Vocational secondary education covers schools, colleges and specialist providers that teach practical, career-related subjects to young people of secondary-school age. Courses may be offered alongside general education or as a more specialised programme, with subject areas such as construction, engineering, health and social care, hospitality, creative arts, business, information technology and land-based studies. Provision and course choices vary by institution and the age of the learner. Learning typically combines classroom teaching with practical tasks, projects or work-related activities. Assessment may include coursework, portfolios, practical demonstrations and examinations, depending on the qualification. Students can work towards vocational awards, technical qualifications or vocational options within broader programmes, often alongside English, maths and other subjects.