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ASDAN Entry Level 3 Certificate in Personal and Social Development

About the course

This is an entry level 3 course offered over 3.5 days per week. The content has been developed around preparation of life and work, independent living and personal and social development. The course is aimed at young people with moderate learning difficulties. As well as work at College and on the practical units at Myerscough, the course includes consideration of the environmental issues around College, community projects, at Beacon Fell for example, taking part in a range of sports and developing skills for work.

Personal Learning and Thinking Skills
Year 1

Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

Year 1

Preparation for Work

Community Action

Personal Safety in the Home and Community

Managing Money

Making the Most of Leisure Time

Individual Rights and Responsibilities

Healthy Living

Entry requirements & additional information

Entry requirements

Students need to be over 16 and have an interest in a practical subject to qualify for the course. No previous qualifications are required. The College provides learning support for those who have learning difficulties and disabilities.

Progression

On completion of the course it may be possible to progress onto either of our Skills for Working Life courses.

Special requirements

Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear for practical elements.

Foundation Learning

We provide a range of Foundation Learning full-time and part-time courses for students with additional needs. Our aim is to help students develop a range of important skills - social, academic and vocational - whilst providing the support and encouragement for them to grow in confidence and express their personality. View our Foundation Learning Presentation here!

The Foundation Learning team has built up an excellent reputation over many years for successfully working with students who have a wide range of learning difficulties and disabilities.

Dedicated learning facility

At Myerscough, we understand the importance of catering to individual needs. Our dedicated foundation learning building features customised classrooms and facilities to ensure all students are able to participate fully in their chosen programme.

Myerscough College Foundation Learning - support staff

Dedicated support staff

The experience of our learners is vital and we do all we can to support any additional needs. Our expert support staff, as well as those who assist us from the Learning Support team, ensure each student can achieve to their true potential on the programme.

Myerscough College Foundation Learning gardening

Access to vocational areas

As well as our own customised centre, students on our foundation programme are able to access facilities in a variety of our vocational areas to develop their skills. Whether it's working with animals in our Animal Studies Centre, or using the College gardens to learn about plants and nature - our learners can get involved.