Nisai Learning is expanding its educational offer with the introduction of ASDAN Short Courses creating more opportunities for young people to develop practical skills, build confidence and gain recognition for achievements beyond academic qualifications.
As a new member of ASDAN, the education charity and awarding organisation, Nisai Learning will offer ASDAN’s Short Courses alongside its existing live, teacher-led online education and personalised support.
The new offer combines Nisai Learning’s 30 years of experience in inclusive, flexible education with ASDAN’s expertise in practical, skills-based learning.
Designed for learners aged 13 and over, the Short Courses combine interactive lessons, independent activities and practical projects. With guidance and support from Nisai Learning’s teachers, learners can explore subjects that reflect their interests, apply their learning to real-world challenges and work towards ASDAN certification, developing valuable skills for further education, training and employment.
Learning that connects with real life
Designed primarily for learners working at Entry Level 3 to Level 1, there are 24 ASDAN Short Courses to choose from, with subjects ranging from Esports, Animal Care and Environmental to Personal Finance and Careers and Experiencing Work. Each course can be adapted to individual abilities, interests and learning needs, and is fully integrated into a student’s personal learning programme with Nisai Learning.
Through practical challenges and projects, learners can explore issues such as sustainability and community responsibility, develop their understanding of the world of work, and strengthen ASDAN’s six core skills, such as communicating, decision making and team working. The courses encourage learners to take an active role in their education, work independently and reflect on their progress, recognising achievements beyond academic attainment.
Flexible learning, tailored to individual needs
ASDAN’s practical, project-based Short Courses complement Nisai Learning’s live online and hybrid teaching and personalised support. Teachers will help learners overcome challenges and grow in confidence and independence, while developing new skills. Additional mentoring can be provided where needed to support engagement and individual progress.
The courses will be supported by Equitas, ASDAN’s digital learning platform, which brings learning activities, evidence of achievement and progress tracking together in one place. Equitas enables educators to select and adapt practical challenges to reflect individual learners’ abilities, interests and circumstances. Learners can complete activities online, offline or through a combination of both, uploading evidence of their work and building a portfolio of achievement. ASDAN quality assures the courses and issues certificates.
This combination of live teaching, independent learning and personalised support is particularly valuable for learners with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and those who face barriers to accessing or engaging with conventional education.
A shared commitment to inclusive education
Introducing ASDAN Short Courses builds on Nisai Learning’s commitment to providing flexible, accessible and personalised education, creating more opportunities for learners to develop practical skills alongside their academic studies. Nisai Learning’s teachers are undertaking ASDAN training to support the integrated, expert delivery of all 24 Short Courses, available on Equitas, with the first six Short Courses available in November.
Dhruv Patel, founder and CEO of Nisai Learning, said: “Every learner deserves the opportunity to discover what they are capable of and have their achievements recognised. For some young people, particularly those who have faced barriers in education, developing confidence and practical skills can be just as important as achieving academic qualifications.
“Working with ASDAN gives us another way to respond to individual learners’ needs, connecting education with their interests, ambitions and future opportunities. It’s a natural fit with Nisai Learning’s commitment to making high-quality education accessible to learners who need a different approach.”
Gareth Reynolds, Director of Education and Impact at ASDAN, said: “It’s encouraging to see ASDAN Short Courses reaching more learners through Nisai Learning. Meaningful engagement is about more than logging on. Through practical challenges and opportunities to reflect, learners can take ownership of their learning, recognise their progress and build confidence in what comes next. This brings our purpose to life: to engage, elevate and empower.”
Find out more
To find out more about ASDAN Short Courses available through Nisai Learning, or to discuss support for an individual learner, contact Nisai Learning: 0208 424 8475 | info@nisai.com | nisai.com
To find out more about ASDAN’s Short Courses on Equitas, visit www.asdan.org.uk/equitas or download the Equitas information booklet.
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