Kate Scales the Study Services Manager who has specific responsibility for students with disabilities and learning difficulties. Additional support is provided where necessary throughout the admissions process. If the College considers that it cannot meet the needs of a prospective student from within its resources, the Specialist Careers Adviser will be informed so that a placement in the independent sector can be considered. Where a student is over 19 years of age, the Social Services will be informed if appropriate. Detailed consideration of further education and support needs then informs a written and agreed Support Plan which forms an assurance that the identified support will be provided.
Progression is dependent on certain criteria being met.
The College offers programmes at several levels including Entry level and pre-Entry level. Introductory courses can be made available for students who need to gain confidence before joining a more regular learning programme. Examples of introductory courses are lmprovers English, Improvers Maths, An Introduction to Computers, or for school leavers, taster days and link courses, can provide this introduction. Each student follows a programme of study based on their personal aims and individual learning needs. Where additional support needs are identified these form the basis of a Support Plan.