Independent Living-Community
Join us in this course to learn essential skills for thriving in your community! Learn what is available in your local community and where to go for help and support. Get ready to enhance your social and life skills to become more self-sufficient and empowered in your community!
Course Summary
Starting:
Monday 15 September 2025
Duration:
12 sessions over 12 week(s)
Time:
10:00 for 05:00 hours
Cost:
Funding May Be Available
Find us here
ACL Maldon
Carmelite Hse, White Horse Ln
Maldon
Essex
CM9 5FW
What Will Happen At My First Lesson
The first week of your course will include Study Skills. The Study Skills session will give you the opportunity to discover the best way that you can learn and fully understand the requirements of the course. This will include reading and agreeing to the learner charter, setting class rules and understanding boundaries within college.
Qualification Aim/Level
Entry level through to Level 1.
Who is this course for?
Young people and adults aged 19+ with learning disabilities and/or Autism who are looking to move into Independent or supported living.
What can I expect to Learn?
You will gain knowledge and abilities to independently navigate services and facilities. By completing this qualification, you will increase your independence and improve your knowledge of your local area.
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. You will also have the opportunity to use online learning technologies to develop your skills.
How will I know how well I am doing?
You will follow an individual learning plan which will track your achievements and work towards a qualification.
Will I need to do extra work at home?
You are expected to make use of the skills learnt in college at home and in the work place.
What will I need to provide?
You should bring a folder, pen, money for lunch or a drink and wear appropriate clothing.
Are there any other costs?
Occasional funds will be needed for outings or events.
What can I do next?
Your tutor will be pleased to discuss other courses that might assist your progression in this subject. You can also make an appointment with an ACL Career and Skills progression advisors to discuss your next steps.?For information on ACL courses please see http://www.aclessex.com/ 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 7638
What Next?
Please note you must be 19yrs or over to enrol.
For details on how to enrol please click here 
Join us in this course to learn essential skills for thriving in your community! Learn what is available in your local community and where to go for help and support. Get ready to enhance your social and life skills to become more self-sufficient and empowered in your community!
Course Summary
Starting: |
Monday 15 September 2025 |
Duration: |
12 sessions over 12 week(s) |
Time: |
10:00 for 05:00 hours |
Cost: |
Funding May Be Available |
Find us here
ACL Maldon
Carmelite Hse, White Horse Ln
Maldon
Essex
CM9 5FW
What Will Happen At My First Lesson
The first week of your course will include Study Skills. The Study Skills session will give you the opportunity to discover the best way that you can learn and fully understand the requirements of the course. This will include reading and agreeing to the learner charter, setting class rules and understanding boundaries within college.
Qualification Aim/Level
Entry level through to Level 1.
Who is this course for?
Young people and adults aged 19+ with learning disabilities and/or Autism who are looking to move into Independent or supported living.
What can I expect to Learn?
You will gain knowledge and abilities to independently navigate services and facilities. By completing this qualification, you will increase your independence and improve your knowledge of your local area.
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. You will also have the opportunity to use online learning technologies to develop your skills.
How will I know how well I am doing?
You will follow an individual learning plan which will track your achievements and work towards a qualification.
Will I need to do extra work at home?
You are expected to make use of the skills learnt in college at home and in the work place.
What will I need to provide?
You should bring a folder, pen, money for lunch or a drink and wear appropriate clothing.
Are there any other costs?
Occasional funds will be needed for outings or events.
What can I do next?
Your tutor will be pleased to discuss other courses that might assist your progression in this subject. You can also make an appointment with an ACL Career and Skills progression advisors to discuss your next steps.?For information on ACL courses please see http://www.aclessex.com/ 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 7638
What Next?
Please note you must be 19yrs or over to enrol.