Pathway to Reading (EM) (LD)

Course intent

Develop your speaking and listening skills and recognition of signs/symbols through activities to build your confidence and independence in everyday life.

What will we cover?

During this course you will have the opportunity to:

• Build confidence to develop reading, speaking and listening skills 
• Recognise commonly used words and personal details 
• Understand short sentences and use punctuation 
• Blend sounds when reading a short text with a familiar topic 
• Obtain information from others, using speaking and listening skills, including social sign awareness. 
• Follow the main points and contribute to a conversation. 

  Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

  This course is for Entry Level learners with a learning disability, it is designed to help learners progress from their individual starting point to build confidence, independence, and social skills for everyday life.

You need to complete a literacy and numeracy initial assessment prior to enrolling on this course.

You must be able to follow guidance on health and safety and be ready to work as part of a group.

For more information on this or similar courses please contact our Customer Service Team on 0300 200 1044 or by emailing adultlearning@surreycc.gov.uk

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

Bring a pen and reading glasses if you use them.

If you have someone supporting you in the class, they will need to follow our guidelines for support workers and sign a Personal Assistant Agreement.

What can I do when I finish the course?

After this course you could progress to another supported learning course, or further courses with Surrey Adult Learning. We will meet with you to give information, advice and guidance on your next step.

Additional information

Bring a drink or money to buy refreshments during a short break.

How to enrol

You can't currently enrol online for this course, so please call 0300 200 1044 to express your interest or to make an enquiry for further information.

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