Free career support for disabled and neurodivergent professionals.

SIC provides accessible career support for disabled, neurodivergent and chronically ill people. Helping you to thrive in the workplace.

Accessible e-learning is here

Supported by Unltd we’ve created four, free to access careers programmes for disabled, neurodivergent and chronically ill professionals. They’re accessible and taught throughout by lived experience experts.

Want to know how to write a CV when you have career gaps, or how to ask for reasonable adjustments? We’ve got you covered.

Free e-learning

Ever been looking for a new role but don’t know where to find the tailored advice you really need?

  • Have you ever wondered what self employment might look like?

  • How do I explain career gaps in my CV?

  • What reasonable adjustments can I ask for at interview?

  • How accessible is a career in marketing?

Designed with your access in mind, we’ve created four programmes to help you thrive in work.

An Introduction to Work: Our first course is all about accessing the workplace and is designed for those of us who are entering the workplace for the first time, or are re-entering the workplace after absence.

Taught by lived experience experts this programme covers, CVs, cover letters, interview skills, building confidence, and reasonable adjustments.

Enrolment: Open throughout 2024

An Introduction to Freelance and Entrepreneurship: Did you know that 25% of small business owners are disabled or have a health condition? Often entrepreneurship is more accessible to us as we can build something that works for us, but where do you start? This programme covers the nitty-gritty of setting up a business.

Enrolment: Open throughout 2024

An Introduction to Community Management: How accessible is a career in community management or social media? Find out from disabled and neurodivergent professionals who have carved out careers online.

Enrolment: Open throughout 2024

An Introduction to Writing and Journalism: Whether you’re open to a career in writing or journalism, or want to explore this as a freelance opportunity, this module is all about creating great written content.

Enrolment: Open throughout 2024

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  • “I just want to thank SIC for the amazing advice that I have received over the past few months. I initially contacted SIC, as I was unsure about how to approach discussing reasonable adjustments with a placement provider. The advice they gave me made me feel so reassured and now I feel confident advocating for my needs.

    I am also grateful for the advice I received when I attended the SIC 'Career Clinic' about tips on being self-employed and finding accessible part-time work. The team are really encouraging to have a wealth of knowledge! I really appreciate Rachael's interview tips and CV review too.”

    — Laura Muir

  • “Whilst volunteering at SIC, I’ve gained the experience and confidence I needed to apply for a Masters in Publishing. I’ve also been offered a part-time job as an Editorial Assistant. Joining the team has been life-changing. I’m so grateful to the company, for providing me with the skills I need to pursue the career I want, and I honestly can’t recommend working/volunteering for SIC enough.”

    — Kellie Smith, Editorial Assistant Trainee

  • “My internship has not only allowed me to consolidate my existing skills but allow me to gain experience with a myriad of software and have the opportunity to learn about marketing and PR. SIC has been a wonderful and supportive work community that I have felt so lucky to have to work with and be a part of. This internship has given me the experience and confidence to apply for future internships and other schemes in my future.”

    - Saffron Sharp, Marketing and PR Intern

  • Working for SIC has been an incredible experience where I’ve grown in confidence and knowledge in a supportive environment. You get the chance to develop and learn, with access to workshops with professionals, creating a safe environment for learning and development. I feel SIC is changing my life on a huge level. If you’ve been following SIC and you’ve been on the fence about doing this, I promise you won’t regret going for it!

    — Jess Burman, Editorial Assistant Trainee

Looking for our Business support? We offer professional development for businesses along with bespoke consulting over at SIC Business.