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Preparing for Adulthood (Pathways)

Pathways Personal Progress students at Central Bedfordshire College (CBC).

Overview

Preparing for Adulthood (Pathways)

The Preparing for Adulthood course is designed for learners who are aged between 16 and 25 and have a special educational Needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The course main focus is to help the transition of learners who need structure and routine to enable them to thrive. This course can be a progression route for learners who have been on a school links course, or an entry course for learners coming to us straight from school.

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Course details

Entry requirements

The Preparing for Adulthood course is designed for learners who are aged between 16 and 25 and have a special educational Needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The course main focus is to help the transition of learners who need structure and routine to enable them to thrive. This course can be a progression route for learners who have been on a school links course, or an entry course for learners coming to us straight from school.

Course content

Staff will support learners to continuously progress throughout the year and ensure that they are offered the opportunities to meet their full potential. Learners will be supported to build on existing skills in preparation for adulthood.

Preparing for Adulthood is a course designed to build confidence, motivation and independence skills.

Subjects include independence and life skills, Community activities, enterprise, healthy lifestyles, PPD and more.

Maths and English are a key part of the timetable, and taught in a functional and enjoyable way by the same Tutor who teaches the course.

The curriculum has an emphasis on the skills needed for the learners to become more independent, and to move on to the next level of education; with this in mind they are offered taster sessions in the vocational subjects during the summer term.

Learners attend College for three days each week, 9am – 4pm. Group sizes are usually around eight learners.

Learners will be working on gaining an Entry level certificate in Independent living. Progress will be monitored using the RARPA process where personal targets will be set and regularly reviewed with the learner, parents, carers and other professionals.

Next steps

What options are there after completing this course?

As in all courses in College, there is a focus on progression and the course aims to prepare for their next step whether this is a further course at College or other services.

Additional information

Coming to College is a full time commitment and you will need to ensure that you have factored in the cost of travelling to College and potentially to a local work placement. If you are concerned about this, please click here to see what financial support is available through our Student Services team.

We may request contributions are made to trips and outings.

Available Courses
Central Bedfordshire College Dunstable Main Campus
Starts: 08/09/2025
Type: Full Time
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

Additional Learning Support

If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.

Financial Support

For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.

Accessibility

We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.

 

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.