DISC (Digital Independent Specialist College)
The Digital Independent Specialist College (DISC) is based in central Manchester and offers a Digital Supported Internship for 16 to 24 year olds with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP). No formal academic qualifications are required to apply.
DISC supports young people with Autism/ADHS who are interested in digital and creative technology. The internship will prepare the young person for adulthood and employment in the digital economy. By developing and enhancing skills in graphic design, photography, website building, film making, blogs, branding and marketing. Maths and English tutoring are offered if the intern has not already obtained a foundation level or GCSE in the subject.
Our classroom sizes are small and the staff are skilled professionals who also provide excellent pastoral care and mentoring. A Job Coach is also available to assist the intern into either work, self-employment or further study. Course length is from September to June.
Who to contact
- Contact Name
- Caroline Dean
- Contact Position
- Head of Studio
- Telephone
- 0161 410 2040 0161 410 2040
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caroline.d@disc.ac.uk
info@disc.ac.uk
- Website
- Digital Independent Specialist College
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Where to go
- Name
- DISC
- Address
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Holyoake House
Hanover Street
Manchester
Greater Manchester - Postcode
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M4 4AHView M4 4AH on a map
- Notes
Wheelchair friendly. Very close to Shudehill Interchange and Victoria Station. Travel training can be provided.
Costs
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- No
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Availability
- Other notes
Students are invited from any area in the Greater Manchester area. Welcome to people with Autism, ADHD,
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