Supported Internship – for students with an EHCP

Course Overview

Course Type:

Full Time

Available at:

Southampton

Eastleigh

Course Area:

Foundation incl ESOL English & Maths

Course Duration:

1 Year

Available at:

Southampton

Eastleigh

The Course in Detail

This is a one year programme for students with moderate learning disabilities/difficulties who are ready to go to work with support.

You will need to be very serious about obtaining and maintaining a job as this is a specialised work focused route. During the course you will spend the majority of your time in a substantial, unpaid work placement, with the right amount of support to help you achieve and be confident in the world of work.

Entry Requirements & Progression

What You'll Need

These programmes are designed for students with a learning difficulty and/or disability or for students who would like support to access employment.

Following application, successful candidates will be invited to an interview to discuss the appropriate level.

This course is only for learners aged 16-18 or 19-24 with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Students to be fully funded for the course need to have an EHCP between the ages of 19 and 24. The recommended minumum age is 18.

This Could Lead to

This programme will give you the experience, training, support and skills needed to go into the workplace. It takes place predominantly in the workplace. It is designed for learners who are ready and keen to gain paid employment. This is a specialised work focused route into employment, therefore requires all participants to be serious about maintaining a job, your job coach will support and guide you. You will learn skills bespoke to your work environment and placement with the support of your job coach and employer. You will develop your maths and English for functional work placed essential skills required. The programme will develop your confidence, motivation and workplace skills, knowledge and behaviours to be able to gain paid employment. During the course you will spend the majority of your time in a substantial, unpaid work placement, with the right amount of support to help you achieve and be confident in the world of work.

Availability & Enrolment

College Life & Student Support Services

College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.

Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.