Full-Time Foundation Course for Sensory Impairment
Vocational qualification
In Rhondda Cynon Taff
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Location
Rhondda cynon taff (Wales)
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Duration
1 Year
This is a full-time course for students with a visual or hearing impairment, but it includes those who have an additional disability. Students study for a range of entry level qualifications and activities aimed at developing independent living skills and promoting self-confidence. It is particularly suitable for those who require specialist support due to communication difficulties or visual.
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About this course
There are no formal entry requirements but an ability to study at Entry Level 1 or above will be required. You will be invited to attend an informal interview.
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Course programme
This is a full-time course for students with a visual or hearing impairment, but it includes those who have an additional disability. Students study for a range of entry level qualifications and activities aimed at developing independent living skills and promoting self-confidence. It is particularly suitable for those who require specialist support due to communication difficulties or visual impairment, and would benefit from being taught in a small group.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements but an ability to study at Entry Level 1 or above will be required. You will be invited to attend an informal interview.
What will I study?
You will study: Edexcel Certificate in Life Skills; Edexcel Literacy and Numeracy; OCN Braille Reading & Writing (where applicable); OCN Introduction to Cookery and OCN Information Technology.
How will I be assessed?
You are taught and assessed through the medium of Braille or British Sign Language. In most qualifications assessment is through course work.
Career Opportunities & Progression
Where applicable you will be able to access mainstream classes on a part-time basis. You will receive Specialist Careers advice from Careers Wales.
Length
1 year
Attendance
Full-Time
Campus
Pontypridd
Full-Time Foundation Course for Sensory Impairment