SLES Program · Community
Community Connect
Build confidence by engaging in real-world environments.
Program overview
Community Connect is a structured program designed to support participants in building confidence and independence when accessing the community and using everyday public environments.
The program places a strong focus on travel awareness, public transport confidence, communication, social interaction, and safe community participation through guided real-world activities and practical learning experiences.
Why it helps
Bridges learning into real-life application — helping participants apply their skills in everyday community settings.
What participants gain
- Confidence using public transport and community spaces
- Communication and social interaction in public settings
- Greater independence in community participation
What you'll cover
Developing public transport awareness and travel confidence
Understanding transport routines, schedules, and safety
Practicing community access and supported travel
Participating in community outings and group activities
Building confidence using public spaces and facilities
Practicing communication and interaction in public
Shopping, ordering food, and accessing services
Understanding appropriate behaviour in the community
How it runs
Length
10-week term-based program. Participants can continue into other programs over time.
Each week
2 sessions per week, 5 hours per session, in a supportive small group.
A typical session
Structured learning and practical activities, with facilitated breaks built in.
Breaks
A 45-minute lunch break and two 15-minute tea/coffee breaks — all supervised and facilitated to support social interaction and peer engagement.
Programs are delivered as non-accredited employment and skills development programs.
About
School Leaver Employment Support (SLES)
Structured pathways supporting independence, confidence, and workplace readiness.
About the program
The School Leaver Employment Support (SLES) Program is designed to support NDIS participants and school leavers in developing practical life, community, and employment skills through structured, hands-on learning experiences.
Programs focus on building confidence, communication, independence, teamwork, workplace participation, and community engagement in supportive real-world and simulated environments.
Program structure
Participants enrol into structured 10-week term-based programs and may continue progressing through multiple programs over time based on their goals, interests, and support needs.
Programs are delivered in supportive small-group environments with practical learning activities, workplace simulations, community participation, and routine-based skill development.
Participant outcomes
Participants may develop:
- Workplace confidence and communication skills
- Teamwork and social interaction skills
- Independence and daily living skills
- Community participation and travel confidence
- Workplace readiness and employability skills
- Confidence participating in structured learning environments