Life Skills
Independent Living
Students will study various skills needed to become more independent which includes, budgeting, kitchen hygiene and preparation of meals. Personal safety which includes looking at the dangers and risks in our
community, at home and in the work-place.
You will be using numeracy training for practical use and you will learn how
to budget and use timetables.
Community Inclusion
This module covers becoming a part of your
community. It involves using community facilities and public transport. Being safe in the community is very important. Travel training and using public transport is integrated into the course.
Social Participation
You will have the opportunity to visit places
of interest such as museums. Take part in
leisure activities including cinema, bowling,
theaters, overnight trips, evenings out, pubs and restaurants and nights out with your class mates. You will also take part in presentations in
Personal Development
Along with continuing your academic success, this course enables you to grow and mature. We want to make each of our students as independent as they can be. You will be ready to make important life choices. You will be following your own individualised plan, fully supported by staff so you
can achieve your full potential. At the end of this course you will have a better
understanding of your rights and responsibilities. You will take part in the sexuality and relationship programme which is about your body and the different types of relationships that you may have in your life, now or in the future. We will also support you with traveling independently.
Self-Care
Becoming as independent as possible in caring for oneself, such as personal appearance and personal hygiene. It involves looking at health and exercise and the importance of healthy eating. Personal identity, relationships and sexuality are an integral part of this module.
Workshops led by professionals in different
areas including:
• Mental health
• Physical health
• Well-being
Leisure, Arts and Culture
Skills for Life students are active and supported in a variety of activities. Our students are actively involved with the
Health and Leisure students in MTU where they participate in a variety of activities such as sports, nature studies, the gym and adventure sports.
Future Options/Work Experience
This module involves identifying what is work &how to get a job. It looks at writing a CV & learning interview skills. As part of the course each student will complete a work placement in third year.
Technology
Each individual in the programme will have access to their own iPad for the entire duration of the course. Technology skills aims to provide students with the up to date skills necessary to use technology independently. Daily use of smart phones, ATM card, internet and using social media.