Preparation for college, university or the workplace

Who is suitable for preparation for college, university or the workplace services?

Our preparation for college, university or the workplace services are suitable for all young people with or without special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) who are considering:

• College
• Sixth-form
• Apprenticeships
• Traineeships
• University
• Diplomas
• Employment

SEND includes mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression. Our services are suitable for young people aged 16 - 25 in employment, training and further education.

Our clinical psychologist, Sarah C, supporting a student starting a new university

What happens prior to preparation for college, university or the workplace services?

We provide a broad range of preparation for college, university or the workplace services following an initial discussion, please see our process below.

What happens during preparation for college, university or the workplace services?

Our preparation for college, university or the workplace services are available on an individual, group and whole school level.

For individuals

Our preparation for college, university or the workplace services are bespoke according to a young person’s circumstances and needs which means that sessions will vary between individuals. Individual sessions may include an assessment or therapeutic interventions which will focus on the skills required for college, university or the workplace. The skills required in each setting will depend on the individual and their future plans. A bespoke package of services will be created following an initial discussion when requirements and needs are better understood.

For groups

For groups a session may include an assessment or therapeutic interventions. Within a group peer support will be encouraged to increase confidence in addition to sharing successful coping strategies. The specific skills and strategies targeted during group sessions will be chosen according to the next stage of life in addition to the skills and strategies the group members already have.

For whole school

Preparation for college, university or the workplace services on a whole school level may include training or consultancy. Training topics could include ensuring that young people are prepared for college, university or the workplace from the earliest opportunity. Consultancy could include policy work, curriculum adaptations and home-school collaboration during the preparation.

What happens after preparation for college, university or the workplace services?

Following our preparation for college, university or the workplace services an individual can choose to receive follow up services at any point. We are able to provide summary information or recommendations to the young person and any individual or organisation they would like us to share the information with.

Our preparation for college, university or the workplace services are available for young people aged 16-25 with or without a SEND. Preparation for college, university or the workplace services support young people in maximising their potential. To arrange an initial discussion or to find out more, please contact us.