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ASSISTED PROGRAMMES (SKILLS FOR LIFE, TRANSITION, PREP FOR FE)

  • Start date:   August 2026
  • Level of Qualification:   SCQF Level 2
  • Course Type:   Full-time

ASSISTED PROGRAMMES (SKILLS FOR LIFE, TRANSITION, PREP FOR FE)

Please note: This course is now full. Alternatively, you can browse the website for other courses or contact our Enquiries and Admissions team at choosecollege@west-lothian.ac.uk

Assisted programmes courses support students with additional support needs to reach their goals; whether this is preparation for volunteering, employment or further study. For school leavers, assisted programmes courses can provide the next step from school to becoming more independent, through a less formal environment.

SKILLS FOR LIFE

Start date - August 2026   
End date - June 2027  
SCQF Level -  2  
Mode - Full time    
Days: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday   
Times:  9.15am-4pm 
Duration:  August until June  

TRANSITION IN ACTION 

Start date - August 2026   
End date - June 2027  
SCQF Level -  3 
Mode - Full time    
Days: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday   
Times:  9.15am -4pm 
Duration:  August until June 

PREPERATION FOR FURTHER EDUCATION/EMPLOYABILITY  

Start date - August 2026  
End date - June 2027   
SCQF Level -  3 & 4 
Mode - Full time    
Days:  TBC   
Times: 9.15am - 4pm 
Duration:  August until June

 

  • Why choose this course

    Transition in Action - One exciting part of the course is The Welcome Market, a student-run weekly pop-up shop selling discounted goods to the college community, where you'll gain key skills in customer service, numeracy and communication with customers across the college. It's a great way to practice real-world skills in a supportive environment.  

    Skills for Life - You'll learn important skills for living independently with support and get to join in on activities across the college and hear from guest speakers. You will hear form different people and the jobs they have. For example, you might meet the local police officer who can tell you how to keep safe or have a taster session across the college for example in childcare or construction.  

    Preparation for Further Education/Employability - You will have a range of opportunities to work with others both in college and also with external groups. The goals of the Preparation for Further Education/Employment course is to prepare you for your next step and we will work with you on an individualised basis where possible to plan your learning journey.  

Interview Arrangements

We will invite you in for an informal chat.  

Our lecturers work closely with each student to identify their strengths and consider any barriers to securing employment. For some, confidence building and managing a new situation is the initial goal and for others who are clear on what they want to do, the goal is to gain experience in the workplace.

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