Devon’s SEND Local Offer

Education and employment

When you have decided on a career path, you may need to look at education and training courses that will support you in achieving it.

All young people need to stay in education or training until they are 18. From year 9, schools must help young people to identify the things they are interested in learning about in order to provide them with opportunities for the future.

Our new vocational profile tool can help you plan what work you would like to do in the future.

Find out more about the Devon vocational profile

Education and employment

  • 13 to 19+ learning and employment routes

    Information about the learning and employment routes available from 13 years old as well some case studies.

  • Post-16 education

    Your options for further and higher education as well as adult education courses in Devon.

  • Moving on from school

    Next steps: A guide for young people finishing school who have additional support needs.

  • Next steps at 18

    Moving from education to employment, additional training or higher education.

  • Foundation apprenticeships

    A new entry-level option, mixing study-based learning and practical, on-the-job experience.

  • Apprenticeships

    Apprenticeships mix practical training in a real job with study for a nationally recognised qualification.

  • Supported internships

    Work placements where you learn on the job, with support from a job coach. You’ll also complete a college course alongside your work experience.

  • Preparing for employment

    The help available when you are looking for a job.

  • Support when you are in work

    You may need some support to help you keep a job when you start work.