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Foundation Learning & Skills for Life

This qualification includes a broad range of skills which will support a learner’s personal growth and increase their independence in adult life, including areas such as independent travel, self-advocacy, personal safety and developing relationships. Units can be combined in any way enabling the recognition of highly individualised achievements in areas of personal significance to learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

  • Entry requirements

    You should have an interest in the subject area you are applying for. There are no formal entry requirements but we will assess your level of English and maths to make sure you are working at Entry Level 3 or above. This is to ensure you are able to meet the course requirements.

  • Who is the course for?

    This qualification has been designed for learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.

  • Study methods

    A variety of teaching methods including classroom and IT suite teaching.

  • How is the course assessed?

    A portfolio of evidence

  • More information

    Learners must achieve 21 credits in total.
    Qualification will be timetabled 4 - 5 Days a week, from 9.00 – 17.00.
    Students will be expected to have A4 lined paper, pens and pencils and a ring binder.
    All course enquires can be made to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Where Next – Job Opportunities

    Sustained Employment, External Training Programmes and Supported Living.

  • Where Next – Further Studies

    Further Education

  • How to apply

    To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit

    OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
    When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.

Course starting Sep 2024

Starts 2 September 2024

Duration 1 Year(s)

Location Harrow Weald Campus

Days/Time Monday,Tuesday,Thursday,Friday
09:00 - 17:00