This qualification aims to give you knowledge of different specific learning difficulties, how they are diagnosed and how individuals can be supported.
The qualification can be used by a wide range of learners looking to improve their knowledge and awareness in this subject area.
Our programme is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to support individuals with learning disabilities in a variety of settings.
Our expert teachers will guide you through the process of understanding the needs and challenges of individuals with learning disabilities, and provide you with the tools and strategies to support their personal development and well-being.
You will be assessed using a wide range of assessment methods which willinclude:
Most people aged 19 years and over can qualify for free course fees and there are grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances.
If you don’t qualify for funding help and have to pay for course, you could pay a 25% deposit and four consecutive monthly standing order payments for the balance. The course fee must be over £100 to qualify.
For one to one advice, contact our friendly team who will assess your individual circumstances and give you the right information. You can contact them on 0191 490 2246 [email protected] or via Live Chat.
If this is a Level 3 qualification and you may qualify for free course fees and there may be grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to college, depending on your circumstances. If you already have a full level 3 qualification and are aged 19 or over you can pay the fee in full upfront and receive a 10% discount. Or you can apply for an Adult Advanced Learner Loan, a low interest loan with no upfront fees that you pay back in installments once you’re earning. For more information, come along to an Enrolment Event, call 0191 490 4627 or email [email protected]
Those aged under 18 years old are not eligible to study this course as it is a part time programme.
Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:
GCSE or equivalent at grade C or above in English and maths.
Your Curriculum Leaders are Sarah Latheron and Amanda Macdonald. They work with a very diverse team of teachers and assessors.
Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college. We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
To contact our dedicated Learning Support team email [email protected] or head to Live Chat
View or download our course guide for 16-18 year olds.