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National Apprenticeship Week: Meet Darke and Taylor Ltd 

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This series of National Apprenticeship Week Education Hub posts was curated and written by Lauren, the Department for Education’s new communications apprentice.  During National Apprenticeship Week we want to hear from the employers who champion apprenticeships by providing career opportunities …

What are apprenticeships? Everything you need to know and how you can apply

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Apprenticeships are a great way to start a new career or learn new skills relevant to your job. They are brilliant options for people at every age to train in a huge range of sectors – from health and science to cybersecurity, marketing, and construction.

Five surprising career paths you can unlock with a T Level

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T Levels are a post 16 education option alternative to A levels that include vocational study and the opportunity to get experience with employers through placements in industry. Here we show you some surprising career paths you can unlock with a T level qualification.

Everything you need to know about apprenticeships in early years and how to find one

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Early years educators play a vital and rewarding role in helping children get the best start for life and preparing them to begin school.  There are several routes into a role in early years, including apprenticeships. Becoming an apprentice enables …

A Level and T Level results day: What to do if you don’t get the grades you need for your university course

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It can feel like there’s a lot riding on A Level, T Level and VTQ results day but if you don’t get your predicted grades, don’t worry. It doesn’t mean that your education journey stops here. Exams and grading return …

Alternatives to A Levels and university: What you need to know

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Thinking about what’s next after you leave school? Gaining a university degree is just one option and there are many different paths you could take, from apprenticeships to higher technical qualifications. And while it’s compulsory for young people to be …