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YOUR GUIDE TO
WHAT’S YOUR
QUALIFICATION DESCRIPTION
NEXT MOVE?
LENGTH OF TIME ASSESSMENT
LEVEL
OF STUDY
DOES IT
AWARD
UCAS POINTS?
ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS
WORK
EXPERIENCE
WHAT DOES
IT LEAD TO?
Apprenticeship 2/3
- Employer dependent Yes. - Higher level or
dependent (including With the possibility
A real job with training - Age 16+ (Paid job with at degree Apprenticeship
APPRENTICESHIPS and a salary
1 Year minimum demonstrations, to progress to higher No
- Evidence of interest least 20% off the - University / College
presentations and/or Apprenticeships up
and ability to complete job training) - Work
exams) to level 7
An academic
For individual schools
qualification, similar - Apprenticeship
Mostly exams at the and colleges to decide
A LEVELS in style to GCSEs 2 years
end of the course
3 Yes
(commonly 5 GCSEs at
No - University / College
that prepares you for - Work
grades 4 and above)
further study
A technical study
programme, equivalent
to 3 A levels, with an
industry placement Yes (80% - Apprenticeship
Exams, projects and Set by each
T LEVELS that makes up 20% 2 years
practical assignments
3 Yes
school / college
classroom, - University / College
of the course. T levels 20% work) - Work
are designed to give
you the skills that
employers need
Qualifications which
TECHNICAL / teach you how to Some (course
- Apprenticeship
do tasks specifically Course dependent & awarding Course
VOCATIONAL related to the industry
Course dependent
(Coursework & exams)
1+
organisation
Course dependent
dependent
- College
QUALIFICATIONS - Work
and role you want to dependent)
be in
Qualifications that
prepare you for further
study by combining - Apprenticeship
APPLIED Course dependent Set by each Course
academic learning with Course dependent 3 Yes - University / College
QUALIFICATIONS practical skills to give
(coursework & exams) school / college dependent
- Work
you a broad overview
of working in a sector
A formal job or exit
A work focused study
interview with written Have little to no
programme that - Apprenticeship
TRAINEESHIPS prepares you for an
6 weeks - 6 months feedback. Coursework N/A No work experience and Yes
- Work
and exams are course qualified below Level 3
Apprenticeship or work
dependent
Levels are designed to indicate the complexity of qualifications and Apprenticeships, allowing people to
draw comparisons and understand where they sit in relation to the other options which are available. Find out more about the different levels at gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean
There are 8 levels plus entry level, with the higher levels offering the highest difficulty. Visit nationalcareers.service.gov.uk for information about careers, training and work.
INTROD
INTRODUCTION FINANCE
UCTION
The end of Year 11 and Year 13, the build-up
and immediate response to results days
£££
There are other means of financial support for young
people staying in approved education or training.
can be a challenging time.
Faced with sometimes difficult or scary decisions Look at the section headings and on our website
about next steps? You may like some help with and consider the webinars and events that are Child Benefit Travel
your thinking, particularly if your plans are of most interest to you. Remember, don’t limit
Your parents are usually only entitled to Child If you are aged 16-18 you can get reduced travel
uncertain or may need to change. This guide is yourself. Take the time to explore something you
Benefit for you up to the Monday following to your place of study and/or your Apprenticeship
designed to support you after results days, with perhaps have not considered before. You never
31 August after your 16th birthday, unless you or Traineeship: networkwestmidlands.com/
useful hints and tips, information about support know, there could be a route into your ideal
stay on in full-time non-advanced education tickets-and-passes/child/16-18-photocard
in your local area and links to resources or videos career that you have never considered before... or approved training. They can continue to be
From all of us at Other Benefits
to help you make the right decision for you. entitled to Child Benefit for you at ages 16, 17,
Working with partners from across the Black 18 or 19 if you are a ‘qualifying young person’.
Country we will be hosting a series of on-line the Black Country Full-time non-advanced education will usually Depending on your circumstances you may be
entitled to additional benefits and support such
events and webinars to help prepare you for your
next steps, also keep an eye on our webpages Skills Team be in a school or college but may also include
education provided at home, if you were receiving as help with equipment costs, ask at your college,
for useful links from local Colleges and Training this education before your 16th birthday and the training provider or school appointment when
Providers blackcountryskillsfactory.co.uk/ home schooling had previously been approved. you are enrolling.
schools/my-choicessupport- post-16-18.
Full-time, in this situation, means an average of
If you are in need of individualised support more than 12 hours a week of supervised study
visit your local area pages within the guide for during term time, not counting breaks for meals
BE
Full details of financial
information about how to contact your local and homework.
support can be found on
gov.uk
Connexions or National Careers Service, still
This would also include a study programme that is
not sure? Head to our website and complete
for at least 540 hours in any 12-month period. It
the simple on-line request form - we will get could also include a traineeship which could last
back to you blackcountryskillsfactory.co.uk/ between 6 weeks and 6 months.
schools/individual-support-andguidance.
POSITIVE
Consider what is most useful to you right now:
whether that is immediate sources of support
to help you make the best choice for your
ABOUT 2020
immediate future or something to consider
helping you make longer term decisions.
The Sixth Form represents the final years of secondary
Apprenticeships are work-based training programmes.
school, for pupils aged 16 to 18. The Sixth Form provides the
Apprentices are employed by a business, whilst working
academic preparation needed for university, transitioning
towards relevant qualifications at the same time.
pupils from GCSEs to an undergraduate degree.
Sixth Forms are smaller and tend to offer an individualised An Apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience
approach to your learning. In most cases the standard of teaching and get paid.
will be high in academic subjects especially. Also, a disabled student
You’re an employee with a contract of employment and holiday
will already know how their school accommodates disabled pupils.
Entry requirements for school and college sixth forms vary –
leave. By the end of an Apprenticeship, you’ll have the right skills
and knowledge needed for your chosen career. THE
ranging from four to five GCSEs at level 4 or 5, with perhaps GCSE
level 6s in the subjects you want to study, through to at least
It can take between one and six years to complete an PRACTICAL
BIT
Apprenticeship depending on which one you choose, what level it is
six GCSEs at level 7 or above for the most selective colleges.
and your previous experience. It’s funded from contributions made
Most Schools Sixth Forms and Sixth Form colleges will offer by the government and your employer.
a wide range of A levels and vocational courses. In addition • Visit open days/
to offering A-level courses, many sixth form colleges offer evenings
To become an Apprentice,
you must:
BTEC, T Levels, diplomas and other vocational courses too. • Do research into what
else the school offers
Most colleges and sixth forms within schools will start to open
their application process in the autumn term of Year 11. This • Book another tour • be 16 or over
is the time when you should be visiting colleges and schools, during the day
• not already be in full time education
going to open days, talking to former and current students • Don’t listen to
• spend at least 50% of your working hours in England
and finding out more about the studying options available. your friends
Check with your school (or the sixth form you want to • Listen to your
gut feeling
As an Apprentice you’ll:
attend if you’re changing schools to study them) and ensure
you know exactly what you need to get. You can take a • learn and gain hands-on experience in a real job
maximum of five A Levels, although most universities are
happy to offer you a place based on three subjects.
• get paid
• get training for a specific job role
THE
• be on a career path with lots of future potential THEORY
You can find an Apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career,
BIT
want a change or are returning to work.DUDLEY
COLLEGES CONNEXIONS
SANDWELL
CONNEXIONS BLACK
Dudley Colleges recruit learners onto all levels
of courses in lots of sectors, preparing you for
DUDLEY SANDWELL COUNTRY
the world of work. The Courses have good
progression routes and pathways which lead to
Connexions Dudley works across mainstream
schools, special schools, colleges, training
Discuss your options with an independent
impartial careers’ adviser Contact us on
IMPACT PROJECT
employment, Apprenticeships or University. providers as well as within the community sandwell_connexions@sandwell.gov.uk If you are aged 16-29 and are currently not
supporting young people aged 13 – 19 (up to in education, employment or training, Dudley
You can visit their websites to access information or Monday- Friday 9.30am – 4.30pm on
aged 25 for those with learning difficulties and has the Black Country Impact programme. An
about their courses and opportunities such 07917174735 or 0791717402 (Tues/
or disabilities) with careers advice guidance, experienced keyworker will provide custom
as Traineeships and Apprenticeships. Weds/Thurs). Appointments can be by
information and support to help prepare them for intensive one-to-one support to help work
Post 16 options and beyond. Telephone, Skype or MS Teams.
out your next steps and fund the courses and
Dudley College of Technology Check out the website connexionssandwell. equipment that will help you to succeed.
Information is provided on the Connexions
For more information contact: website which serves as a tool and resource base co.uk for careers information, advice and
To know about events or to find out about
T: 01384 363000 for all young people, parents and professionals. guidance on your post 16 options and helping
opportunities including vacancies, training
W: dudleycol.ac.uk you choose the right career for you.
Throughout the year we will be partnering opportunities and personal development
with schools, colleges, employer and training or support options follow us:
Halesowen College
For more information contact:
providers to offer a range of activities through
the year for those who will be leaving school. SANDWELL twitter twitter.com/Connexion_Jobs
facebook facebook.com/connexions.sandwell/
COUNCIL’S
T: 0121 602 7777
W: halesowen.ac.uk Additionally there will be a series of activities
King Edward VI College
for those who are above school leaving age and
need help to explore further options. All of these
EMPLOYMENT SANDWELL
For more information contact:
T: 01384 398100
will be accessible on a range of our social media
platforms that we continually will be developing.
& SKILLS TEAM COLLEGE
Sandwell College recruit learners onto all levels
W: kedst.ac.uk Think Sandwell can provide support to find
To know about events or to find out about of courses in lots of sectors, preparing you for
a job, including help with CV, completing
opportunities including vacancies, training the world of work. The Courses have good
opportunities and personal development or application forms, interview practice and
progression routes and pathways which lead to
support options follow us: details of local vacancies are available
employment, Apprenticeships or University.
at sandwell.gov.uk/apprenticeships
twitter @cnxsdudley,
facebook facebook.com/connexionsdudley You can visit their websites to
The Think Sandwell Employment
Instagram @cnxsdudley access information about their
team have a range of vacancies in the
courses and opportunities such as
Construction and Social Care sectors
Traineeships and Apprenticeships.
enquiries_recruitment@sandwell.gov.uk
For more information contact:
Vacancies can be found at
T: 0800 622006
Connexions Dudley sandwell.gov.uk/thinksandwell
W: sandwell.ac.uk/school-leaver-courses
For more information contact:
Tel: 01384 811400
Email: Connexions@dudley.gov.uk
connexionsdudley.orgWALSALL
WALSALL COLLEGE WALSALL IAG TEAM
WOLVERHAMPTON
WOLVERHAMPTON
Walsall College recruit learners onto all levels
of courses in lots of sectors, preparing you for The Walsall Information, Advice & Guidance COLLEGE
Team work closely with schools and colleges
WE OFFER
the world of work. The Courses have good Wolverhampton College recruit learners onto all
progression routes and pathways which lead to to support the transition of all young people levels of courses in lots of sectors, preparing you
employment, Apprenticeships or University. with post 16 options and the governments for the world of work. The Courses have good
raising participation age - Young people
ADVICE ON
You can visit Walsall Colleges website to progression routes and pathways which lead to
who are identified as ‘not in education, employment, Apprenticeships or University.
access information about their courses and
employment and training’ are followed up and
opportunities such as Traineeships and You can visit Wolverhampton Colleges website
offered appropriate support to re-engage.
Apprenticeships walsallcollege.ac.uk/request- to access information about their courses
a-prospectus/thank-you-prospectus/ We offer support services for all young and opportunities such as Traineeships and • Choosing and exploring careers that
people aged 13-19 (up to 25 years old for Apprenticeships will suit your skills and interests.
For more information contact: young people with learning difficulties and/ wolvcoll.ac.uk/demographic/school-leavers • Finding out key facts about different
T: 01922 657000 or disabilities). Advisers offer information,
careers. What do I need to learn? How much
W: walsallcollege.ac.uk advice and practical help on a range of issues, For more information contact: does is pay? What does the job involve?
including education, employment, work-based T: 01902 836000 How many jobs are there in this field?
WALSALL WORKS
learning, and access to other specialist services. W: mail@wolvecoll.ac.uk • Your options; from 6th form to college and
from training providers to apprenticeships.
CONNEXIONS
The team are available and look forward to We will advise you on what you can
When you register with Walsall Works,
hearing from you, please call: do and how you can access it.
you will receive professional support from
WOLVERHAMPTON
T: 01922 636333 (answer phone message only) • Support with applying for courses, jobs
our Employment and Skills Team, who
M: 07717 156947 and apprenticeships. From how to write
have the knowledge and expertise to
E: iagteam@walsall.gov.uk a professional application form and
improve your employability skills and find Connexions is a free and impartial careers CV, to how to present yourself as the
the right job, Apprenticeship or training
BLACK COUNTRY
information, advice and guidance service for best candidate at a job interview.
opportunity for you. We can also help with young people who live in Wolverhampton. • Need help? Connexions can offer support
finding volunteering opportunities.
Register with Walsall Works to receive help with: IMPACT PROJECT We are a person-centred service, meaning
we tailor our support to your needs. We want
and make referrals to other organisations if
you are experiencing barriers to achieving.
• Preparing for your career If you are currently not in education, every young person to have access to equal
• Applying for Apprenticeships employment or training, Walsall delivers opportunities and achieve their very best in life.
• Accessing free training the Black Country Impact programme to
•
•
Finding employment
Looking at academic options
provide intensive one-to-one support with an
experienced advisor to help work out your next
Young people can access the service if they
are a resident of Wolverhampton and are WORKBOX
steps and fund the courses and equipment aged between 13 – 19 (up to the age of 25 if Connexions is part of the wider Skills team in
• CV writing and job applications that will help you to succeed. Offers free you have you have special education needs the Local Authority in Wolverhampton, which
• Interview support and work trials customised support to young people aged and/or a disability). If you have left school comprises of Impact and Wolves at Work.
16 - 29 looking for employment or training. and are not in learning, working or training
For more information contact: To find out more about these services visit:
you will have your own personal adviser
T: 01922 654353 For more information contact: www.wolvesworkbox.com
to support you with your next steps.
E: walsallworks@walsall.gov.uk T: 01922 654364
W: walsall.gov.uk/walsall_works W: walsall.gov.uk/blackcountryimpact For more information contact us on:
T: 01902 554499
E: connexions@wolverhampton.gov.uk
For more information on Walsall Council’s Apprenticeship programme contact: Search for Connexions Wolverhampton
Helena Baxter on 07767 615214 or email Helena.baxter@walsall.gov.uk on FacebookMENTAL
WELLBEING
An integral part of our overall health, looking There are ways in which
after our minds is a key component. Poor
mental health can leave people feeling low you can help improve
in mood, unhappy and demotivated. your mental health and
It is vital to maintain our health and wellbeing The natural ebb and flow of life has general wellbeing:
challenges for everyone, so to cope with
throughout life but never more so during teenage these challenges a positive happy frame
• Good relationships are important –
connect with other people, share your
years when significant changes take place, including of mind makes it easier to deal with.
positive experiences to provide emotional
exam stresses and transition into further and At some stage in everyone’s life we will support to others as well as yourself
experience low moods and unhappiness • Be physically active –
higher education or into the world of work. which can last a very short time or even setting goals and challenges
years, looking after your mental wellbeing
STAY
• Learn new skills – helps you
at an early age can help prevent this.
build a sense of purpose
Better health has been shown to boost energy levels, lift your
• All the above cause chemical changes
ACTIVE
mood and lead to better sleep, all of which helps us to cope with
in your brain to aid positive mood, raise
stressful circumstances. The habits set during teenage years can
your self-esteem and confidence
really benefit through life in protecting our mental and physical
health to ensure we are happier, stronger and healthier.
Simple steps can be taken to improve physical health
For more information on
which doesn’t cost a lot of money ie walking and running in
opportunities to be active
your local area. Low cost basic gym equipment and ropes
across the Black Country
for skipping can be good fun and taking the stairs where
check out the following links:
possible is an easy way to help keep fit and healthy.
activeblackcountry.co.uk
Pay attention to nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/
the present moment
get-active-your-way/
bhf.org.uk/
Some people call this awareness “mindfulness” and it can help you informationsupport/heart-
enjoy life more and understand yourself better, positively changing
Do you have what it takes
matters-magazine/activity/8-
the way you feel about life and how you approach challenges. ways-to-get-active-every-day
to set up a business? Alternatively contact the
Referral & Support Agencies The Princes Trust offer a 4 day training course
Black Country Growth
Hub on 0300 770 2245
YoungMinds NSPCC Anxiety UK called Explore Enterprise that allows you to to be connected with the
0808 802 5544 0800 1111 0344 4775 774 explore if self-employment is right for you. Princes Trust or explore
other options that may
Mind Bereavement Samaritans Eligible clients can choose either face to face or can do
be available to you.
0300 123 3393 0808 808 1677 116 123 the programme online with an E-mentor attached to them
In some cases, grants of up to £1500 are available.
There are many more on nhs.uk You are not alone.The National Careers Service provides free, expert, Do you need support to overcome personal
impartial information, advice and guidance on barriers to achieve your career goals? Mentor Me
careers, skills and the labour market in England. at The Youth Hub can help you overcome them.
To make decisions about your future, it’s important to know Our mentors will support you to tackle your
what’s out there and what’s right for you. Whatever stage individual challenges and get you on the
you are at in your career, we can help you understand right track towards work, further education
what your skills are and what skills you might need to or an Apprenticeship.
GET IN
adapt to new jobs, circumstances and opportunities.
There are many options open to you when thinking about your You’ll receive:
next steps, and we provide information, advice and guidance to
TOUCH
• Dedicated 1-2-1 support from our
help you make the best decisions on learning, training and work.
mental health first aid trained mentors
and Employment Advisors
We’ll help you to: • Support and guidance to move you
• explore different careers – our website has information on closer or into work
many different job roles with sections and covers how to get Give us a call on 0800 • Support with managing appointments with
the job, what you’ll do, career paths, progression, and training 100 900. Lines are open external agencies, like GPs, housing associations,
opportunities review your skills and develop new goals from 8am to 10pm, 7 clinics and addiction support
days a week. Calls are
• feel motivated to implement your plan of action • Workshops in topics such as money management,
free from landlines and
• make the best use of high-quality, career-related tools confidence & resilience building and health & wellbeing
most mobile numbers.
• Valuable work experience in your
Text your name and the
sector of interest
word ADVICE to 07766
413219 and an adviser will • Opportunities to work towards Functional
call you back for free. You Skills qualifications in English and Maths
can also text to ask for • Signposting to other providers for any
information like telephone other training and guidance you require.
numbers and addresses.
nationalcareers. Visit
service.gov.uk skillstraininguk.com
for more detailsI stayed on at 6th Form which
enabled me to gain the additional
qualifications I needed to apply to
join the Police force
I left Thorns Academy to do a Level 3 Health &
Social Care at Halesowen College, then went to
University. I am now a Children’s Nurse working as
a Paediatric Sister at Russell’s Hall Hospital.
I manage the nursing team on shift, as well as
clinical support workers and students.
Working in Childrens A&E I see a lot of head
injuries, broken bones, foreign bodies but also treat
a lot of poorly children that require extra oxygen,
medication and lifesaving treatment.
I absolutely love my job and I can’t
imagine doing anything different.
Learn more at
blackcountryskillsfactory.co.uk
Black Country Consortium Ltd
The Deckhouse, Waterfront West, Dudley Road, Brierley Hill DY5 1LW
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