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Course Code | LP01356 |
Location | Northop |
Duration | Full Time, This is a full-time, one-year course, running three days a week. College days are from 9:30am to 4:45pm, finishing at 3:45 pm on Fridays. |
Department | Independent Living Skills |
Start Date | 01 Sep 2026 |
End Date | 18 Jun 2027 |
Course Overview
Are you looking to build a more independent future? Our Pathway 2 programme is designed for learners who want to lead semi-independent lives after college, with ongoing support to help you thrive. This course will empower you to develop and maintain your independence, play an active part in your community, and prepare you for a work environment.
What You'll Experience
On Pathway 2, you'll follow a diverse and engaging curriculum that focuses on your individual journey. All activities are designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and understanding you need for your next steps.
Here's a glimpse of what you'll be doing:
*Boost Your Health & Wellbeing: Learn how to take care of yourself and live a healthy lifestyle.
*Get Involved in Your Community: Discover how to actively participate and connect with others.
*Independent Living Skills: Gain essential skills for daily life, helping you become more self-reliant.
*Develop Employability Skills: Prepare for a work environment and explore different career contexts.
*Strengthen Key Skills: Improve your communication, numeracy, and digital literacy.
We believe in planning for your success from day one. You'll have an individualised timetable tailored to your specific goals, helping you progress towards your intended destination. Plus, you'll take part in person-centred reviews to track your progress and agree on exciting next steps.
Your learning journey is supported every step of the way:
*Personalised Goals: Each learner has an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) to record your unique goals and targets.
*Dedicated Support: You'll receive regular one-to-one support from your Personal Tutor to review your progress.
*Progress Coach: A Progress Coach will meet with you regularly to provide pastoral support and advocate for your needs.
What You'll Experience
On Pathway 2, you'll follow a diverse and engaging curriculum that focuses on your individual journey. All activities are designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and understanding you need for your next steps.
Here's a glimpse of what you'll be doing:
*Boost Your Health & Wellbeing: Learn how to take care of yourself and live a healthy lifestyle.
*Get Involved in Your Community: Discover how to actively participate and connect with others.
*Independent Living Skills: Gain essential skills for daily life, helping you become more self-reliant.
*Develop Employability Skills: Prepare for a work environment and explore different career contexts.
*Strengthen Key Skills: Improve your communication, numeracy, and digital literacy.
We believe in planning for your success from day one. You'll have an individualised timetable tailored to your specific goals, helping you progress towards your intended destination. Plus, you'll take part in person-centred reviews to track your progress and agree on exciting next steps.
Your learning journey is supported every step of the way:
*Personalised Goals: Each learner has an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) to record your unique goals and targets.
*Dedicated Support: You'll receive regular one-to-one support from your Personal Tutor to review your progress.
*Progress Coach: A Progress Coach will meet with you regularly to provide pastoral support and advocate for your needs.
This Pre-Entry course is intended for applicants with severe or complex, moderate learning difficulties.
Most students will be working towards Entry 1.
All applications are considered on an individual basis and offers are based on interview and a range of supporting evidence including prior achievements and a support needs assessment.
We ask all applicants to attend a taster session as part of the application process to establish their suitability, potential and additional support needs.
Learners suited to this course will have an Education plan (IDP or Education Health Care Plan) which details their additional learning needs. All plans are reviewed by our Inclusion Panel prior to acceptance on programme.
Applications for ILS programmes need to be submitted by the end of April so that we can offer learners a thorough and extensive transition into college.
Most students will be working towards Entry 1.
All applications are considered on an individual basis and offers are based on interview and a range of supporting evidence including prior achievements and a support needs assessment.
We ask all applicants to attend a taster session as part of the application process to establish their suitability, potential and additional support needs.
Learners suited to this course will have an Education plan (IDP or Education Health Care Plan) which details their additional learning needs. All plans are reviewed by our Inclusion Panel prior to acceptance on programme.
Applications for ILS programmes need to be submitted by the end of April so that we can offer learners a thorough and extensive transition into college.
Each learner has an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) that records their personalised goals and targets. Students receive regular 1:1 support from their Personal Tutor to review their progress. Individualised targets ensure progress toward Long Term destinations.
All learners are supported by a Progress Coach who will meet with learners regularly to support them with their pastoral needs and acts as an advocate for learners.
All learners are supported by a Progress Coach who will meet with learners regularly to support them with their pastoral needs and acts as an advocate for learners.
This course is a fantastic stepping stone! You could progress to a Pathway 3 programme, gain greater independence, explore supported living options, or discover a variety of work-related contexts.
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Our Open Days
Our Open Days are your chance to explore the College and find out about the range of courses we offer.
March Open Event – Bersham Road
11/03/2026
17:30
Our Open Events are the perfect opportunity for you to have a look around & get all the info you need to help you make a decision on your next step.
March Open Event – Yale & Yale Sixth
11/03/2026
17:30
Our Open Events are the perfect opportunity for you to have a look around & get all the info you need to help you make a decision on your next step.
March Open Event – Deeside & Deeside Sixth
04/03/2026
17:30
Our Open Events are the perfect opportunity for you to have a look around & get all the info you need to help you make a decision on your next step.
March Open Event – Northop
14/03/2026
10:00
Our Open Events are the perfect opportunity for you to have a look around & get all the info you need to help you make a decision on your next step.
