Post on 16-Dec-2015
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?
Vertical farming
Future jobs 2030?
Body part maker
Future jobs 2030?
Insect based food developer
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 400 000+
KEY STAGE FOUR CURRICULUM 2013 - 2015
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
TRADITIONAL
ENGLISH
MATHS
SCIENCE
OPTION A
OPTION B
OPTION C
OPTION D
PE
CR
E
INTEGRATED
ENGLISH
MATHS
CORE SCIENCE
INTEGRATED OPTION 1
INTEGRATED OPTION 2
OPTION C
OPTION D
PE
CR
E
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 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 for A level entry to Sweyne Park, 32 points 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 (£2.73 per hour minimum)• Job training & college placements• Functional skills• Earliest start date July 1st 2015• Apprenticeships website
What are you going to do next (as a family) about your Post-16 plans?
Next steps
Helpful websites
• Careers information & advice http://prospectus.i-essex.co.uk/
• National Careers Service https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/Pages/Home.aspx
• Apprenticeships http://www.apprenticeships.org.uk/
• Complete University Guide http://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/
• UCAS http://www.ucas.ac.uk/students/choosingcourses/admissions/
• Fast Tomato http://www.fasttomato.com/ and Login
• Unifrog https://www.unifrog.org/ and login
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.