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Post 16 Curriculum
A levels
Description
A levels are subjects that are similar to GCSEs but in greater depth or choose a new one like economics, law or psychology. 3 broad subjects that you are interested in to keep your career options open or choose ones you need for a specific career.
Duration
2 years
Assessment
Mostly exams at the end of the course
Level of study
3
Work experience
Usually one week during year 12
Leads to
University/college, higher and degree apprenticeships, work
Entry requirements
Course dependent, typically 5 GCSEs Grade 9-4 (usually including English and maths)
Positives
+Widely recognised by universities, +Wide range and variety of a levels, broad options available
Negatives
-May not be specific to a career, -Don’t have work placement, it would have to be done independently, -May not have staff specialised in the subjects
Technical education
Level of study
1+
Work experience
Depends on the course
Assessment
Can include coursework, skills tests and exams
Entry requirements
Depends on the course
Duration
Depends on the course
Leads to
Apprenticeship, work, college or university
Description
Its a two-year programme that follows on from GCSE’s and are equivalent to 3 A levels. They offer a mixture of classroom learning and work placements to increase the knowledge and experiences required into skilled employment. Qualifications which teach you how to do tasks specifically related to the industry and role you want to be involved in.
Positives
+Mix of work placement and classroom working, +Mix of exams and coursework for all strengths, +Experience
Negatives
-Just one specific subject could close doors for those who are unsure of what to do, -Need qualified teachers with industry experience to teach the t level
Applied generals
Work experience
Course dependent
Level of study
3
Entry requirements
Yes
Assessment
Course dependent (coursework and exams)
Leads to
University/college, apprenticeship, work
Duration
Course dependent
Positives
+Mix of coursework and exams benefits all - modular, +Can be done with a mix of levels
Description
Qualifications that give you a broad overview of working in a specific sector, like business, media, engineering, leisure or science and technology. A mix of classroom-based learning with the chance to get some practical skills.
Negatives
-No work placement, -Small vocational course with no placement so they aren’t qualified to directly work or go into a career, -Some universities recognise applied generals but not all
Internship
Qualifications
GCSE Maths and English
Leads to
Work, traineeship, apprenticeship
Entry requirements
Aged 16-24 with an Education Health and Care Plan
Positives
+Help people with EHC plans gain employability skills, +Internships are prepared and are able to support people with EHC plans and their needs, +Open doors for apprenticeships and jobs - may get offered a job at internship
Duration
A minimum of 6 months
Negatives
-Only for those with an EHC plan, -Not all companies accept internship and they are not available in all locations because of extra support and time
Location
Most of the time will be spent on placement with the employer learning skills for work. They will get help from a tutor and a job coach in college or with a specialist provider
Description
Supported internships are for young people with learning
difficulties or learning disabilities, who need extra support to get a job.
Traineeship
Description
A course that includes a work placement that will get you ready for an apprenticeship or a job. You’ll get work experience and some help to apply for your next steps. You can also improve your maths and English skills. You’ll get work experience and some help to apply for whatever you do next
Location
You’ll spend a minimum of 70 hours in a work placement with the rest of your time in college or a training centre
Duration
6 weeks to 1 year
Entry requirements
Between age 16 to 24 or up to 25 with an Education Health and Care Plan with no higher than a level 3 qualification
Qualifications
between 16 to 24 or up to 25 with an Education Health and Care
Plan with no higher than a level 3 qualification
Leads to
Apprenticeship, further education, work
Positives
+Allows students without English and maths GCSE’s to continue to learn and get work experience, +Opens more doors - can led to apprenticeships, +It is recognised
Negatives
-Another year added with a traineeship before doing a levels so will be a year behind peers, -Not always local
Apprenticeship
Entry requirements
Dependent on the industry, job role and apprenticeship level
Qualifications
Apprenticeship certificate, diploma, degree and masters depending on level
Duration
A minimum of 1 year
Leads to
Work, next level of apprenticeship, further education, higher education
Location
80% of time in the workplace and 20% off-the-job with some
study in a college, training centre or Institute of Technology (IoT)
Positives
+Equivalent to GCSES or level 3s or degree apprenticeships - they are well known, +Get paid to learn, +Degree apprenticeships pay for university for you but don't get assistance with accommodation, +Can do level 2 apprenticeship if they don't have GCSEs
Description
Intermediate, advanced higher and degree apprenticeships combine practical on-the-job skills training with off the job learning. You will get training that is relevant to your job and be aid a salary. Start at a level to suit you, with support if you have special needs or a disability.
Negatives
-Not all industries have an apprenticeship, -May be a step down to begin an apprenticeship, -Are high demand so may not be available in all areas
School leavers scheme
Entry requirements
Usually high grade A levels or equivalent and a keen interest in the sector you want to work in
Qualifications
A university degree and/or professional qualification
Duration
3 to 7 years
Leads to
Professional employment
Location
You'll often rotate between different locations with the same company to get experience and it can include distance learning or time in college or university
Positives
+Provides those without employability skills, +Can get professional qualifications or university degree, +Employer knows what to expect so will help with the basics of having employability skills, Get paid
Description
A chance to learn and train with a large company while earning a wage. Offered in sectors like accountancy, engineering, finance, IT, law, leisure and retail. Similar to graduate employment schemes run over a longer period of time.
Negatives
-No help and support for accommodation or university because you are getting paid, -Not available in all locations and not guaranteed a job at the end
International baccalaureate
Leads to
Students can apply to further education and employment opportunities both in the UK and overseas.
What does it allow children to do
-ask challenging questions, -think critically, -develop research skills proven to equip them for higher education, -become culturally aware and develop a sense of international mindedness
Positives
+Recognised and done worldwide, +Make you study a second language to help with transitions to other countries
Negatives
-Completely academic, no vocational placement or experience, -Doesn't lead directly to a career, -All exams no coursework so not the best for all
What does it encourage
It encourages personal and academic achievement, challenging students to excel in their studies and personal development. They are encouraged to try different approaches to learning and to take responsibility for their own educational progress. Every IB student is required to study a second language as part of each programme
Description
The International Baccalaureate (IB) is an internationally recognised course that leads to the IB Diploma, which is well recognised by universities, giving an advantage for those hoping to study overseas.
Options to take
Study: -A levels, -Technical education, -Applied generals, -International baccalaureate
Work and study: -Traineeship, -Apprenticeship, -Internship, School leavers scheme
Establishment: -Sixth form, -Sixth form college, -FE tertiary college, -Specialist college (agricultural, horticultural, art, performing arts), -Employment