1. Post KS5 Options My Transition Programme Where will I be after Year 13?
Oct 2017

2. Today`s session will give you,
Information about your choices post KS5
A timeline of the support and guidance you will be given

3. How will I make the right decision ?
Step 1
Chose an appropriate level of course that allows you to progress from your current level and suits your skills
Step 2
Choose the best provider and a place that will support and nurture you
Step 3
Check your progress against the entry qualifications
Have an alternative plan in case you do not achieve all the grades you need. Have PLAN A and PLAN B

4. The right decision is easier if you are FULLY informed
Use the support offered – your PT, Year Manager, Pastoral Support, subject staff and Mrs Clelland, Careers Advisor
It is essential that you aim for the highest level of qualifications you can and match this with the right course

5. So ……..what are my future options?
Full-time Education (University)
Degree Apprenticeship (paid employment + attending University)
An Apprenticeship – paid employment + training
Full time Employment
Gap year

6. Types of Qualification : questions to ask
What grades do I need to get onto the course I want ?
What are the different types of qualification ?
How do I know which type of course will suit
my ability and skills ?

7. Post 16 Pathways

8. The more you do this year the easier it will be next year
It’s not too early to start your careers thinking
Ask for a careers appointment
Find out more online

9. Who can help? Mrs Clelland - Careers Your PT
Careers section in Library/Study Room
Teachers & Tutors – one to one discussion
Friends and family
People in the job you are interested in

10. What else matters…..
Apart from your grades it is also important to think about extra and super curricular activities you can take part in to enhance your CV eg.
Work experience – in and out of school
Work Shadowing
Volunteering – in and out of school
Career related workshops, events and fairs

11. Careers Fairs 6/7 October - What Careers – Olympia
8 November - Surrey Careers Fair – Epsom Race Course
24 November - Skills London - Excel
29-30 January – Heathrow Jobs and Careers – Sofitel
6/6 March - Apprenticeship Show – Sandown Race Course

12. Careers word press site

13. Twitter @ collingwoodIAG Or

17. Future Finder

18. U-Explore - start

21. Spartan Test http://sacu-student.com/?page_id=2779