Young people with Special Needs at 16+

> Education for young people with special educational needs does not stop at 16.

> Depending on your interests and abilities, you can stay on at an ordinary or special school, or can move on to a college for further education.

> Many schools have developed 'link' courses with colleges so that pupils in their last years at school can go to a college on a part-time basis.

> These courses help to prepare young people for further education by letting them experience a college and try out a range of new subjects.

> Further education is available for young people over the age of 16.

> If you have a statement of special educational needs, further education will have been considered when the Transition Plan was drawn up at 14.

> Many students with learning difficulties or disabilities attend ordinary courses at college with the help of special equipment or support.

> Some colleges run special courses or have units for these students.

> Your local college will have a member of staff for more information or advice.

> Students whose needs cannot be met by a college of further education may be able to get a place at an independent specialist college.

> Universities and colleges offer education at a level beyond GCSE A-level standard for students from about the age of 18. It is open to all young people who have the ability to benefit from it.

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