Learning Support
Students with additional needs, including physical disabilities, learning disabilities and other support requirements, may be eligible for specialist assistance and funding.
Student Information Scotland
Guidance and information for students with additional support needs.
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My World of Work
Information about additional learning support and funding options.
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UCAS Individual Needs
Support for students with caring responsibilities, independent students and those studying with visa restrictions.
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Care Leavers & Additional Support
Support is available for care experienced students, disabled students and individuals who may require additional practical, financial or educational support.
Become: Propel
Advice and support for care leavers and young people living independently.
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Who Cares? Scotland
Financial, housing and practical support for care experienced young people.
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ARC Scotland
Advice and support for young people and families affected by disability.
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Autism Scotland Student Support
Application guidance, study support and mentoring opportunities.
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Safeguarding & Domestic Abuse Support
Support is available across Scotland for individuals affected by domestic abuse, stalking, sexual violence, honour-based abuse and other safeguarding concerns. If you are in immediate danger, call 999.
Domestic Abuse Support
Scottish Domestic Abuse Support
Advice, guidance and support for people experiencing domestic abuse.
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Abused Men in Scotland
Dedicated support service for men experiencing domestic abuse. Helpline available Monday to Friday.
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Scottish Domestic Abuse & Forced Marriage Helpline
24-hour confidential support for anyone affected by domestic abuse or forced marriage.
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Support for Specific Communities
Amina Muslim Women's Resource Centre
Support relating to domestic abuse, employment, financial issues, legal support and honour-based violence.
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FearFree Scotland
Domestic abuse support for LGBTQ+ individuals, including transgender communities.
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Hemat Gryffe Women's Aid
Support services for Black and Minority Ethnic women experiencing domestic abuse.
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LGBT Youth Scotland
Information and support regarding gender-based violence and domestic abuse for young LGBTQ+ people.
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Stalking & Personal Safety
Action Against Stalking
Support for victims of stalking and their families. Services include a 24-hour helpline and referral options for professionals.
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Sexual Violence & Assault Support
Rape Crisis Scotland
National support services, helpline and local centres providing confidential support following sexual violence.
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Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs)
Confidential support following sexual assault. Individuals can self-refer without involving the police unless they choose to do so.
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Honour-Based Abuse & Forced Marriage
Karma Nirvana
Support and advice for people affected by honour-based abuse, forced marriage and related concerns.
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Shakti Women's Aid
Support for Black and Minority Ethnic women, including advice on domestic abuse and honour-based violence in a range of languages.
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Mental Health & Wellbeing
Breathing Space
Support for people experiencing emotional distress, crisis or suicidal thoughts.
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SAMH
Practical mental health information and support.
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Change Mental Health
Person-centred mental health support across Scotland.
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Citizens Advice Scotland
Support addressing practical issues affecting wellbeing.
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Mental Health Foundation Scotland
Support for anxiety, stress and emotional wellbeing.
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Lifelink
Counselling services and wellbeing classes.
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Prevent
Prevent guidance and referral arrangements differ in Scotland compared with other parts of the UK. Information about the Prevent Duty, safeguarding responsibilities and referral pathways can be found using the official Scottish guidance below.
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