This study programme is for students with an EHCP who are ready/almost ready for the world of work. It is a supported transition from education into employment and is considered to be a student's final year in education.
During your Supported Internship, you will gain practical work-based experience with an employer, providing a smooth transition from education to paid employment and/or further study. Each Supported Internship is tailored to your individual needs, to help you develop the skills needed to gain paid employment.
Each student's Supported Internship is a bespoke study programme consisting of 1 day in college and 2-4 days (16 hours) in the work place.
During your time at Conway Park, you will study:
- Employability Skills
- Maths & English
- Tutorials
Students are matched to work placements that are sourced from a wide range of industries and students are supported as much or as little as required over the course of the academic year by a Job Coach until they are able to fulfil a job description supplied by the employer.
We work with employers in a wide variety of industries including: Care, Catering, Retail, Planning, Engineering, Administration, Motor Vehicle and many more.
Supported Internships are always set up with the intention and the understanding from the employer that if and when the student is able to fulfil the job description they will be taken on as a paid employee.
80% of our supported interns have secured paid employment at the end of their internship over the last 3 years.
If the student does not receive a job offer we will put a 'next steps'meeting in place to signpost to alternative options including getting support from the DWP or external agencies.
Regardless of the outcome all interns will benefit from an employer reference and significant work experience.
This is a Study Programme for students who are 16-24 years of age, with an Educational Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
An initial interview and assessment will ensure you are put in a class at the right level. These levels are Entry Level 3, Level 1 and Level 2.
If English is not your first language, you may need an assessment before
enrolling on this course. To discuss further, please contact the ESOL department
on 0151 551 7144.
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If you are aged 16-18:
Free
This study programme is free for students, who are aged 16-18 on 31 August, and students aged 19-24 with an Education, Health & Care Plan.
If you are aged 19 or over:
Did you know that many of our courses are free for students aged 19 and above?
Find out if you are eligible for free funding here, or contact our student service team on 0151 551 7777.
If you are required to pay a fee you may be entitled to an Adult Learner Loan or other financial support. For more information on support available visit Bursaries and Loans. We also allow payment by instalments for some courses.
The fee quoted is for the academic year 24/25.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services via our online enquiry form