About the course
This is an Entry Level 1 course, offered over 3.5 days per week. The curriculum has been developed around life and personal skills specifically for students with moderate to severe learning difficulties. As well as work in the classroom and on the practical units at Myerscough, the course includes a number of out of College visits to complement the community and leisure module.
Key Information
Location: Preston Campus
Course length: One Year (35 weeks)
Start date: September 2025
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Course Modules
Developing Communication Skills
Developing Number Skills
Looking after and Caring for Animals
Looking and Acting the Part
Personal Presentation
Practical and vocational skills
Understanding What Money is Used for
Entry requirements & additional information
Students need to be over 16 and have an interest in a practical subject to qualify for the course. No previous qualifications are required and the College provides support for those who have learning difficulties and disabilities.
On completion of the course it may be possible to progress onto either of our Skills for Working Life courses.
Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear for practical elements. Suitable clothing and footwear for sporting activities as part of the Leisure module.
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.