What to study? And where to study? BTECS


A BTEC qualification focuses on vocational areas such as Business, ICT or Applied Science. BTECs are achieved at a variety of levels. These provide entry level skills for working life right through to a professional qualification equivalent to postgraduate study. Units combine theory with practical exercises. Students are assessed along the way and given opportunities to analyse and improve their own performance.


WHERE DOES THIS GET ME?


Depending on the level of BTEC qualification you hold, you can choose to go to work directly or you can qualify to attend further education including university.


NVQS AND VRQS


National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ’s) are achieved once the student has proved that they can carry out the job to the correct standard. Most of the assessment takes place in actual work environments. Vocationally Related Qualifications (VRQ’s) are achieved outside of the workplace, and are based on the student’s knowledge and understanding of the relevant work setting. Assessment is done by assignments or tests.


WHERE DOES THIS GET ME?


As your skills progress, you collect units and ultimately qualify for the award of a full VRQ. Once you have achieved this, your chosen learning centre can often help find a work placement for you. Another option is to pursue an apprenticeship and work towards your VRQ qualification while working.


APPRENTICESHIPS


Anyone aged 16 and over who has either just left school, currently working or just wants to start a new career can become an apprentice. Earn while you learn. Combine paid work experience with study, leading to a worthwhile qualification.


WHAT’S ON OFFER?


Large, multi-national organisations to medium and small sized enterprises offer apprenticeships in a variety of sectors including:


VOCATIONAL STUDIES


Do you prefer practical work to theory? Do you love working in hands-on environments and learning skills as you go?


Vocational studies are focused on providing you with specific skills for a job. They’re based mainly on practical work. You will have the support of a Training Officer who will give you all the guidance, encouragement and assistance


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you need to achieve a brilliant portfolio of skills. Your Training Officer will monitor your progress at college and at work, making sure that you meet the standards required to get your qualification.


WHAT COURSES ARE AVAILABLE?


There are various vocational courses available including Carpentry & Joinery, Food & Beverage Services, Stonemasonry, Engineering, Business, Hairdressing and Health & Social Care.


Job Specific Qualifications


If you know the job you want to pursue, you could start getting qualified for it at a college. This is done through Job- specific qualifications such as:


CACHE (Childcare), ILEX (Legal work), AAT (Accounts) and IMI (Motor Vehicle).


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