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Who are Careers Wales and how can we help you? We are part of Welsh Government We are here to provide you with a service We are here to help you decide the right path after year 11 We are impartial and independent and will only give you advice based on what is right for you

Planning Ahead . . .

Employment based including Apprenticeships Post Year 11 Options 6th form College Employment based including Apprenticeships

Levels Qualification Levels 6+ Higher Education/University 3 A levels, BTEC Level 3, NVQ level 3 2 4 x GCSEs C-A*, BTEC level 2, NVQ level 2 1 GCSEs D-G, BTEC level 1, NVQ level 1

“Apprenticeships are often misunderstood.” “Our ‘Myth Busting Guide to Apprenticeships’ . film will help you learn more about them.” A - Levels Leave year 11 Vocational courses Apprenticeships Apprenticeships Job / Traineeships Introduce self and session. Timings etc. Aims Intro A-Level \ Vocational Apprentice Jobs Training Options Activity Advice JMQ LMI Events Question Contact End + +

“Where can you find apprenticeships?” We advertise Apprenticeships on our website. www.careerswales.com …or search on Job sites (ask us for details) The Hidden Job Market Many employers never advertise as enough people contact them directly. The National Apprenticeship Wage = £3.90 Introduce self and session. Timings etc. Aims Intro A-Level \ Vocational Apprentice Jobs Training Options Activity Advice JMQ LMI Events Question Contact End + +

What options do you have after YEAR 11? 1. School 6th Forms 5 GCSEs at grade C or above. Can allow progression to university. Normally study 3/4 A levels – level 3 qualifications. School will inform you of open evening.

What options do you have after YEAR 11? 2. Progress to College Entry requirements dependent on course – level 1, 2, 3. Vocational courses available e.g. Carpentry; Hairdressing; Aircraft Engineering, as well as A level study (not Barry College) Apply by Christmas as popular courses get full quickly.

COLLEGE Entry requirements vary Vocational (work related) e.g. Carpentry; Hairdressing; Administration A Levels Aim to apply by Christmas as popular courses get full quickly

Interested in College? Apply by Christmas

A level/level 3 choices Which? University Six things you need to know before making your A level choices What A-levels do you need for the degree you want to study? www.ucas.com

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C Career Search Type a career you want to find out more about in the search box. You are then provided with a page of useful information, including; job leaflets, videos of related occupations, information on average weekly pay and details of local jobs and courses. Job Matching Quiz Get some ideas about possible careers that you may be suited to Job Information Get information on hundreds of jobs by viewing the information leaflets

Videos. interviews with people actually doing the jobs. Job Trends Videos interviews with people actually doing the jobs. Job Trends Find out what the future may hold for different job sectors and what skills, qualifications and jobs may be in demand Vacancy Search Search and apply for local and national apprenticeship and employment opportunities by completing a ‘vacancy profile’

Year 11 Timeline Confirm your options Have a back up plan! Apprenticeships, Jobs or Training. If you’re interested, speak to your Careers Adviser to find out more. Think seriously about your Career ideas Major Apprenticeships advertised around February - March. November, Year 11 Mock Exams start. GCSE exams begin. GCSE results are out. September October November December January February March April May June July August September HOLIDAYS HOLIDAYS Colleges Can begin accepting applications in October/ November. College Open Evenings Start from October onwards. Visit and see what they have to offer. Sixth Form Open Evenings Start around February. Confirm your options Have a back up plan! Aims Intro A-Level \ Vocational Apprentice Jobs Training Options Activity Advice JMQ LMI Events Question Contact End + +

Over the Summer Look at School 6th Form websites Look at College websites Research any career ideas Check entry requirements www.careerswales.com

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Career Check This questionnaire is designed to show how far you have got with planning your future. We will use the answers you give to help us decide how best Careers Wales can help you with your plans following year 11

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Contact Your Careers Adviser Andrea Davies Andrea.davies@careerswales.com