E2i Entry to Independence

E2i - Entry to Independence
E2i is a three-year, full-time, flexible programme for students aged 16-25 who have mild to severe learning difficulties.

What does the course involve?
The key focus is on developing independence skills. Students are given the opportunity to develop their numeracy, literacy and social skills through a variety of different activities. These include options in different vocational areas such as catering, retail, animal and horse care and horticulture. Other sessions include sport and fitness, martial arts, art, drama and accessing the community.

What will I study?
Students have the opportunity to gain vocational/work experience and to focus on literacy, numeracy and communication skills as well as social and personal development. Students have an individual learning plan (ILP) with short-term targets; progress is reviewed after each session and progress reports are produced by tutors each term.

How is the course assessed?

• There is no assessment for this course

What else do I need to know?
Note on progression
Students may wish to progress to our Foundation Programme, to supported employment or to our broad range of part-time courses for adults. The course is open solely to young people between the ages of 16 - 25.

What other costs are there?
Supplementary Costs
Band D (£250+)

Frequently Asked Questions
Will I receive support in the classroom?
Yes. There are support workers with this group throughout the College day, including breaks and lunchtimes. Students will be individually assess to establish their support needs. One to one support will be available if approriate.

How many students are there in a class?
There is a maximum class size of 10 students.

Are there any additional costs?
Although we make every effort to keep additional costs to a minimum, there are a number of practical activities the students take part in which can cost up to £10 per week. For students on a low income, an application can be made for an Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA).

This information is believed to be correct. Cirencester College continually updates and reviews its provision to ensure that it meets the needs of the community. Therefore the right to amend, change or delete learning programmes, accreditation routes or terms and conditions relating to entitlement to study is reserved at all times. We aim to provide open access to a comprehensive range of high quality education and training for the whole community over the age of 16 regardless of race, class, belief, language, gender, sexual orientation, disability, previous educational attainment or particular circumstances.