Glossary

Application Form
A form used to apply for a course, employment or training to say why you are suitable

Child Benefit
An allowance paid to your parents/carers while you are under 19 (under 20 in some cases) and in full time non-advanced education or on an approved training programme.

Connexions Personal Adviser
A person trained to give you information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions and plan for your future.

Curriculum Vitae
A summary of your skills and work history to show employers/tutors what you have done.

Vocational
A practical course in a particular work area.

Remploy
An organisation that provides a comprehensive range of employment services to support disabled people and to look at the barriers when looking for work.

Voluntary work
Unpaid work in the community.

Transition
To help you move to the next stage in your life.