Your Choices
Sometimes deciding what to do in the future seems such a big thing, it is easier if you break it down into smaller steps...
Firstly, work out what you are good at, your skills, ability, qualities, the way you learn best and what is important to you - your values, your ideal lifestyle and what you want to achieve.
Then, look at what is available, jobs, courses, apprenticeships - there are lots of choices but also help and support.
Look at Future Jobs to find information about the industries and workforce in Hertfordshire, the types of jobs available, what employers look for and what might happen in the future.
Look at the Careers section for help with finding more about careers you might be interested in.
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Continuing in learning at the end of year 11
Pros and cons of the different options available
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iCould - Buzz Test
A five minute personality test, that gives you ideas about your natural abilities and jobs that require these.
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Which Uni - GCSE subjects for Higher Education
How important are your GCSE choices when it comes to choosing a University?
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Which Uni - Advice about subject choice
Choosing the right subjects and the right combination at A-level is important as it could influence your choice of Higher Education.
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HESCU - What do graduates do?
Thinking about the opportunities open to people who have completed their courses can help you when planning your next move.
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Choosing Higher Education
There is a wealth of information on the internet about choosing Higher Education, look at our suggestions to get you started.
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Not going to Uni
Lots of information and opportunities if you choose to start work, training or have a gap year.
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National employers with schemes for school leavers
Look here at a selection of large employers that have schemes for school/college leavers with opportunities in and around Hertfordshire.
Check the closing dates and always apply in plenty of time.
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What are you going to choose? - video
Short animated video from the 157 Group about choosing options at 16


