Deaf students and their support in further education in the United Kingdom: results from the National Association for Tertiary Education for Deaf People (NATED) survey 2000

AbstractA survey was undertaken by questionnaire sent to all further education institutions in the United Kingdom (490). Responses were received from 334 institutions (68%). The purpose of the questionnaire was to investigate the distribution of deaf students, the levels of support provided and the qualifications of teaching and support staff (tutors, teachers of deaf students and communication support workers). The survey reveals increased numbers of deaf students in further education compared to a 1991 survey, reflecting current initiatives towards inclusive learning. This increased participation in further education is encouraging, but there is still a wide disparity between colleges in support provision.