understand possible pathways for Post-16 education & training

have tools/plans for exploring next steps and even Post-18

develop thinking, which is aspirational and realistic for at least the next 1-2 years

The purposes of this evening:

Future jobs 2030?

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What benefits are there to gaining qualifications?

1980s/1990s Jobs 2012 Jobs

10% graduate only 26% graduate only

30% need no qualifications 23% need no qualifications

Average graduate earnings 52% higher than low qualified

Average graduate earnings similar to those with A levels

19.3% attend Higher EducationAbout 70 000

49% 17-30 year olds attend Higher EducationAbout 400 00+

KEY STAGE FOUR CURRICULUM 2014 - 2016

Qualifications explained

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Levels 4-8

GCSEs grade D-G

GCSEs grade A*-C

GCE A levels

BTEC/Diploma

BTEC/Diploma

BTEC/Diploma

IntermediateApprenticeship

AdvancedApprenticeship

DoctorateMasters degreeHonours degreeFoundation degree / HNDHNC

HigherApprenticeship

Pre-apprenticeship / Traineeship

What is the RPA?

• Education or training until 18th birthday • Full-time education such as School or College• Work based learning such as an Apprenticeship or

Traineeship • Part-time education or training if you are

employed, self-employed or volunteering full-time (which is defined as 20 hours or more a week).

• Employment without training is not an option!• However you could leave earlier if you have

achieved level 3 qualifications e.g. 2 A-levels or their equivalent.

Why are English & Maths so important?

• Until 18th birthday, need to continue studying for English and Maths UNTIL get GCSE/iGCSE grade C or equivalent

• Functional skills level 2• Grades in English & Maths affect what

courses you can do Post-16

Post 16 Options

Further Education• A Levels

• Diplomas e.g. BTEC, UAL

Training • Apprenticeships• Traineeships

Part time Educationor Training if:• Employed

• Self-Employed• Volunteering

What are popular A levels?(Also known as GCEs)

* Art & Design Business Studies* Dance* Drama & Theatre Studies* Economics* English Language* English Literature* French* Geography* Government & Politics* German* History

Applied Science

Biology Chemistry Geology Maths Further

Maths Physics

* ICT* Music* Mandarin* PE* Philosophy* Product

design: Graphics

* Product design: Textiles

* Psychology

Consider University courses Facilitating subjects Where to study 3 & 1 Essay writing subjects Higher Apprenticeships

What are the entry requirements to do A levels?

AS & A2 Levels• GCSE grades of at least a B in the subjects being

studied, as well as at least a C in English and Maths• Main route into university, especially Russell Group

(24 top universities)

Entry requirements for courses Make sure that you are being realistic about entry

requirements for courses.

Sometimes these are expressed as points: e.g. An average of 42 points for top 8 qualifications (total

332+) for A level entry to Sweyne Park, average 35 points (total 280+) for A level/BTEC combined courses.

(A* = 58 points, then each lower grade is 6 points less – 52,46,40(grade C),34…….)

Sometimes expressed as grades, with specific subjects noted.

Be REALISTIC and ASPIRATIONAL

Examples of BTECs/Diplomas & other professional qualifications?

(Various levels and sized qualifications)* Animal management* Applied science* Art & design* Beauty Therapy* Bricklaying Business Carpentry & joinery Children’s care learning &

development Engineering Hairdressing Health & social care

* Horse management* Hospitality* Professional cookery* IT * Media* Music* Music technology* Performing arts* Photography* Public services* Sport & exercise sciences* Vehicle maintenance &

repair

• a more practical approach • level 3 can be a route to university, with A levels or

D*/D/M grade combinations• Entry requirements depend on level, are specific to

course, & where studied

Level 1: GCSEs 1-2 at A*-GLevel 2: GCSEs 2-4 at A*-D C? Level 3: GCSEs 4-5 at A*-C, normally including

English and Maths

What are BTECs/Diplomas/Professional qualifications?

BTECs beware the names and sizes

• Extended diploma/diploma/foundation learning• What to look for?e.g. Construction level 3 Extended Diploma or 90 Credit Diploma Construction level 2 Diploma

Foundation Learning – Level 1

Foundation Learning courses are one-year programmes that can help you to progress onto a Level 2 BTEC Diploma or Apprenticeship. It includes a vocational qualification, Functional Skills in English, Maths & ICT, and Personal & Social Development.

Apprenticeships – popular types…

• Animal care• Catering• Childcare• Construction• Engineering• Hairdressing

• Horticulture• Mechanics• Office work• Retail• Veterinary nursing

Apprenticeships in outline…..• Ready for work• Earn & learn (£3.30 per hour minimum)• Job training & college placements• Functional skills• Earliest start date June 27th 2015• Apprenticeships website

Apprenticeship salaries

• Some employers do pay more than the minimum rates.• Parents cannot claim Child Benefit (A weekly rate of £20.70 for first

child, £13.70 for each additional child).

https://www.gov.uk/topic/further-education-skills/apprenticeshipsApprenticeships

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeship website

What are you going to do next (as a family) about your Post-16 plans?

Next steps

Helpful websites

• National Careers Service https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/Pages/Home.aspx

• Apprenticeships https://www.gov.uk/apprenticeships-guide/overview

• Complete University Guidehttp://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/

• UCAS https://www.ucas.com

• Fast Tomato http://www.fasttomato.com/ and Login

• iCould http://icould.com

Key Points

• There is a course out there for everyone.• Progression onto higher qualifications is possible via

any route.• C or above in English and Maths is very important –

increasing choice and rate of progression.• You can all be successful, invest in your futures now,

by planning and trying as hard as possible at school.

Finally tips from me…..

• Get going right now, (do NOT panic) plan the Open Evenings you are going to attend.

• Discuss with advisors, teachers, parents, family, friends……

• Get your questions sorted out before you go to an Open Evening – remember your future relies on you making the right decisions about where to go and what to study.

• You need to have thought about how likely it is you achieve your first choice and consider back-up plans.

• Be aspirational and realistic – LOOK INTO THE FUTURE.