Post 16-18
Progression Routes

Combine work and study

Apprenticeships

An apprenticeship is a paid job where the employee both studies to earn a qualification and works to gain valuable work experience. Alongside on-the-job training,…

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T Levels

A T Level is a nationally recognised qualification for 16 to 19-year-olds that takes 2 years to complete. Equivalent in size to 3 A Levels,…

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Traineeships

A traineeship is a skills development programme for 16- to 24-year-olds and includes an unpaid work placement which is designed to help you get ready…

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Vocational Technical Qualifications (VTQs)

VTQs are practical qualifications for over 16s. They are designed to help you get the skills you need to start your career or go on…

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Study

A Levels

A Levels are subject-based qualifications that are usually assessed by exams. They can lead to further study, training or work. You usually study A Levels…

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Higher Education

Higher education is the name for qualifications and courses you can take after 18. It includes diplomas, foundation years, bachelor’s degrees and more. You can…

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Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs)

HTQs are technical qualifications that are approved by employers. There are many different types of HTQs, and they are usually taught in the classroom at…

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Work

School Leaver Schemes

School leaver schemes are usually very similar to graduate schemes, except they’re aimed at school leavers. Some companies offer school leaver schemes to young people…

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Supported Internships

A Supported Internship is an unpaid work-based study programme that usually lasts for one year. It includes an extended work placement that lasts for at…

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