Supported Internships

Course Information

Introduction

Supported Internships are a structured, work-based study programme for 16-24 year olds with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), who have an education, health and care plan (EHCP).

Overview

Supported Internships are a structured, work-based study programme for 16-24 year olds with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), who have an education, health and care plan (EHCP). The aim is to support students to gain paid employment by equipping them with the skills they need for work, through learning in the workplace.

Students spend two days in the workplace learning real skills, and one day in college focusing on English, maths and employability skills.

Students are supported by our expert job coaches throughout the programme. Each individual will follow a personalised study programme alongside their time at the employer.

The internship runs for one academic year. The work placement is unpaid with the goal for successful students to secure a paid job at the end of their internship.

Who is this course for?

• Current LCC student
• Have an EHCP
• Minimum of 6 months work experience in the same field of a supported internship
• Must be an independent traveller

Benefits and skills

• Development of your confidence in an organisational setting.
• Work-based skills that are relevant to any role.
• Access to an expert team of job coaches used to working with people at all levels.
• Personalised support based on your individual needs.
• Encouragement and support with progression

Entry requirements

• Current LCC student
• Have an EHCP
• Minimum of 6 months work experience in the same field of a supported internship
• Must be an independent traveller