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GCSEs
GCSEs are available in a wide range of subjects and keep your options open.
To find out more look at GCSEs on Connexions Direct:
For more information click on the link
Entry level Qualifications
It may be that your school or college recommends that you take an entry level qualification (Foundation Learning Tier.) These are available in:
- traditional subjects such as English, science and maths
- skills areas such as literacy, numeracy and life skills
- general vocational subjects that give you a broad introduction to the world of work
- specific vocational subjects that tell you about a particular area of work, such as retail, hairdressing or office practice
- traditional subjects such as English, science and maths
- skills areas such as literacy, numeracy and life skills
- general vocational subjects that give you a broad introduction to the world of work
- specific vocational subjects that tell you about a particular area of work, such as retail, hairdressing or office practice
To find out more look at Entry level qualifications click on the link.
BTecs, OCR Nationals and other vocational qualifications
These qualifications are available at different levels and are a mixture of theory and practical learning. They are available in lots of different work areas and you might find them referred to by the body that awards the qualification .The area wide prospectus calls these qualifications VRQs. For example City and Guilds or EDEXCEL. Follow the link for more information.
A Levels and AS Levels
These are Level 3 qualifications available in a wide range of subjects which can be chosen to go together or to keep open a wide range of options. An AS level is usually taken in one year and is both a qualification in itself and, when put together with an A2 level (usually another year's study) it constitues a complete A level. Click on the link for more info.
NVQs
These are work related qualifications which you can take a different levels. Assessment is through practical assignments and a portfolio of evidence. Click on the link for more information.
International Baccalaureate
Sometimes known as the IB. This is a single qualification at Level 3 which involves study of several academic subjects including Maths, Languages, Arts, Sciences, History and Geography. This qualification is available in other countries as well as the UK and can be taken in English, French or Spanish.
Click on the link for more information.
New Diplomas
Whether you’ve got a career in mind, hope to go to university or just want to see what’s out there, The Diploma is the perfect way to explore your options. It’s a new qualification for 14 to 19 year olds and offers a mix of classroom learning and hands-on experience - all designed to prepare you for wherever you want to go in life.
To find out more click on the link.
For information on diplomas in Brighton and Hove click on the links below
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Young Apprenticeships
If you are interested in a particular type of work you could ask your school about Young apprenticeships. These courses are taken together with GCSEs and include 50 days of work experience. These qualifications are equal to 5 GCSEs and will take a lot more time than your other subjects so you will need to talk to your school, your parents and your Connexions Adviser before deciding on this option. Opportunities are often very limited.
