Supporting my Teen with Transitions to Adulthood

Course format:    This is an online course where you’ll learn together and take part in practical group activities, all in a relaxed and friendly environment.     Who will benefit from attending?    This course is for parents and carers who want to support their 14+ year old with planning for their post 16 and post 18 changes.    What will I learn?   

• understand a little more about brain development to understand teenage behaviour. 

• identify your role in supporting your teenager’s next steps  

• explore the training, employment and study options available to teenagers 

• look at the impact of post 16 options on finances 

• explore how to help your teen to have a positive online presence  

• Understand how to support your young person to plan for the development of life skills, such as finances 

• find out where to go for further help, advice and support   

 How long is the course?    This is run as 5x 2-hour sessions, with some activities to do at home to help you practise your skills.    Will I be assessed?    You will be required to complete some paperwork during this course. This will record and support your learning journey and successes.    Entry Requirements: FaCL courses are funded by the UK government via the Adult Skills Fund. Courses are no cost to learners who meet our eligibility criteria.  Learners must be aged 19+ on 31 August of the academic year, have a Wiltshire postcode and meet certain residency requirements. They must also be able to tick one of the following criteria:

• On a lower income (individual income less than £25,750 a year)

• In receipt of benefits (other than child benefit)

• Care leaver, refugee, foster carer, carer, military family / ex-armed forces personnel
• Have a learning difficulty or disability
• Have school aged children who receive means-tested free school meals.

• Not in work and looking to go into work, now or in the future.

If you are unsure if you are eligible, we are always happy to talk things through carefully. To book a place, please give us a ring on 01225 770 478. Please get in touch if you have any questions. We will look forward to hearing from you. https://www.facebook.com/Wiltsfamilylearning