Preparation for Independence

Preparation for Independence.  This programme is a good starting point for learners who have moderate learning difficulties or for those learners who have successfully completed our Aspire programme.
Preparation for independence is a mixture of independence and employability skills with an emphasis on developing communication, English and maths, enterprise skills for employability, and social inclusion.

Young people on this programme will take a Certificate in Independence through Gateway Qualifications and an opportunity to do a City & Guilds qualification in maths and English.  The course is a small group allowing personalised learning opportunities in a supported environment. This programme is idea to develop skills for life increase confidence and self esteem.
Preparation for Independence is a three day offer 9am - 3.45pm.

Learners will have the chance to work in the college shop as well as access other college based work experience opportunities and community action projects.


For more details contact:

Head Of Department - Cambridge Campus  - Jennifer Pryke
EHCP Manager - Sharon Baldock

Successful completion of your individualised learning journey will allow you to progress to other courses at the college, to develop new skills for greater independence and/or move towards gaining supported employment/voluntary work.

You will be assessed through a transition and induction programme which will ensure that you develop your communication, social, independence, reading, writing and numeracy skills at an appropriate level. There are no formal entry requirements for this programme and your individual learning plan will be developed to ensure that you achieve your goals. Have a keen interest in your chosen subject area.  Please note that entry criteria may vary and this will be assessed by your tutors. For this course you are likely to be working towards Entry Level 2.

We want you to achieve to the very best of your ability at CRC. To make this happen we offer both learning and personal support by specialist staff tailored to meet your specific needs. We want you to achieve to the very best of your ability at CRC. To make this happen we offer both learning and personal support by specialist staff tailored to meet your specific needs. You will complete a portfolio of work which will be assessed and you may have the opportunity to achieve nationally accredited qualifications or to develop specific individual targets through our College Certificate. You will also be assessed on your progress through a range of methods including speaking, listening, reading, writing, project based learning, video and photographic evidence.

Students who currently attend a Cambridge Area Partnership school should apply through the CAP application system, scheduled to be available shortly.

You can also apply through our online application form, or download a copy from our website www.camre.ac.uk/apply. The application form can also be found in the back of our full-time prospectus. If you need any help with applying, please contact our Cambridge Admissions Office on tel. 01223 418448.

Once we have received your application, you will be invited to attend a Welcome Event. At the Welcome Event you will meet the tutors and get the chance to learn more about college and your course. You will also have a discussion with one of our tutors who will look to make you a formal offer for September.