Norfolk’s young people are making important decisions about their future career based on their A Level results, released today (Thursday 18th August). We are confident their hard work will have paid off with excellent results, but employers also value personality and experience. Now, it is time to think broadly about the opportunities available. Whilst university has been the traditional next step, it is not always the right opportunity for everyone. Whilst recent research has highlighted an ‘image problem’ with apprenticeships, many of Norfolk’s young people are seeing the advantages and benefits and taking this opportunity. Nova Fairbank, CEO at Norfolk Chamber said: “Young people have many options open to them and I would encourage those students who have received their ‘A’ Level results today to consider all options, including an apprenticeship. With modern advanced apprenticeships, young people can have a fantastic opportunity to access great training, develop skills and gain qualifications whilst working for an employer.” The following useful tips can help young people understand what options are available whatever their results:
- Norfolk’s careers information, advice & opportunities website: Help You Choose for a range of courses available post A levels; degrees, Foundation Degrees, HNDs and other courses at the same level. You can tailor your search by educational establishment, subject, qualification or location. It tells you how to apply, and different sources of finance which might be available.
- The National Apprenticeships Service website has details of locally available apprenticeship schemes.
- If your plan involves further education and your results aren’t what you expected, find useful information on the clearing area of the UCAS site
- For opportunities at the University of East Anglia, a top UK university right here in Norfolk, visit their clearing website
