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  • Starts 1 September 2025
  • London Road Campus
  • 1 Year
  • Vocational Full Time
  • FLR0ASD(2526)

ASDAN Raising Aspirations is a formal Entry 3 qualifcation designed for students with Additional Learning Support which covers the following modules:

  • Awareness of the Working World
  • Being Independent
  • Engaging with My Community
  • Looking after Myself

Students will also undertake an Enterprise Project and begin to gain work experience. Students on our ASDAN qualifications undertake functional skills in English and maths.

  • Who is it for?

    For many students, coming to college is a big step. It is a transition which involves many changes, new levels of independence, and new responsibilities. It will mean students having a greater level of decision making as they progress towards a more independent way of learning and living.

    Our pathways help students with Additional Learning Support needs progress to their next steps. Our specifically designed small group programmes are supported by our dedicated staff. Our team recognise the barriers that can be presented in transitioning to further education and will work with you individually to help you on your journey with Shrewsbury Colleges Group.

  • What does the course involve?

    An exciting course that aims to support students as they begin their journey into further education and are working towards Entry 1 or above. 

    Students will be helped to develop:

    • Self-awareness
    • Positive behaviour
    • Intrinsic motivation
    • Good social communication skills
    • Independence
    • A positive mental attitude
    • Self-esteem
    • Confidence mapping
    • Initial assessment

    In addition, students will engage in small group work supporting them with their cognition and learning; social and emotional needs and their communication and interaction.

  • What do I do next?

    You can apply online via the APPLY button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our open evenings, ring the Admissions Department on 01743 653111, or email admissions@scg.ac.uk

Preparation Routes

  • 16-18 ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

    Starts 1 September 2025

    London Road Campus

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  • ASDAN

    Starts 1 September 2025

    London Road Campus

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  • College Ready Programme

    Starts 1 September 2025

    London Road Campus

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  • DFN Project Search; ESS Compass Group at RAF Cosford

    Starts 1 September 2025

    Offsite

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  • DFN Project Search; Shrewsbury Hospital

    Starts 1 September 2025

    Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

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  • Supported Internship

    Starts 1 September 2025

    London Road Campus

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  • Bookkeeping & Accounting Info Evening
    16 January 2025 - 5.00pm-7.00pm Book
  • Project Search Supported Internship Information Evening
    28 January 2025 - 5.00pm-6.00pm Book
  • Open Evening: English Bridge Campus #3
    4 February 2025 - 5.00pm-7.00pm Book
  • Open Evening: Welsh Bridge Campus #3
    4 February 2025 - 5.00pm-7.00pm Book
  • Open Evening: London Road Campus #2
    13 February 2025 - 5.00pm-7.00pm Book
  • Discover Apprenticeships
    13 February 2025 - 5.00pm-7.00pm Book
  • SCG Taster: Preparation Routes
    19 March 2025 - 4.30pm-6.00pm Book
  • Apprenticeship Taster Sessions
    5 April 2025 - 9.00am-11.00am Book