Career advice and options for young adults

Deciding on a career path can be an exciting but bewildering time. It can seem there are so many different choices and lots of people trying to tell you what's best.

If you are over 19, you can get careers advice from the National Careers Service on 0800 100 900.

Careers advice SHOW

National Career Service – helps you explore careers and see what qualifications and experience you will need
icould – shows a range of careers with real stories from people in a variety of different careers
Career Companion – offers careers guidance and advice for students, teachers, careers advisers and parents

Apprenticeships SHOW

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Apprenticeships help you earn while you learn and acquire all the training and skills you need to pursue your career.

Find out more about Apprenticeships on our Apprenticeships page.

T Levels SHOW

T Levels are a brand-new, two-year qualification that you can do as an alternative to A levels, other post-16 courses or an apprenticeship. They bring classroom learning and an extended industry placement together on a course designed with businesses and employers.

Find out more about T Levels.

Volunteering SHOW

Volunteering is a great way to develop your skills, improve confidence and be a part of your local community. Find our more on our volunteering page.

Education and training SHOW

Find upcoming training courses on our Events and Opportunities Calendar
Find out more about what you can do after leaving school
Find out about education and training opportunities once you have turned 18
Find out about adult learning for people aged 19 and over
You can apply for a 19+ Advanced Learner Loans to help with the costs of a course at a college or training provider in England