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Supported Internships

If you’re ready to take the next step towards work, our Supported Internship programme could be the perfect opportunity for you. This one-year programme is designed to help you gain real workplace experience, build confidence, and develop the skills you need for future employment.Working closely with a number of employers, Harlow College offer a range of exciting placements based directly within the hospital or businesses within the area. Across the year, you’ll rotate through different roles, supported by specialist staff who are dedicated to helping you succeed.

The aim of Supported Internships is to support our young people with EHCPs to gain paid employment by:

  • Supporting them to develop the skills valued by employers.
  • Enabling them to demonstrate their values in the workplace.
  • Developing confidence in their own abilities to perform successfully in work.

Supported Studies

We offer a range of one-year programmes for students with mild to moderate learning difficulties or disabilities aged 16-24. Our aim is to prepare students towards independent living, paid employment and good health as well as community inclusion. Working alongside the Preparing for Adulthood agenda, all the elements of the course are based on what young people say are important to them! All programmes will receive enterprise and innovation projects, work experience and English and maths.

Social Media & Content Creation Level 3

UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production and Technology

The online world is changing rapidly. More businesses and individuals are turning to social media and online content as a tool for growth. If you aspire to earn a living in social media, you’ve come to the right place. On this course you will learn how to shoot, edit and distribute your own content – allowing you to explore your creativity by working within a range of genres. You will build a portfolio of work across a variety of online platforms, develop your entrepreneurial skills, and explore how you can monetise your content. Whether you aspire to become a social media influencer, or managing PR and social media accounts for celebrities/businesses, this course is designed for you.

Salon Management Level 4 Diploma

This course has been specifically designed for existing or aspiring managers who work in a spa, beauty therapy,hairdressing or nail salon environment. The course is also for those wishing to set up or enhance their own business.

Science – Applied Science BTEC Awards Level 2

The course provides the essential core of scientific knowledge and applied skills so that you will be able to progress to T level Science. This in turn will enable you to progress within a wide choice of Science-based allied career pathways, apprenticeships and/or employment.

Site Carpentry Level 1

This is a practical carpentry course where we embed as much of the knowledge as possible into the hands-on tasks. This minimises the amount of time spent in the classroom. We use a range of delivery methods, mainly practical, with a large proportion of E-Learning through IPads and other technologies.

Site Carpentry Level 2

This course is designed to equip learners with the practical skills and technical knowledge required to begin a career in the construction and woodworking industries. The course covers essential areas such as health and safety, interpreting technical drawings, selecting and using hand and power tools, and producing a range of carpentry joints and structures to professional standards. Through a blend of classroom learning and hands-on workshop practice, learners will gain experience in tasks such as constructing frames, fitting doors, assembling structural components, and working with a variety of timbers and sheet materials. This qualification provides a strong foundation for progression into employment, apprenticeships, or further study in advanced carpentry and joinery.

  • Level: 2 & 3
  • Study Mode: Part-time
  • Start Date: Thursday, 29 January 2026

Skills Bootcamp in Health and Social Care

With an ageing population and increasing demand for compassionate, skilled carers, this course is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in health and social care. You’ll gain the essential knowledge, practical experience, and confidence to provide specialist care for vulnerable people of all ages - whether in care homes, hospices, or other social care settings.

Sociology AS/A Level

Studying sociology will give you an understanding of the social world around you and can lead to a varied and exciting career in areas such as criminal justice, youth work or even in public relations. A wide range of teaching and learning techniques are be used, including discussions, essay writing and presentations.

Sport & Exercise Sciences Extended Diploma

This course is ideal if you are interested in the sport and leisure industry and enjoy sport and physical activity with an opportunity of specialising in sports at university.

Supporting Older Workers into Work

This course comprises six tailored units designed to address the specific needs and challenges of older individuals re-entering the workforce. Each unit focuses on building confidence, enhancing key skills and ensuring a smooth transition into employment.