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How to help your child prepare for an apprenticeship interview
Interviewing can be nerve-wracking, so it’s worth reassuring your child that interviewers are not looking to catch them out and pick...
The Parents' Guide to
4 min read
The Parents' Guide to identifying "Green Careers"
Green Careers focus on positive environmental impact and change, with jobs that protect the environment and will help the UK achieve its...
The Parents' Guide to
5 min read
3 steps in helping your teen find the right apprenticeship
Apprenticeships differ in the entry level, qualifications that can be achieved, length of commitment and balance between work and study....
The Parents' Guide to
4 min read
How to help your teen cope with university rejections
The UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) application process can be a stressful and emotional time for teenagers and their...
The Parents' Guide to
2 min read
Getting a degree - is an apprenticeship or university the right choice for your child?
With the introduction of degree apprenticeships in 2015, apprenticeships now provide a viable alternative to university in gaining a full...
The Parents' Guide to
3 min read
Introducing apprenticeships: a great pathway to career success
Apprenticeships are a fantastic choice for many students, either straight after GCSE or after sixth form. They provide a way of getting...
The Parents' Guide to
3 min read
Understanding university websites
University websites and their undergraduate course pages may look different when comparing side by side, but the information they relay...
The Parents' Guide to
3 min read
Options after school or college: helping your child decide
What your child chooses to do after sixth form (or college) is exciting but can be nerve-racking. There are lots of options available and...
The Parents' Guide to
4 min read
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