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Skills for Independence

Campus Milton Road Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 2

Study mode Full time

Start date Aug 2024

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Course overview

This course is for you if you need support to progress towards independent living, employment, volunteering or other services in the community.

You will learn in a supported environment and develop your communication, social skills, and improve your ability to make choices.

You will be capable of working at SCQF level 1/2 with some basic independent learning skills.

This course may last up to two years (with progression to Further Skills for Independence in year 2).

What you will learn

  • Healthy Body, Healthy Mind
  • Literacy
  • Number Skills
  • Digital Skills
  • Environmental Issues
  • John Muir Award
  • Expressive Arts
  • Planning an Event
  • Sports & Fitness

How the course is assessed

  • Your work is assessed throughout the year, there are no tests or exams on this course

Number of days per week

  • 3 days per week

Entry requirements

  • You will be invited to interview to assess your suitability for this course

Progression and Articulation Routes

  • You can progress to a second year with our Further Skills for Independence course upon successful completion of this course

Study Options

Campus Study mode Start date
Milton Road Campus Full time 26/08/24

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