Supported Learning / SEND
We offer courses specifically designed to meet the needs of students between the ages of 16 and 24 who have a learning difficulty and/or disability, and to help them reach their potential.
We offer flexible learning programmes from Pre-entry through to Level 1.
If you join one of our supported learning programmes we will support you to increase your confidence, self-esteem, self-awareness and independence. You could potentially progress onto higher level courses as well. This could include supported internships, employability skills or other courses at Nottingham College.
We will help you develop independent living and employability skills that will increase your future opportunities and help you in your everyday life.
All our programmes include employability, vocational, personal and social development, maths, English and IT skills.
We have a flexible curriculum to meet the needs of students with higher support needs, and of course having fun and accessing great experiences are a given!
Enrichment activities include: residentials within the UK and Europe, supporting environmental projects, outdoor pursuits and sports of all kinds.
Small class sizes and integrated learning support, combined with tutors with specialist training and the experience to recognise and understand your needs, helps all our supported learning students to achieve.
We have specialist resources such as: a sensory room, accessible IT facilities, and accessible sports equipment. Whatever your level of need, we will help you to enjoy your time here and to succeed.
We have a well-equipped library, and our multi-purpose vehicles are used to help promote independent travel.
My course gives me real experience within all aspects of catering. From working in the kitchens with industry standard-equipment, to preparing menu items and serving customers, everything I am learning will help me in the future. It has given me lots of confidence and my goal is to own a café one day.
Quinn Clark — Introduction to Catering and Hospitality student
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Employability Pathway – Supported Employability - Full-time
This course is perfect if you have mild learning difficulties and/or disabilities and you want to progress employment and you think you are ready to move into the world of work.
Employability Pathway (ASD) (Level 1) - Full-time
If you have higher functioning autism/aspergers syndrome and think you are ready to move onto a Level 1 course, this will aid the transition between school and college and help you adjust to the changes involved.
Employability Pathway (SEND) (Entry 2) - Full-time
If you have moderate learning difficulties and/or disabilities and would like a supportive programme, which teaches you a range of valuable skills for everyday life and independent living, then this course could be just what you are looking for.
Employability Pathway (SEND) (Entry 3) - Full-time
If you have mild learning difficulties and/or disabilities and would like to learn a range of skills including employability in a supportive environment, then this course could be perfect for you.
Employability Pathway (SEND) (Level 1) - Full-time
This course is perfect if you want to progress to higher level learning or employment and you think you are ready to move onto a Level 1 course.
Independent Living Pathway (SEND) (Entry 1) - Full-time
If you have moderate learning difficulties and/or disabilities and would like a supportive programme, which teaches you a range of valuable skills for everyday life and independent living, then this course could suit you.
Independent Living Pathway (SEND) (Lifeskills) - Full-time
If you are on the milestone continuum 5 to 8 with learning difficulties and/or disabilities and have high support needs, this course could help improve your confidence and independent living skills.
Independent Living Pathway (SEND) (Sensory Skills) - Full-time
If you are on the milestone continuum 1 to 4 with significant high support needs, this programme covers the basics of communication and helps to prepare you for life, in our multi-sensory environment.
Introduction to Creative IT and Media (SEND) (Entry 3) - Full-time
If you have mild learning difficulties and/or disabilities and would like to explore and enhance your creative IT/media skills and knowledge in a supportive environment then this course could be perfect for you.
Introduction to Hospitality and Catering (SEND) (Entry 3) - Full-time
If you have mild learning difficulties and/or disabilities and enjoy preparing and cooking food and you’d like to explore a career in the catering industry in a supportive environment, then this course could be perfect for you.
Introduction to Sport and Fitness (SEND) (Entry 3) - Full-time
If you have mild learning difficulties and/or disabilities and if you enjoy sport or exercise and would like to build a foundation of knowledge about working in the sports, fitness and leisure industry in a supportive environment, then this course…
Project SEARCH - Supported Internships - Full-time
Project SEARCH is a one-year internship program for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities.
