Derwen College’s Learning for Life programme has been specially designed for young people who may not be ready for a full-time vocational pathway.
The Learning for Life (LfL) programme is a fun and bespoke curriculum, tailored to meet the needs of individual learners who require that little bit of extra support.
Students accessing the Learning for Life pathway could need additional support with communication, personal development, interaction, teamwork, problem solving or self-regulation skills.
Developing key skills
This bespoke, fun, programme provides learners with additional support around key skills, which might include:
Personal Development- Communication
- Interacting with others
- Making positive choices
- Problem solving
- Self-regulation
- Fine and gross motor skill development
- Sensory development
Additionally, Functional Skills (maths, ICT and English) are embedded into every aspect of the LfL pathway.
Learners take part in PSHE sessions which are appropriate to their needs, and which cover topics including:
- Online safety
- Rights and cultures
- Relationships
- Drugs
- Alcohol awareness
- Moving On
In addition to these skills, students also work on their independence skills, which can include travel training, skills in the home and skills in the community.
Progress as a Learning for Life student
Learning for Life programme students will work towards accessing a link vocational pathway of their choice. This may involve spending more time in their link pathway to learn key work skills, and possible work experience in that area.
Typical outcomes
- Core development of softer skills to support lifelong learning, including communication, interaction and positive choices.
- Possible progress towards a vocational pathway.
- Vocational qualification up to Entry Level 2 (if appropriate)
Possible next steps after college
- Voluntary work
- Local college or training programme
- Supported living
Pathways and Programmes booklet
Information about Derwen College’s provision, programmes, pathways, facilities and services is correct at the time of publication. We continually review and develop our provision and therefore reserve the right to make changes where necessary. The availability and content of particular programmes, pathways, facilities and services may change. Any provision agreed for an individual student will be subject to the terms of their individual placement and funding arrangements.