Destination Success!

Options After Year 11

Destination Success!

Options after Year 11

(2013)

What’s ChangingYoung people need higher skills, training and qualifications to compete in the job market

Raising the Participation Age

Current Y10 will need to stay in learning until summer 2014

Current Y9 and below will need to stay in learning until 18.

“Does that mean I have to

stay at School?”

Staying in learning – Raising the Participation Age

“No - There are lots of options to choose from!”

“But it’s important to choose an option

that suits YOU and YOUR learning style”

What ‘style’ of learner are YOU?I prefer:• Classroom study• Research• Assignments• Independent learning

I do well in:• Revision and Exams

Academic Learner

I prefer:• Learning by doing• Working with my hands• Some classroom study• Doing a portfolio of work

Being assessed by• Coursework not exams

Practical Learner

What level are you at?Level General NVQ BTEC OCR Functional Skills

(English, Maths, IT)

Level 4-8 Doctorate L8Masters Degree L 7Honours Degree L6Foundation Degree L5

NVQ Levels 4 and 5 BTEC Level 5HND and BTEC Level 4 HNC

Level 3 AS/A Levels NVQ Level 3 BTEC Level 3 OCR Level 3Nationals

Level 2 4/5 GCSE’s @ grades A*-C including English

NVQ Level 2 BTEC Level 2 OCR Level 2 Nationals

Functional Skills at Level 2

Level 1(Foundation Learning)

GCSE’s @ grades D-G

NVQ Level 1 BTEC Level 1 OCR Level 1 Nationals

Functional Skills at Level 1

Entry (Foundation Learning)

Entry Level Certificates

Entry Level BTEC Functional Skills at Entry Level

What are my ‘Main’ Learning Options after Y11?

What: Where: Typically suitable for:

AS/A Levels 6th Form School or6th Form College

Academic learnerswith 5 GCSE’s A*-C including English

Vocational (Work Related) Course

Vocational Colleges6th Form School/CollegeTraining Provider

Academic &Practical learnerswith GCSE’s A*-G including English

Apprenticeship Working for an EmployerVocational CollegesTraining Provider

Academic &Practical learnersIdeally with 4 GCSE’s C or above including English

Foundation Learning Course

Vocational CollegesTraining Provider

Practical learners with few or no GCSE’s

What Level of Course or Apprenticeship Should I Apply For?

Predicted grades: You might want to apply for:

You might want to apply for:

4-5 GCSE’s C+ including English

A Levels Level 3 Vocational

Advanced Level Apprenticeship

GCSE’s @ D or above often including English

Level 2 Vocational Intermediate Level Apprenticeship

Few or no GCSE’s Foundation LearningLevel 1 Entry Level 3Entry Level 2Entry Level 1

Foundation Learning with a training provider atLevel 1 Entry Level 3Entry Level 2Entry Level 1

You will be asked to complete a skills assessment, but don’t worry! This is to ensure that you are put onto the right level of course or

apprenticeship that meets your needs!

How else can I stay in learning?

• Volunteering, Work, Self Employment for 20 hours or more per week.

Plus

• Studying an approved qualification

Need Information or Advice?

Register ‘FREE’ on the Careers Connect website to

access lots information to help you plan your future!

Find out what jobs may suit you by answering questions about your likes and dislikes on Kudos

The National Careers Service job profile section can help you find out everything you need to know about a

specific job or career

Search the ‘Vacancy’ section on the

ibrowserotherham website for local training and

apprenticeship vacancies

Use UCAS Progress to search and apply for

courses

Register online to apply and receive vacancies by

email or text

Money Matters:Summer Saver (July-Sept)

16-18 Student Pass (From Sept)

Cheaper bus and tram travel in

South Yorkshire (60p at April 2012)

Child Benefit Continues until 20th birthday if in ‘non advanced’ education or ‘approved’ training. (Not Apprenticeship)

16-19 Bursary Fund Up to £1,200 for young people in care, care leavers and some other specialist groups.

More information:

www.travelsouthyorkshire.com

www.direct.gov.uk

What next

• Decide what ‘Style’ of Learner’ you are

• Read the ‘Learning for Success’ guide provided

• Use the websites to research job/career and course ideas

• Choose your preferred ‘Learning Option’

• Need help? - Talk to your schools Careers Coordinator, Form Tutor, or a Careers Advisor.

• Apply online through UCAS Progress - (your school will explain how and when to do this).

Any Questions?