Affiliation:
1. National Centre for Mental Health – School of Medicine College of Biomedical and Life Sciences, Cardiff University Cardiff UK
Abstract
AbstractBackgroundPeople with an intellectual disability and/or autism experience low employment rates compared to the general population. This study shows what the determinants of success are in getting this group of young people into paid employment.MethodThe research is based on data collected on 1008 young people, aged 16–25, participating in the Engage to Change project across Wales, to support young people to achieve employment. A real‐time data collection system was used from their engagement and throughout their journey to employment.ResultsThis research indicates an overall employment rate of 23% for the project to date, based on total referral. Young people who engaged in ‘significant work experience’, such as paid placement or supported internship, had a greater employment rate of 37%.ConclusionPrevious and current real work experiences increased the chances of young people of becoming employed, above the effect of supported employment and job coach support.
Funder
National Lottery Community Fund
Llywodraeth Cymru
Subject
Developmental and Educational Psychology,Education
Cited by
1 articles.
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