Moving On
About this course
What is the Moving On course?
ASDAN’s Moving On is a flexible independent living skills course for young people aged 16 and over in the UK. It supports young people preparing to live independently for the first time, including care leavers and those moving from the family home, entering supported accommodation or moving away to university.
Developed with practitioners, the course helps learners build practical skills, knowledge and confidence across housing, health and wellbeing, careers, money management and relationships.
Learners work with a trusted adult to select and personalise activities around their circumstances, goals and support needs. Moving On is delivered through five module journals and is internally signed off by the centre.
| Learner age | 16+, 16–19, 19+ |
| Level (indicative for non-regulated courses) | Entry 3, Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 |
| Key Stage | Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5 |
| Regulated | Non-regulated course |
| Certification | Externally certificated, digital or hard-copy (additional fee) |
| Location | Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England |
| UCAS points | No UCAS points available |
| Available on Equitas | No |
| Pathway | Independent Living |
Who is Moving On for?
Moving On is suitable for young people aged 16 and over who are preparing to live independently for the first time. This may include young people leaving care, moving from the family home, entering supported accommodation or moving away to university.
Learners complete the course with support from a trusted adult, such as a support worker, personal adviser, tutor, foster carer or parent.
Moving On can be delivered by local authorities, leaving care teams, care and supported accommodation providers, alternative provision, colleges and other organisations supporting young people’s preparation for adulthood.
What are the benefits of Moving On?
Moving On:
- supports young people as they prepare for adulthood and independent living
- develops practical knowledge, confidence and independent living skills
- enables learners to choose modules and activities that reflect their individual circumstances
- encourages learners to reflect on their experiences and plan their next steps
- helps young people identify and build their support networks
- recognises progress and smaller steps of achievement.
What independent living skills does Moving On cover?
Moving On is structured around five areas of independent living. These are closely linked to the key areas covered by care leaver pathway plans:
- Building a home – tenancy, home maintenance, laundry, cleaning and home safety
- Being healthy – physical health, emotional wellbeing, healthy eating and healthy living habits
- Starting your career – further and higher education, training, exploring job opportunities, applying for jobs and being an employee
- Managing money – budgeting, borrowing, saving and spending
- Relating to people – identity, healthy relationships, boundaries, support and being part of a community
Learners work with a trusted adult to select the modules and activities that are most relevant to their circumstances, needs and aspirations.
Supporting resources
Each module is presented in a separate A5 journal containing information, practical activities and reflection templates. Learners can keep their journals as a source of information and guidance for the future. Download sample pages from the Moving On module journals:
Building a home, Being healthy, Starting your career, Managing money, Relating to people
Module-specific user notes support trusted adults to deliver Moving On. These are specific to each module and include guidance on delivering the activities, how to write a reflective reference, links to additional resources and answers to the journal activities. View sample pages from the Moving On user notes
How do learners complete Moving On?
Moving On has no fixed learning-hour or challenge requirement. Learners do not need to compile a separate portfolio of evidence.
Completion of each module is demonstrated through:
- a completed module journal
- a learner module reflection
- a reflective reference from a trusted adult.
The trusted adult confirms that the learner has developed the relevant skills and knowledge. Completion is internally signed off by the centre.
Become a member
Your organisation must be an ASDAN member to deliver this programme.
Our team will discuss your learners’ needs, intended delivery and approval requirements with you.
Create a cohort
Once your organisation is approved, create a learner cohort through the members’ area.
Provide the course coordinator’s details, expected completion date and number of learners. Learners should be registered within 60 days of starting and before assessment takes place.
Resources
ASDAN provides a wide range of supporting resources, including course standards with guidance and assessment materials. All resources related to your course can be found on the course webpage.
Training for ASDAN’s Moving On programme is available on demand.
This online course is designed for trusted adults delivering Moving On. It introduces the programme and provides guidance on delivery processes, course requirements, certification and supporting learners.
Training is included as part of ASDAN membership for organisations joining or renewing after 1 April 2026, excluding tailored INSET. Separate charges may apply to organisations that have not yet joined or renewed under the current membership model.
Resources
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Moving On module journal: Building a home | £9 |
| Moving On module journal: Being healthy | £9 |
| Moving On module journal: Preparing for work | £9 |
| Moving On module journal: Managing money | £9 |
| Moving On module journal: Relating to people | £9 |
Certification
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Moving On module certificate: on completion of each module (downloadable PDF) | Free |
| Moving On course certificate: for completion of all five modules (printed by ASDAN) |
£3.75 |
Registrations and resources should be purchased through the members area of the ASDAN website
