Supported Studies

Study programmes in the Supported Studies area are for learners with additional support needs who wish to continue their education in a supportive environment. Programmes aim to equip learners with the skills, confidence and capabilities required in order to reach their own goals for learning, life and work. Programme aims are achieved by:

• Development of Self Advocacy Skills


• Engagement in Community Action Projects


• Enhancement of Digital Technology Skills


• Development of Employability Skills (relevant to the individual’s intended progression pathway)


• Adapting Curriculum Activities to Suit the Interests and Needs of Learners


• Integrating a Wide Range of Enrichment Activities into the Main Curriculum


• Embedding English and Maths within all Curriculum Subjects

Course Content

Access to a wide range of specialist resources and facilities provides exciting opportunities for learners to develop their skills in an active environment. Resources include café and training kitchens, specialist workshops and facilities to support the development of horticultural skills.

Learners will have the opportunity to follow personalised learning programmes through a wide range of exciting subjects*. A practical teaching and learning method is preferred and learning takes place in both educational and community contexts.

Supported Studies Curriculum components include:

• Catering/Cookery Skills


• Media, Photography and ICT


• Horticulture


• Community Engagement


• Independent Living Skills


• Recreational and Leisure Skills


• Optional Residential Experience


• Enterprise Activities and Fundraising


• English and Maths

*Please note: Curriculum offering may vary between campuses.

Entry Requirements

Course offer is subject to a successful interview and initial assessment. In addition, learners need to show a commitment and willingness to work towards agreed goals and participate in all of the course activities.

Career Opportunities

Part-time supported, sheltered or mainstream employment.

Course Progression

Following completion of a Supported Studies programme, learners may be able to progress to further study programmes

within this area or progress to a STEPS (Supported Transition and Employment Pathways) or Learning for Living and Work

programme.

How To Apply

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:

Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL

Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN

If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.

Applying for a Full-Time course

Our term starts the week commencing 5th September 2016,
however you may have different start dates depending on the course.
You will receive the details of your first day over the summer period,
but if you are unsure please call our Course Enquiries line on (01206) 712777.

You will need to complete an application form for our full-time courses,
our full-time application form can be downloaded here:

Download Application Form - Full-Time Courses, Apprenticeships & Access Courses (PDF)

Applicants will receive an acknowledgement email or card within one week of the application being received by our Admissions team,
if you do not receive this you should contact the team on (01206) 712777 to check that your application has been received.