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Raising the Participation Age. RPA is coming into effect from Summer 2013. If you are in year 11 this will affect you . October 2013. Raising the Participation Age. So that you have the opportunity to build the skills and qualifications you will need for your working life, the government has
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Raising the Participation Age RPA is coming into effect from Summer 2013. If you are in year 11 this will affect you. October 2013
Raising the Participation Age • So that you have the opportunity to build • the skills and qualifications you will need • for your working life, the government has • raised the age of participation. • This means….
Who does Raising the ParticipationAge affect? • …. if you are currently in Year 11 or below, you will be expected to continue in education, training or work with training until your 18th birthday. • This is what most young people already do.
Where can I learn or train? • But …. • this does not necessarily mean you have to stay on at school after Year 11. You have a choice.
Where can I learn or train? • You could: • stay on in full time education, such as school, college or training provider • do an Apprenticeship • work or volunteer and then study part-time
Sources of Advice and • Guidance • Your school’s careers tutor • Parents/carers • Teachers • Friends • www.kentchoices4u.com • www.direct.gov.uk/NationalCareersService
Why is the Government making this change? • Because most young people already continue their learning after Year 11. • It gives you the best chance to gain the skills and qualifications you’ll need to be successful • It will significantly increase your prospects for future employment and the amount you are likely to earn.
RPAWhere can I find out more? • More information on RPA can be found on • www.kentchoices4u.com