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Welcome to Y11 Careers Evening

Inspiring new pathways Informing you about options Meeting colleges 6th forms and employers

DHS Careers Team

Mr Henry – Careers Leader Ms Harper – Careers Adviser Mrs Davis – Careers Administrator

• Providing support to all Year 11’s in the transition to Further Education
• Ensuring all students have a personal guidance interview
• Fully resourced careers library open every break and after school
• Parents \ Carers are welcome to book appointments

Why are we here tonight?

• To help you explore your options
• To meet the providers + employers you will be applying to
• To find out how the process works
• To find out how to get help when you need it

Destination Choices

• Everybody must stay in Education till they are 18
• College or Sixth Form
• Apprenticeship
• Job linked to training
• Traineeship

Courses Available

• A level - Academic study – Exam Focus – 3 mixed subjects
• BTEC - Applied study – Assessment + Exams – 1-3 subjects
• Vocational - Industry focussed – Assessment – Single subject
• Apprenticeship - On the job learning – College
• Entry Route - Pathway courses - Life skills + Independence

Which path is right for me?

• Do you know what career you want? If not don’t worry.
• Check your last school report and know your projected grades
• Always check the entry requirements of every course you’re interested in
• Think about what learning style works for you

Course Level Examples Typical Entry Requirements Extra Requirements Level 3 A-Level + BTEC L3 5 GCSE’s 4-9 inc Eng + Maths Grade 6 in some subjects Level 2 BTEC L2 + Vocational 3 GCSE’s 3-9 inc Eng + Maths Maths + English resits if needed Level 1 Vocational 1-2 GCSE’s 1-3 Maths + English resits if needed Entry Pathway No Formal Requirements

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An apprenticeship is a way for young people and adults to earn while they learn in a real job, whilst gaining a real qualification and a real future

What is an Apprenticeship?

Earn while you learn Certification to an approved national standard. On and off the job training

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Qualification Levels

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Level 4,5,6,7 Higher & Degree Apprenticeship Foundation degree, HND, Degree, Masters Level 3 Level 2 Advanced Apprenticeship Intermediate Apprenticeship A Levels or IB GCSE Grades 4-9/A*-C L3 BTEC Awards & Diplomas BTEC First Diploma

Apprenticeship Training and Qualifications

Apprentice Training

• Over 600 new Standards
• Training for 1-5 years
• Continue with English and

maths (and IT)

• 20% off-the-job training
• End point assessment

www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship

www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship

Advanced Apprenticeship Vacancies

Bus & Coach Technician Electrical Engineer Payroll Administrator Dental Nurse Network Rail Technician Boat-builder Vehicle Service Mechanic Mechanical Engineer Composite Technician Business Administrator Social & Digital Marketer Software Developer PE/Sports Technician IT Support Analyst

Early Years Educator

Parts Adviser

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Degree Apprenticeships (Higher & Degree Vacancy Listing for 2019 Recruitment)

Pros Cons

• Same level of qualification as a

full-time degree

• Earn salary while you learn
• No loan to repay
• Social life (NUS card)
• Develops work ethic
• Suits some people’s learning

styles

• Not always available locally
• Competition for vacancies
• Miss out on the full university

experience

• Not as wide a range of options as

full-time degree courses but ……… more Degree Apprentices are under development

Useful Information

www.amazingapprenticeships.com www.apprenticeships-in-sussex.com www.ucas.com www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship www.apprenticeships.gov.uk

Useful Links

Key Points

• Think carefully and consider all your options
• Use the timeline and FAQ in your packs. Start your research now.
• Be prepared for your college visits – Decide what courses you are

interested in, know where you are going and what you are asking

• Come to careers when you need further help – No appointment needed
• Worthing Careers Fair – 16th Oct – Assembly Rooms 3-6pm
• Thank you! Good Luck. Now go out and start talking!