Supported Internship

• Study mode: Full Time
• Duration: Supported Internship
• Student type: School Leavers
• Course code: A0561/101

The Supported Internship programme mainly occurs in the workplace, helping learners to gain a multitude of skills in a real life work environment.

Learners are using the skills, knowledge and behaviours previously gained and applying them in a range of external businesses, and in their transition into independence. Learners will develop their employability skills, independence, health and wellbeing, and independent travel and getting to know their local community. The one-year course will profoundly focus on careers, regional employment needs and applying for realistic work opportunities.

The course is designed so that learners will experience meaningful work placements in external businesses within the community. The students attend college one day a week for tutoring, where they engage in classroom and practical based activities. The fundamentals of this programme are to develop workplace skills, to ensure learners are ready for work and independent living. They will develop solutions to challenges, learn how to deal with conflict, develop communication skills, and develop professional manners and behaviours.

Entry requirements

Learners on this programme must be able to travel independently. To study this course you must also have an EHCP.

Costs

This course is free for students aged 16 or over but under 19 on 31 August 2026. For adults (aged 19+) this course is partially funded by the Government, depending on circumstances you may be eligible for full funding. To be eligible for funding, you must be a UK resident or have lived in the country for three or more years. Find out more here