Career Journeys for Young People: A Starter Guide for Parents and Carers - Paperback

by Careers Writers Association (Author)

The world of work is changing rapidly. Career Journeys for Young People is a comprehensive guide to the many multiple choices a child has to make from Key Stage 7 upwards. Be it choosing options for GCSEs, whether to go to university or for an apprenticeship and beyond. 15 chapters cover in detail what the different options and choices are and how to lead career discussions as well as guidance. t if it goes wrong. It is supplemented with a comprehensive list of career resources from Career Companion- one of the best career websites.

Chapters cover:
Career ideas for years 7 to 9
GCSEs: what they are and how to do well
Years 10 and 11: career planning and choices
Year 12: looking forward
Further education: why consider it?
Apprenticeships explained
UCAS. Personal. statements
Clearing made clear First year at university
Life's opportunities: how to make the most of them
The labour market: keeping up with the changes
The labour market: how to find the best information
Application forms made simple
Work experience: how to make the most of it
'What happens if it all goes wrong?'
Career myth busting: common career misconceptions