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Vocational Training

VERA-SCHOOLRef: https://www.vera.co.za/vocational-training-1

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Collected on 6 August 2026

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This document describes the vocational training programme at Vera School, a special needs school in Rondebosch East, Western Cape, which focuses on practical job skills for learners with autism to improve their independence and employment prospects. The programme includes hands-on training in areas like recycling, car washing, food preparation, bread baking, and domestic skills, delivered through an integrated multi-disciplinary approach. Learners are assessed to identify interests and skills, with tasks broken into small steps aligned with individualised education plans (ISPs). The school partners with protective workshops and uses job coaches to support students in real-world work environments and after-school placements.

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after-school placement opportunityOngoing

After-School Placements for Vocational Skills Training

These placements provide learners with practical experience in real-world work environments, helping them develop job-related skills, good work habits, and social skills. They may lead to possible job placement after school.

Who it is for: learners with autism at Vera School
How to act on it: Placement is arranged through Vera School's partnerships with protective workshops and job coaches. Participation is based on learner assessment and individualised education plans.

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Certain after-school placements provide skills training and possible job placement.

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Vocational Training Programme

This programme offers practical job skills training in areas such as recycling, car washing, food preparation, bread baking, and domestic skills. It is designed for learners with autism at Vera School to improve their independence and prepare them for future employment through hands-on instruction and individualised education plans.

Who it is for: learners with autism enrolled at Vera School
How to act on it: Enrolment at Vera School enables participation in the vocational training programme. Learners are assessed to determine interests and skills, and training is delivered through an integrated multi-disciplinary approach.
Closes: Closing date not stated in the source

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Vocational training can be described as training that emphasises knowledge and skills required for a specific trade, craft or job function, forgoing traditional academics and focusing more on practical hands-on instruction rather than theoretical knowledge.

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Job Coaching Support for Learners

Job coaches provide continuous support to learners with autism during vocational training and workplace placements, helping them develop and maintain work habits and adapt to real work environments.

Who it is for: learners with autism at Vera School
How to act on it: Support is provided by job coaches through Vera School’s partnerships with protective workshops and vocational training programmes. Access is automatic upon enrolment and assessment.

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In addition, job coaches provide continuous support for each student where necessary.

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Western Cape

Reference

https://www.vera.co.za/vocational-training-1

Key Takeaways

Vocational Training
Vera School
Rondebosch East, Western Cape
autism
practical hands-on instruction
recycling
car washing
food preparation
bread baking
domestic skills
ISP
job coaches
after-school placements
protective workshops
Vera School
20 Anglesey Road, Rondebosch East, Western Cape, 7700
info@vera.co.za
021 696 2844