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Local Study Programmes Offering Employability Support

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You can enrol in a study programme if you want to continue studying while building on employability skills.

A study programme is something you can take after your GCSEs, often alongside a regular further education course. They are tailored to your individual needs so will vary depending on the support you want. These help to prepare you to continue studying or to enter employment. To find out more about study programmes, visit UCAS' study programmes page [External Link].

Local Study Programmes

Sutton and District Training

Sutton and District training runs a provision called 'STEPS' for young people with additional needs. Their tailored provision for students with additional needs focuses on 'Preparation for Adulthood' goals, enhancing confidence and coping skills. STEPS is ideal for students who are unsure of what vocational pathway they wish to take. It aims to make the transition between education and employment easier. You do not need to have an EHC plan to be enrolled. For more information about STEPS, visit the Sutton and District Training Website [External Link].

Orchard Hill

Orchard Hill College run WorkStart courses. These allow you to complete work experience alongside qualifications. There are many pathways you can take as part of your WorkStart course depending on your needs. To learn more, visit WorkStart's directory page.

The South Thames Colleges Group

The South Thames Colleges Group consists of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College.

We all work very closely with the Local Authority and the Preparing for Adulthood Agenda to provide a much needed and high quality provision for South West London.

We welcome all learners to our fully inclusive environment and provide guidance and support to ensure that our young people are successful in their chosen pathways.

There are three main pathways for learners requiring additional learning support:

  1. Study programmes with learning support

  2. Supported Learning (discrete provision for learners with learning difficulties and disabilities)

  3. The Aurora Centre for students with autistic spectrum disorder and complex needs

To find out more about the support you can receive, visit the South Thames College group's Local Offer [External Link].

Nescot College

Nescot College offers a wide range of courses to learners of all abilities. They have different pathways to ensure that individual needs are met. To find out more about the support Nescot offer, visit Nescot's SEND information page [External Link].