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?