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SLV Horticulture  

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This course provides adults with learning differences a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful volunteer work through community gardening. Participants will cultivate both plants and connections within their community, fostering personal growth and social engagement while making a positive impact on the environment. Join us for a fulfilling and empowering experience in Volunteering in Community Gardens, where every seed planted nurtures personal growth and community connection.  

Course Summary

Starting: 

Wednesday 11 September 2024

Duration: 

38 sessions over 38 week(s)

Time: 

09:45 for 05:30 hours

Cost: 

Funding Could Be Available

Find us here

ACL Witham  
Spinks Lane  
Witham
Essex  
CM8 1EP  

 

What qualification/level is this course
Pre-entry and Entry level through to Level 1.

Who is this course for?
This course is for young people and adults aged 19+ with learning disabilities and/or Autism.

What can I expect to Learn?
Learners will explore creative and exciting ways to take pictures on their phones and tablets from experimenting with different angles to using filters and effects. Students will unleash their creativity and learn to capture unique and playful images.

How will I learn?
Your tutor will use a number of different teaching methods to develop your skills. These will include a wide range of authentic materials, individual study, working in pairs/group activities and will include the use of video/audio.

How will I know how well I am doing?
You will follow your own individual learning plan with progress recorded by tutors and yourself. Feedback will aslo be given to you during the lesson..

Will I need to do extra work at home?
You will be encouraged to use the skills you have learnt in the class at home.

What will I need to provide?
You should bring a file, paper, pen and plastic wallets to the session

Are there any other costs?
Guidance and advice will be given on an individual basis throughout the course. We can also provide information about suitable progression routes.

What can I do next?
You can progress on to other courses. Your tutor will advise as to which is the most suitable. The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work. The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers advisers. To make an appointment please call 0800 100 900 (calls are free from landlines and most mobile numbers) or visit their website https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk

Further Information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact 0345 603 7635.

 

What Next?

Please note you must be 19yrs or over to enrol.

For details on how to enrol please click here Interview Required