The ASDAN programme provides learners with meaningful, personalised learning opportunities that develop confidence, independence and essential life skills. ASDAN is a nationally recognised education charity and awarding organisation, that delivers flexible, skills-based courses designed to support learners with additional support needs. Through practical, experimental learning, students develop six core skills including:
Communication
Teamwork
Problem Solving
Self-management
Learning
Participation
The Personal Development (SCQF Level 2) course aims to enable learners to develop knowledge of self and their own development needs through self evaluation and review. This course also develops self-reliance and self confidence through supported and independent learning. Learners will demonstrate the ability to obtain and use information, further developing organisational skills and interpersonal skills.
All awards reflect Curriculm for Excellence values, purposes and principles. They offer flexibility, provide more time for learning, more focus on skills and applying learning, and scope for personalisation and choice.
Progression: This Award or its Units may provide progression to:
other Units, Awards and Courses at SCQF Level 2
Personal Development Award at SQCF Level 2
Steps to Work, Employability and Wellbeing Awards at SCQF Level 3
further study, employment and/or training