Job skills and training for people with disabilities, mental illness and more.

 

🧠 Cognitive & Administrative Skills

• Data entry

• Bookkeeping / Accounting (with assistive software)

• Customer service / Help desk

• Scheduling / Appointment coordination

• Records management

• Transcription (audio or text)

• Library or archiving work

➡️ Training via: online office/admin courses, vocational schools, community colleges.

---

💻 Digital & Remote Work Skills

• Digital marketing

• Social media management

• Content writing / Copywriting

• Blogging / Editing

• Virtual assistant work

• Web design / UX testing

• Search engine evaluation

➡️ Training via: platforms like Coursera, edX, Google Digital Garage, or disability-specific programs like Bender Consulting or AbilityNet.

---

🛠️ Creative & Technical Skills

• Graphic design / Digital art

• Photography / Image editing

• 3D modeling

• Video/audio editing

• Crafts / Handmade product creation (Etsy, etc.)

• Assistive tech repair / support

➡️ Training via: local colleges, Skillshare, Adobe tutorials, or accessible maker spaces.

---

🧬 STEM and Tech Roles

• Software development

• Coding / Programming

• Data analysis / Statistics

• QA Testing / Bug tracking

• IT support / Cybersecurity

➡️ Training via: Codeacademy, freeCodeCamp, TechAble, and inclusive tech programs like Tech Talent Charter or Specialisterne.

---

🎨 Arts, Communication & Media

• Writing / Journalism

• Voice acting / Audio narration

• Illustration

• Podcasting

• Drama / Creative arts therapy

➡️ Training via: community centers, theatre schools, or disability-inclusive arts programs.

---

🧑‍🏫 Education & Advocacy

• Peer mentoring / Coaching

• Disability support work

• Teaching assistant (TA)

• Workshop facilitator

• Mental health advocacy

➡️ Training via: health and social care providers, local disability organizations, or the Open University UK.

Hands-On & Practical Roles (with accommodations as needed)

• Gardening / Horticulture
• Sewing / Tailoring
• Pet care / Dog grooming
• Food prep / Catering assistant
• Retail stocking / Sorting roles

➡️ Training via: supported employment schemes, adult education programs, and disability employment charities.