Technical education pathways
At a glance
Download this short guide for information on Apprenticeships and T Levels at Post-16.
Apprenticeships
Find out more about this ‘learn while you earn’ option, hear from learners and employers about their experiences and where to find apprenticeship opportunities
T Levels
Find out more about T-levels, hear from learners and employers about their experiences and where you can develop your knowledge about this exciting new technical education pathway.
What's new?
Qualifications Reform Toolkit
This resource has been created to help education and training providers, and careers development professionals, explain Alternative Academic Qualifications (AAQs) and Reformed Technical Qualifications as new post-16 options to staff members, learners, parents and employers.
Introducing V Levels
From 2027, the UK will introduce V Levels as a new Level 3 vocational option, alongside A Levels and T Levels. V Levels will simplify the current system by streamlining hundreds of qualifications, allowing students to explore sectors before specialising, and offering clearer pathways into work, university, or other pathways.
Other pathways
A Levels
Hear from young people who have used A Levels to progress on to university, apprenticeships and the world of work.
Employment
Once you’re 18, you can choose to begin full-time work. If you can find a job now which will help you work towards your desired career, then this is a great way into your future role.