Southampton Directory | Training and Employment

For young people with Special Educational needs and Disabilities, finding training and employment can be a challenge.

Under the new SEND reforms some young people will be able to continue to receive support through an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) beyond school age.

EHCPs will apply to those young people who are remaining in education or training, or undertaking an apprenticeship up to the age of 25 – they are therefore not limited to school life, in the same way that Statements are.

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Further education in school or college
Many children with special needs or disabilities benefit greatly from further education, whether they remain in their school to attend the sixth form or move on to a college. Schools and colleges can offer various courses to suit the needs of young people with special…
Training or apprenticeships
Training and apprenticeship schemes aim to provide a smooth transition from education into employment; they can be very valuable for young people with special needs and disabilities, to further develop their life and work skills. If a young person wishes to look into this option…
Employment (including supported employment)
Young people are able to enter employment (including supported employment) once they leave school if they choose to do so; however, up until the age of seventeen years they must also remain in at least part-time education or training. If a young person wishes to…
Higher Education support
Students living in England who are accessing higher education can apply for a Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) if they have a: Disability Long-term health condition Mental health condition Specific learning difficulty, such as dyslexia. The amount of support received through the DSA depends on individual…

Training and Employment

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