Supported Learning SCQF 1,2 & 3 (Fort William, Portree, Stornoway, Thurso and Ullapool) Access
Study mode: You study most days of the week and complete all course units /modules in the standard time., You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time.
Course type: Access
Study at: Fort William; Portree; Stornoway; Thurso; Ullapool
Start in: August
Learning mode: You attend classes in person at the local campus or learning centre.
Duration: Full time: 1 academic year, Part time: 1 academic year
How: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable.
What is special about this course?
The Supported Learning Programme is designed for individuals with recognised support needs who want to grow, learn, and connect in a welcoming and inclusive environment. You can choose to attend some or all classes across a variety of subjects, while also taking part in fun, creative, and social activities. It's a great opportunity to develop new skills and spend time with friends in a friendly, supportive setting. This course offers a positive, empowering space where students with additional support needs can learn, achieve, and thrive.
Our classes are thoughtfully designed to help you reach your full potential by building confidence, independence, and practical knowledge through a wide range of engaging topics. We focus on real-life, relevant experiences that build on your existing skills and achievements, while also introducing new challenges and opportunities.
Our dedicated lecturers are here to support you every step of the way, helping you develop the tools to form healthy relationships, contribute to your community, and move forward in both life and work.
- No formal qualifications are required
- Ability to communicate
- Ability to understand and follow instructions
- Ability to understand and follow Health, Safety and Hygiene policies
An informal interview or activity with the course lecturer may take place to give the learner and carers, as appropriate, the chance to identify interests, skills, readiness for college, support needs and suitability of available classes.
Carers/Support Workers will be asked to confirm that they have a current PVG in place and will be required to sign the Role of Third-Party Support Workers in College document.)
Depending on classes attended, students will achieve one or more units ranging from levels 1-3 dependant on ability. All units are designed to are designed to encourage learners to develop confidence, and independence and to communicate and respond to others in their own way. Learners will have the chance to take part in a range of new and familiar activities, and to experience and contribute to their community in various ways.
Learners will have the opportunity to discuss personal interests, goals and aims and will work towards agreed individual targets which reflect their needs and wishes and respond to Curriculum for Excellence principles.
The classes running will change each year but may offer examples of the following:
- Art and Design
- Life in Another Country
- Digital Photography
- Computing
- Craft with Enterprise
- Hobbies and Interests
- Gardening Skills
- Personal Health
- Safety & Security
- Social Events
- Performance
How will I study my course?
- Full Time
- Part Time
All classes are taught face-to-face. Students who require a Support Worker must have them attend during their days in college, this must be put in place before starting the course.
How long will my course last?
1 Academic Year- Fort William
- Portree
- Stornoway
- Thurso
- Ullapool
Fees
Find out more about fees, fee waivers and funding options.
What can I do on completion of my course?
- Students can return each year and continue to develop their skills, working on different levels as appropriate.
- Students may want to progress onto a Level 4 Access course, such as Pathways, if available in the area.
- Students may want to take on volunteering roles or enter the world of work.
Apply for Supported Learning SCQF 1,2 & 3 (Fort William, Portree, Stornoway, Thurso and Ullapool) Access
We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI North, West and Hebrides. UHI North, West and Hebrides operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.