RIGHT FIRST TIME UK • EHCP INFORMATION HUB
Further education, supported internships and preparation for adulthood
EHCPs can continue beyond compulsory school age where a young person remains in education or training and the statutory criteria continue to be met.
Education and Adulthood
Education
- Further education
- Specialist college
- Supported internship
- Training routes
Preparing for adulthood
- Employment
- Independent living
- Community participation
- Health
University Is Different
Higher education uses a different support system.
GOV.UK states that a young person cannot use the EHCP appeal route if studying at university or trying to enter university.
Supported Internships & Appeals
Supported internships are employment-focused study programmes for young people with an EHCP.
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General information and signposting only. Right First Time UK is not a local authority, school, SEND Tribunal, law firm or regulated legal advice service. This guide primarily concerns England.