Supported employment is similar to competitive employment in that is occurs in the community in real work locations.

In general, there are three types of employment options available to individuals with Down syndrome: competitive, supported and sheltered. Volunteer work is a great option to gain some additional job training.

Volunteer work is a great option if earning a paycheck is not essential or if an individual would like to gain some additional job training.

Sheltered employment is a softer term for sheltered workshops.

In the United States, many typical students go to work when their secondary studies are completed.