Further Education – What are your options?
Sixth Form
EPC has its own Sixth Form, offering a range of A-level subjects as well as other Level 3 qualifications. However, there are also other 6th Forms in the local area that students could consider applying to.
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Training
As an alternative to college, students could also consider applying directly to a local training provider. There are a significant number of training providers in Cheshire West and Chester, covering a diverse range of occupational areas.
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Apprenticeships
The National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) website has lots of information about apprenticeships for young people, their parents and prospective employers. It also includes listings of current vacancies although you need to be registered in order to actually apply for any of these vacancies. In addition, it contains some excellent support materials for making a successful application.
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Colleges
There are a number of local Further Education Colleges that students can choose to progress onto. They offer a wide range of vocational subjects and some also offer A-levels or similar, more academic, qualifications.
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T Levels
T Levels are new courses that started in September 2020. The courses follow on from GCSEs and will be equivalent to 3 A Levels. These 2-year courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses so that the content meets the needs of industry and prepares students for work.
T Levels will offer students a mixture of classroom learning and ‘on-the-job’ experience during an industry placement of at least 315 hours (approximately 45 days). They will provide the knowledge and experience needed to open the door into skilled employment, further study or a higher apprenticeship.
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