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Learning support funding for apprentices with learning difficulties and disabilities: a guide for training providers
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department for Education
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department for Education
- Publication year:
- 2022
- Pagination:
- 14
- Place of publication:
- London
Information for apprenticeship providers about reasonable adjustments for apprentices with learning difficulties and disabilities. Under section 20 of the Equality Act 2010, education and training providers and other related service providers have a duty to make reasonable adjustments for disabled people (which includes people with a learning difficulty) so they are not placed at a substantial disadvantage compared to non-disabled students. Learning support funding is available for apprenticeship providers to make reasonable adjustments to support apprentices who have learning difficulties or disabilities. This guidance outlines: how providers should assess and identify the needs of their apprentices; how to make a claim in line with the apprenticeship funding rules. (Edited publisher abstract)
Comparing transition expectations of young people with moderate learning disabilities with other vulnerable youth and with their non-disabled counterparts
- Authors:
- CATON Sue, KAGAN Carolyn
- Journal article citation:
- Disability and Society, 22(5), August 2007, pp.473-488.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
This article uses data obtained from a study that examined transition experiences of young people with moderate learning disabilities. A comparison is made between those experiences and the experiences of both other vulnerable young people and non-disabled youth in the UK. It was found that non-disabled youth experience extended transitions with events that signify adult status taking place well into young people's 20s. On the other hand, vulnerable youth transitions are often (out of necessity) rushed, with young people having to take on responsibility beyond their years. The results of the study demonstrate that for young people with moderate learning disabilities the experiences of transition more closely mirror those of other vulnerable youth than they do the non-disabled population.
Prepared for the future?: information to prepare families when a young person with a learning disability is leaving school or college
- Authors:
- MORGAN Hazel, DAVIES Jill
- Publisher:
- Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 33p.
- Place of publication:
- London
The Foundation for People with Learning Disabilities, in the second phase of its What Kind of future? project, has worked with young people who have Down’s syndrome. This booklet has been prepared on the basis of what the participants have said would be helpful. It provides information on: the role of family and friends; government support and initiatives; personalisation and person centred planning; access to care; further education and specialist colleges; employment opportunities, including voluntary work and supported employment; daytime, evening and weekend activities; friendships; short term breaks; moving from the family home and housing; health; support for carers; and how and where to complain in case of difficulties. Each section is written in non technical language and provides contact details, real life experiences and a checklist of what needs to be considered.
Views of professionals on aims and outcomes of transition for young people with learning disabilities
- Authors:
- KAEHNE Axel, BEYER Stephen
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Learning Disabilities, 37(2), June 2009, pp.138-144.
- Publisher:
- Wiley
The paper reports the findings of a study of professionals in strategic and operational positions who were involved in transition planning for young people with learning disabilities. Respondents were asked to comment on what they regarded as the optimal aim and outcome of transition from school to post-school placements. The results illustrate the problems and advantages of inter-agency partnerships in delivering meaningful post-school destinations for young people leaving school.
Learning support for people with learning disabilities: promoting independent living
- Author:
- DAVIES Sheila
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health and Learning Disabilities Care, 2(10), June 1999, pp.339-342.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
The authors suggests that adult education could provide both the theory and models for promoting the independent living skills of people with learning disabilities in community settings.
Days of hope
- Author:
- McINTOSH Barbara
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 14.1.99, 1999, pp.24-25.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Social inclusion for people with learning difficulties needs to be a reality, not just a slogan. The author reports on pilot projects that point the to new approaches.
Making partnerships work for rehabilitation and employment
- Authors:
- GROVE Bob, LESLIE Iain, SCOTT Rachel
- Publisher:
- Richmond Fellowship Workschemes
- Publication year:
- 1999
- Pagination:
- 77p.,list of orgs.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Report based on a joint initiative by the Department of Health, Department for Education and Employment, Employment Service, and voluntary organisations to develop inter-agency partnerships and user involvement in rehabilitation, education, training and employment services for disabled people, people with learning difficulties, people with mental health problems, and people with sensory impairments.
Making partnerships work for rehabilitation and employment
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health. Social Services Inspectorate
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health. Social Services Inspectorate
- Publication year:
- 1999
- Pagination:
- 2p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Letter accompanying a report based on a joint initiative to develop inter-agency partnerships and user involvement in rehabilitation, education, training, and employment services for people with learning difficulties, people with mental health problems, disabled people, and people with sensory impairments.
A practical guide for people with learning disabilities: where to find the help you need.
- Authors:
- McGINNIS Brian, PAGE Lloyd, (comps)
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 1999
- Pagination:
- 38p.,illus.,list of orgs.
- Place of publication:
- London
Practical, illustrated guide to finding help. Aimed at people with learning difficulties. Includes sections on: social and health services; employment, volunteering and supported employment; money; education and training; housing; and leisure activities.
Home, work and inclusion: the social policy implications of supported living and employment for people with learning disabilities
- Author:
- SIMONS Ken
- Publisher:
- York Publishing Service/Joseph Rowntree Foundation
- Publication year:
- 1998
- Pagination:
- 119p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- York
Report aiming to bring adults with learning difficulties to the forefront of emerging policy on social inclusion. Explores a range of social policy areas, including: housing and support services; the regulation of community care; the social security system; employment services; and access to adult and continuing education. In each case, the problems the current system poses for people with learning difficulties are described, and possible solutions are outlined.