathway programmes within the Built Environment Faculty only
- A two year pre-GCSE upskilling course in required subject/s
- Essential Skills Wales (ESW) in Application of Number and Communications, for Progression pathway programmes within the Built Environment Faculty only
Learners studying on a Jobs Growth Wales (JGW+) programme will be timetabled into literacy and numeracy sessions. To discuss the opportunity of attending a GCSE resit programme, in addition to their JGW+ timetable, please contact skills@pembrokeshire.ac.uk
Can I do this course in Welsh?
How will I be assessed?
- Continuous assessment during the course
- Practical assessment during the course
What can I do next?
We have an excellent partnership with Careers Wales Advisors and other external agencies. They, in conjunction with college transition representatives, help learners with suitable post-college opportunities. These may include advice on living independently, employment (voluntary work) or the next steps to further their education at the College or attendance at Adult Social Activity Centres.
Do I need to bring/buy any equipment?
- Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Clothing, which you can purchase online before you start the course
- Practical/comfortable clothing for parts of the course
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Any costs above are approximate and may change.
Are there any additional costs?
- There is an annual workshop fee for this course (£20 - £60), payable before you start the course
- You can rent a locker for £10 per year this will be refunded if the locker remains undamaged and keys are returned
- You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page
Any costs above are approximate and may change.
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Sports Academy: While on this course you may be able to join our Sports Academy, if you have a talent for sport, find out what we offer on our Sports Academy page.
