Supported Internship

Over one academic year, interns will undertake three work placements for four days each week. During the placement periods they will spend one day a week in college. 

Whilst in college they will undertake employability skills training and relevant English and Maths. 

At the start and end of each placement there will be some time spent in college preparing for placements and reviewing them. 

Students are set individualised targets to help them build their skills and be better prepared for work and life after college. 

Young people with disabilities and additional needs who hold an Education, Health and Care Plan who want to move into employment and need extra support to do so. 

Students are set individualised targets to help them;

• develop the skills valued by employers;
• enabling them to demonstrate their value in the workplace; and
• developing confidence in their own abilities to perform successfully at work
• building up experience for a CV
• improving skills in English and maths that enable the young person to be better prepared for work, #
• interacting with the public,
• practising interview skills
• becoming independent travellers

3 work placements throughout the year. 

Employment

Supported Apprenticeship

The opportunities for intern are varied. Previous placements have been in range of sectors, including; 

• catering
• hospitality
• retail
• leisure
• care
• estates management

There are no fees for this course. 

This programme is part funded by the Department for Work and Pensions. 

Awarding Body:
Bournemouth & Poole College

Qualification:
College Certificate

Curriculum Area:
Foundation Studies