Join us live on Saturday 17 October as we celebrate graduation 2026 in Truro cathedral with the University Centre Truro & Penwith.
Progression Pathways
At Truro and Penwith College, we welcome students with additional learning support needs. Our Progression Pathways department offers a range of inclusive courses for students to gain skills for adulthood and personal progression, taking a tailored approach to individual learning needs.
Education, Support and Independence for Learners with SEND
The experienced team in Progression Pathways provides individualised support and education for young people with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), severe and moderate learning disabilities, autism, and learners who may have found traditional education difficult to access.
Our courses at the Truro and Tregye campus will help you build confidence, develop new skills and prepare for your next steps into adulthood. Depending on your individual goals, this could include becoming more independent in everyday life and the community, progressing to an alternative training provider, another College course, or working in a volunteering role or employment.
Learning often goes beyond the classroom. As a Progression Pathways student, you’ll take part in practical activities, enrichment and experiences both across the College and out in the wider community. These opportunities help you practise your skills in real situations, discover new interests and become more confident and independent.
Most importantly, you’ll be part of a welcoming and supportive College community where you can learn at your own pace and work towards your individual goals.
supported progression for your future
Most learners accessing our courses have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and we ensure the highest standard of education to meet their learning needs and future goals.
Excellent Opportunities for students to grow and progress.
Explore
Explore your interests, discover new experiences and develop skills through a broad and varied curriculum, both in College and within the wider community.
Participate
Take an active part in practical and meaningful learning, developing skills for everyday life, greater independence and preparation for adulthood.
Thrive
Build on your strengths, develop confidence and work towards your individual goals at a pace that is right for you.
Belong
Be part of College life, build friendships and relationships, have your voice heard and develop connections within your wider community.
Our Ethos
Our ethos is centred on recognising every learner as an individual, with their own strengths, interests, aspirations and support needs. We believe success looks different for everyone and should be recognised and celebrated at every level.
Through an inclusive and supportive learning environment, we provide meaningful opportunities for learners to develop their confidence, communication, independence and academic skills. Our curriculum is flexible and responsive, removing barriers to participation and enabling learners to work towards outcomes that matter to them.
Above all, we want learners to feel that they belong, that their voice matters both in college and within their chosen future destinations.
Progression and Destinations After College
Our learners work towards a range of individual destinations, shaped by their aspirations, strengths and support needs. These may include further study within our wider College provision, employment, alternative training opportunities, community-based opportunities, adult social care, or supported living.
Throughout their time with us, learners are supported to develop the skills, confidence, resilience and independence they need for their next steps. This might include developing travel and independent living skills, building social connections, volunteering in the community or taking part in work experiences, and becoming more confident in making choices and advocating for themselves.
We recognise that progression looks different for every learner. Success might mean moving on to another College course or into employment, but it can also mean greater independence, increased confidence, stronger communication, active participation in the community or being better prepared for adult life.
College has given me the confidence to be myself and follow my passion for performing. My teachers are thoughtful, funny, supportive and talented. They encourage me to achieve my best and have helped me develop my confidence and performance skills.
Natty
Progressing to the Orpheus Centre in London
