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Melinda O’Connor Careers Adviser

Melinda O’Connor Careers Adviser . ‘Building meaningful links between education and business & industry'. Some people have a clear idea about where they are heading, even from a young age…… . Others are still finding their way in their twenties…….

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Melinda O’Connor Careers Adviser

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  1. Melinda O’Connor Careers Adviser ‘Building meaningful links between education and business & industry'

  2. Some people have a clear idea about where they are heading, even from a young age……

  3. Others are still finding their way in their twenties……. You can never start exploring and researching career ideas too soon!

  4. Makingcareer choices • It is a process, not an event. • Choices are affected by both planned and chance experiences. • It happens at different times for different people

  5. It’s about you: • What are your skills and abilities? • What are your interests? • How do you learn best? • What motivates you?

  6. It’s about careers research: • What do you actually do in the job? • What skills are required? • What level and type of qualifications are needed? • What subjects will be helpful? • How do you train/learn to do the job? • What are the working conditions like? • What are employers looking for?

  7. Remember…… • Career development is a lifelong journey. • There will be opportunities to learn new skills and gain new experiences throughout your life. • The world of work is always changing. • Employers need people who are flexible and adaptable

  8. Think about job families: Good at Art?

  9. Then how about……. AnimatorGraphic designer Cartoonist Costume designer fashion designer productdesigner architect model maker gemmologistillustrator silversmith teacher interior designer film maker photographerAdvertising art director games designer make up artist display design toymaker set design Jewellery designer

  10. Some other job families……

  11. What about working conditions ?

  12. Where might you be in two or more years time? • In full time education at college or sixth form (further education) • Working and studying part time (apprenticeship, job with training, self employed) • Training for a specific career or keeping your options open.

  13. Choice of courses General qualifications, such as A levels: • Subjects you know, like maths, the sciences, history • New subjects such as psychology or politics Vocational qualifications, such as BTEC Diplomas • Study broad vocational areas, such as animal care, business or performing arts Specific occupational courses, such as NVQs • Often studied through an apprenticeship, such as engineering, administration, horse care

  14. Why go to university? • Study something that really interests you • Achieve your full potential • Increase your earnings over a life time • Get involved in new activities and make new friends • Increase confidence and independence

  15. Why an apprenticeship? • A chance to earn and learn • Hands on training • Work towards occupational qualifications (and Maths and English) • There are two levels: Intermediate and Advanced • Can be a route into higher education (particularly Foundation degrees)

  16. Make sure you get all the details: • What are the highs and lows? • What are the challenges? • Any surprises? • Are there different routes? • How competitive is it? • What will employers expect from me? • Top tips? • How can I best prepare?

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