Support for adult learners

Adult Success Coaches

The Adult Success Coaches are here to help all Adult Learners whilst they are studying at Petroc college.

Our aim is to support you in your learning, engagement, and progression with your course.

We are delivering weekly sessions but are also available to chat 1:1 about any support needs you may have and offer bespoke advice and guidance.

Areas we can help with:

Supporting in literacy and numeracy skills
Offer strategies to help with exam stress and anxiety
Support with exam preparation and revision techniques
Organisation and time management skills
Employability skills
Self-development such as confidence, tackling procrastination and general wellbeing
We can also signpost you to relevant teams if we are unable to help in the capacity you require

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us:

Lauren Smart

Rebecca Merrick

Tonia Huckstep

adultsuccesscoaches@petroc.ac.uk

Or drop in to LSF23 to see us in person.

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Adult Mental Health Support

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Self support for anxiety

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Relationships and Abuse

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